Apple unveils new MacBooks and MacBook Air with M5, M5 Pro, and M5 Max chips.
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This Tuesday, March 3th, the Apple It presented two major new features in its laptop line: the new MacBook Pro, equipped with chips M5 Pro e Max M5And MacBook Airnow with the chip M5See below for all the details about the new product!
M5 chip and new M5 Pro and M5 Max chips
M5
Launched in October 2025, the M5 chip It features a GPU architecture designed to improve performance in artificial intelligence and graphics processing tasks. Initially available only in the line MacBook ProThe chip is now also available on MacBook Air, enhancing the performance of the thinnest and lightest notebook from Apple .
A GPU has 10 nucleiEach of them has a dedicated neural accelerator, responsible for assisting in the processing of AI-related tasks. In practice, this benefits activities such as running diffusion models for image generation or running language models locally.
Furthermore, GPU do M5 It includes improvements in shader cores, increasing overall graphics performance. The chip also features the third generation of the engine. ray tracing, a technology used to simulate more realistic lighting and reflections in 3D graphics, and with the second generation of the system of dynamic cache, which helps optimize GPU memory usage. This results in faster rendering, more detailed graphics in 3D applications, and better gaming performance.
Another component present in M5 is Neural Engine de 16 nuclei, dedicated to processing artificial intelligence tasks. It works in conjunction with the neural accelerators present in the CPU and GPU, allowing the chip to execute different types of AI workloads with greater energy efficiency.
A unified memory bandwidth do M5 comes to 153 GB / sThe CPU is approximately 30% larger than the M4 and more than double that of the M1. In this type of architecture, the CPU, GPU, and Neural Engine share the same memory pool, allowing for faster data access and improving overall system performance. This helps in running larger artificial intelligence models directly on the device, as well as improving performance in creative applications, games, and other tasks that require high processing power. Furthermore, the... M5 it can also be configured with up to 32 GB of memoryallowing you to run demanding applications simultaneously while other activities continue to run in the background.
Next, you can check out the main new features of the new chips. M5 Pro e Max M5:
M5 Pro and M5 Max
the chips M5 Pro e Max M5 use the architecture FusionThis design connects two 3-nanometer chip dies into a single system-on-a-chip (SoC). This design uses an advanced packaging process to enable high bandwidth and low latency communication between the dies. Each die integrates components such as... CPU, GPU, media mechanism, unified memory controller, Neural Engine e Thunderbolt 5 support, expanding the chip's processing capacity.
M5 Pro chip
O M5 Pro It was developed for more demanding professional tasks, such as data modeling e audio post-productionThe chip combines CPU de up to 18 cores on GPU de up to 20 coresEach core has a dedicated Neural Accelerator. Compared to the M4 Pro, the new architecture features four additional CPU cores, which can result in up to 30% more performance in multi-threaded tasks. The chip also supports up to... 64 GB of unified memory, with a bandwidth of up to 307 GB / s.
In the graphic section, the M5 Pro includes Dynamic Caching second generation, mesh shading hardware-accelerated and ray tracing The third-generation chip offers up to 20% more graphics performance compared to the M4 Pro and up to 2,2 times more than the M1 Pro. According to Apple, the chip can also achieve more than four times the GPU performance in AI tasks compared to the M4 Pro.
M5 Max Chip
O Max M5 It is geared towards professional tasks that require high graphics performance and large memory bandwidth, such as 3D animation, app development e research in artificial intelligenceThe chip combines 18-core CPU on GPU with up to 40 cores, double the configuration available in M5 ProAccording to Apple, the new CPU architecture can offer up to 15% more performance in multi-threaded tasks compared to the M4 Max. The chip also supports Up to 128 GB of unified memory. with bandwidth up to 614 GB/s, which helps to handle complex graphic scenes, large datasets, and large-scale language models.
In the graphic section, the Max M5 It can achieve up to 20% more performance compared to the M4 Max and up to 2,2 times more performance compared to the M1 Max. In applications that use ray tracingThe gain can reach 30%.
Technologies present in the M5 Pro and M5 Max
Both models also integrate other technologies focused on performance and connectivity. Among the new features, the chips include... Apple's latest media engine, with support for H.264 e HEVC with hardware acceleration, And AV1 decoding e encoding and decoding in ProRes format, used in video workflows. In the security area, there is also support for Memory Integrity Enforcement, a memory protection system that remains active to prevent unauthorized changes.
MacBook Pro
The new generation of MacBook Pro with chips M5 Pro e Max M5 It brings updates to different areas of Apple's professional notebook. The models receive improvements in design, screen, performance, connectivity, battery e system resources...in addition to advancements geared towards demanding tasks such as content creation, development, and artificial intelligence applications. Below, check out the main details of the new models.
Design
The new MacBook Pro It retains the recycled aluminum body, available in various colors. Space Black e Silver, and it features a durable and repairable design. The model was developed with a focus on sustainability, using 45% recycled materials and manufacturing with 50% renewable energy.
In relation to doors, notebooks feature Thunderbolt 5, HDMI with support for up to 8K, SDXC card reader, and MagSafe 3 connector for charging..
Fabric
Available in versions of 14 and 16 inchesThe new models feature miniLED-backlit Liquid Retina XDR display with Brightness up to 1000 nits in SDR content. e Up to 1600 nits in HDR.Both models also feature wide P3 color gamut, True Tone and ProMotion technology with Adaptive refresh rate up to 120 Hz, And nano-textured glass option.
in the model of 14,2 inchesthe resolution is 3024 × 1964 pixels, while the version of 16,2 inches 3456 × 2234 pixelsDepending on the configuration, laptops can also... Supports up to four external monitors on the M5 Max chip..
Audio
The audio system features six speakers compatible with Spatial audioDesigned to deliver immersive and balanced sound, the set includes studio-quality microphones optimized to reduce background noise during calls and recordings.
Processor
O M5 Pro chip It was designed to offer higher performance in demanding professional tasks, geared towards areas such as science, engineering, software development and content creationIt is available in 14-inch MacBook Pro models e 16 inches and, according to Apple, it can reach Up to 7,8 times more performance compared to the M1 Pro. in certain types of workloads. See:
14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro with M5 Pro chip
- Up to 7,8x faster at generating AI images compared to... MacBook Pro with M1 Pro, and up to 3,7x faster than the model with M4 Pro.
- Up to 6,9x faster in processing LLM (language model) commands compared to the M1 Pro, and 3,9x faster than the M4 Pro.
- Up to 5,2x faster in 3D rendering on the Maxon Redshift compared to the M1 Pro, and 1,4x faster than the M4 Pro.
- Up to 1,6x more performance in games with ray tracing, such as Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition, in relation to MacBook Pro with M4 Pro.
For those who need even more power, the Apple also presented the Max M5, the most advanced version of the company's line of chips for professional notebooks. Designed for highly demanding tasks such as 3D visual effects, artificial intelligence model development, and soundtrack production.The chip is also available in MacBook Pro 14 e 16 inches and can achieve Up to eight times the performance compared to the M1 Max.According to Apple. See:
14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro with M5 Max chip
- Up to 3,5x faster AI video enhancement on Topaz Video compared to M4 Max.
- Up to 8x faster at generating AI images compared to... MacBook Pro with M1 Max, and 3,8x faster than M4 Max.
- Up to 6,7x faster in processing LLM commands compared to the M1 Max, and 4x faster than the M4 Max.
- Up to 5,4x faster video effects rendering in DaVinci Resolve Studio compared to the M1 Max, and 3x faster than the M4 Max.
GPU
The GPU of the chips M5 Pro e Max M5 It features a dedicated Neural Accelerator in each core, boosting performance in artificial intelligence tasks and advanced graphics. It offers up to 50% more graphics performance compared to the previous generation and is designed to handle complex 3D rendering, real-time visual effects, and other applications that demand high graphics power.
Memory and Storage
The new chips M5 Pro e Max M5 They offer high-performance unified memory with expanded bandwidth to handle complex workflows. M5 Pro support until 64 GB memory with 307 GB / s, while the Max M5 comes to 128 GB e 614 GB / s, ensuring better performance in tasks such as AI model training and high-resolution video editing.
Read and write speeds are up to twice as fast as the previous generation, reaching up to 14,5 GB/s. This gain accelerates demanding tasks such as 4K and 8K video editing, use of Learning Language Models (LLMs), and analysis of large volumes of data.
Furthermore, Apple increased the base storage of the entire line: the MacBook Pro with M5 Pro now part of 1 TB, while the model with Max M5 starts at 2 TB. The MacBook Pro 14 inches with M5 Pro ou Max M5 It also now comes with 1 TB of standard storage.
Operating system and apps
The new macOS Tahoe 26 It brings features that increase productivity and make the use of MacBook Pro more fluid. The Spotlight It has been improved and now allows you to find applications, files, and perform actions directly from the search bar. The system also reinforces the use of... Apple Intelligencewhich gains new features without compromising user privacy.
Os shortcuts They became smarter, with automated actions and direct integration with Apple's AI models. As for... Live Translation, available in apps such Posts, FaceTime e PhoneIt facilitates communication between languages by translating text and audio in real time.
Developers can also integrate Apple Intelligence features into their applications and use the Foundation Models framework for AI tasks performed locally. The system also includes continuity features, such as the app. Phone on the Mac, which allows you to answer calls from your iPhone, and support for Live activities, displaying real-time updates.
Regarding the design, the macOS Tahoe 26 It adopts a new look with Liquid Glass and offers more customization options, including colors for folders, icons, and widgets.
webcam and microphone
The model features a front-facing camera. 12 megapixels, compatible with the features Center Stage e desk viewwhich automatically adjust the framing and allow you to show your workspace during calls.
The set of studio-quality microphones It was designed to offer clearer voice capture and reduce background noise in video conferencing and recordings.
Connectivity
In terms of wireless connectivity, the models feature... Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6, the latest standards of these technologiesWi-Fi 7 offers Greater speed and lower latency for internet connections.while Bluetooth 6 ensures improved efficiency and stability when connecting to accessories., such as headphones, keyboards, and other wireless devices.
Battery
Battery life has increased, reaching... 24 hours of use to A gain of up to 13 hours for those coming from Intel models and up to 3 hours compared to the M1. Performance remains the same whether plugged in or running on battery power, and fast charging allows you to recover 50% of the charge in 30 minutes with 96W or higher USB-C adapters.
Price and availability
The new line arrives on the Brazilian market in March with prices from BRL 26.999The models offer versions with the chips. M5 Pro e Max M5, available in sizes of 14 and 16 inches. pre sale It starts on March 4th.And The official launch in stores will take place on March 11th..
- 14″ MacBook Pro (M5 Pro): starting at $ 26.999
- 14″ MacBook Pro (M5 Max): starting at $ 44.999
- 16″ MacBook Pro (M5 Pro): starting at $ 33.999
- 16″ MacBook Pro (M5 Max): starting at $ 47.999
Technical Specifications
| Models | 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro |
| Crisps | M5 Pro and M5 Max, with Fusion architecture developed by Apple. |
| CPU | Up to 18 cores (6 high-performance + 12 efficiency) |
| GPU | Next generation with Neural Accelerators integrated into each core. |
| Unified memory | Up to 64 GB (M5 Pro) or up to 128 GB (M5 Max) |
| Memory bandwidth | 307 GB/s (M5 Pro) or 614 GB/s (M5 Max) |
| Storage | SSDs up to 2x faster, reaching 14,5 GB/s. |
| Initial capacity | 1TB (M5 and M5 Pro) / 2TB (M5 Max) |
| Fabric | Liquid Retina XDR, up to 1600 nits (HDR) and 1000 nits (SDR), nano-textured glass option. |
| Battery | Up to 24 hours of battery life / 50% recharge in 30 minutes with a 96W or higher USB-C adapter. |
| Camera | 12 MP with Center Stage and Desk View support |
| Audio | Six speakers with spatial audio and studio-quality microphones. |
| Connectivity | 3x Thunderbolt 5, HDMI (up to 8K), SDXC slot, MagSafe 3, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 (via Apple N1 chip) |
| Operational system | macOS Tahoe 26, with Apple Intelligence, Live Translation, Continuity and new Liquid Glass design |
| Colors | Space black and silver |
| Price | 14″ MacBook Pro (M5 Pro): from R$26.999 14″ MacBook Pro (M5 Max): from R$44.999 16″ MacBook Pro (M5 Pro): from R$33.999 16″ MacBook Pro (M5 Max): from R$47.999 |
MacBook Air
O MacBook Air with M5 chip It also received updates in this new generation. The notebook maintains its focus on portability e efficiency, but it brings improvements in performance, screen, connectivity and artificial intelligence features...in addition to improvements in memory, storage, and battery. Below, check out the main details of the new models of... 13 e 15 inches.
Design
O MacBook Air with M5 chip It features a slim, lightweight, and durable aluminum body, with a completely silent design as it uses no fans. It is available in 13- and 15-inch sizes and in four colors: sky blue, midnight, starlight e silverDeveloped with a focus on sustainability, it uses 55% recycled materials, including 100% recycled aluminum and cobalt, and is produced with 50% renewable energy and has 100% recyclable fiber packaging.
In relation to doors, notebooks feature Two Thunderbolt 4 ports supporting up to two external monitors., And headphone jack e MagSafe connector for charging.
Fabric
The new models feature 13,6-inch Liquid Retina display ou 15,3 inches with 500 nits of brightness, Supports 1 billion colors., wide range of colors P3 e True Tone technology.
The 13,6 inches has resolution of 2560 × 1664 pixels, while the version of 15,3 inches 2880 × 1864 pixels.
Audio
The audio system features three microphones which offer greater voice clarity in calls and recordings. The notebook also includes a sound system compatible with Spatial audio e Dolby Atmos, capable of reproducing three-dimensional audio in music, movies, and other multimedia content.
Processor
O M5 It delivers advanced performance and features. artificial intelligence directly on the device, focused on activities such as studies, work and content creationThe chip is available in new 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Airs and, according to Apple, it can offer Up to six times the performance compared to the M1. in certain types of tasks. See:
- Up to 6,9x faster in AI-powered video enhancement in Topaz Video (vs. M1) and 1,9x faster than the M4.
- Up to 6,5x faster in 3D rendering with ray tracing on Blender (vs. M1) and 1,5x faster than the M4.
- Up to 2,7x faster image processing in Affinity (vs. M1) and 1,5x faster than the M4.
- Web browsing is up to 50% faster than on notebooks with an Intel Core Ultra X7 processor, and performance is up to 2x greater in more demanding tasks.
GPU
A GPU with up to 10 cores, with neural accelerators integrated into each core, it brings enhanced graphics cores and a third generation of ray tracingwhich improves performance in games and 3D rendering. According to Apple, the chip M5 It offers up to 6,5 times more 3D rendering performance compared to the M1 model and up to 1,5 times more compared to the M4.
Memory and Storage
The chip M5 brings faster unified memory with bandwidth of 153 GB/s, a gain of 28% in relation to M4This improves multitasking performance and reduces application opening times.
One of the main new features of the new MacBook Air is storagewhich now starts from 512 GB, twice the capacity of the previous generation, and can be configured with up to 4 TB for the first time.
O SSD also remained twice as fast in reading and writing, speeding up file access and improving performance in demanding tasks, such as importing large photo libraries or running AI processes directly on the device.
Operating system and apps
The model comes with macOS Tahoe 26, which retains the same new features already present in the Pro model, such as Visual Liquid Glass with a translucent appearance and color customization options for folders, icons, and widgets. The system also integrates the Apple Intelligence, offering AI capabilities focused on privacy, including Real-time translation in Messages, Automatic reminder organization e Smart actions in the Shortcuts app to automate tasks. Just like in Pro, there are iPhone integration by means of Phone app, live activities e iPhone mirroring, in addition to the Edge Light effect, which adds soft lighting to the face during video calls.
webcam and microphone
O MacBook Air on M5 keeps the 12 megapixel front camera with support for the features Center Stage e desk view, which automatically adjust the framing and allow you to display your desktop during video calls. The model also includes a set of three microphones on improved voice claritysimilar to what is present in MacBook Pro, ensuring good sound capture in conferences and recordings.
Connectivity
In terms of wireless connectivity, the models feature... Apple N1 chip, which brings Wi-Fi 7 e Bluetooth 6, the latest standards of these technologies. Wi-Fi 7 offers Greater speed and lower latency for internet connection.while Bluetooth 6 ensures Improved efficiency and stability when connecting to wireless accessories., such as headphones, keyboards, and other devices.
Battery
The battery now lasts up to 18 hoursThis represents a six-hour gain compared to Intel models. The model also features fast charging, allowing you to work, create, or play all day long.
Price and availability
The new ones MacBook Air with M5 chip They arrive in versions of 13 e 15 inchesWith prices starting from R$13.999 for the model of 13" e R$15.999 for the one of 15". pre sale It starts on March 4th.And The official launch in stores will take place on March 11th..
- 13″ (M5): starting at $ 13.999
- 15″ (M5): starting at $ 15.999
Technical Specifications
| Models | 13,6-inch and 15,3-inch MacBook Air |
| Crisps | Apple M5, with Fusion architecture designed for AI. |
| CPU | 10 cores, including the world's fastest CPU cores. |
| GPU | Up to 10 cores, with Neural Accelerators integrated into each core. |
| Unified memory | Bandwidth of 153 GB/s (28% faster than M4) |
| Storage | SSD up to 2x faster (14,5 GB/s) |
| Initial capacity | 512 GB (double the previous generation), configurable up to 4 TB. |
| Fabric | Liquid Retina display in 13,6” or 15,3” sizes, 500 nits of brightness and support for 1 billion colors. |
| Battery | Up to 18 hours of battery life with fast charging. |
| Camera | 12 MP with Center Stage and Desk View support |
| Audio | Three microphones, sound with Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos. |
| Connectivity | 2x Thunderbolt 4, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 (Apple N1 chip), MagSafe |
| Operational system | macOS Tahoe 26, with Apple Intelligence, Live Translation, and new Liquid Glass design |
| Colors | Sky Blue, Midnight, Starlight and Silver |
| Price | 13″ (M5): from R$13.999 15″ (M5): from R$15.999 |
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