Latest news suggests that new MacBook Pro models with M5 chips are on the horizon. The macOS 26.3 Release Candidate (RC) includes internal references to the M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips, hinting at an imminent launch. These findings, reported by MacRumors, point to specific SoC IDs within the software build, aligning with Apple's established naming conventions for their silicon.

Specifically, the RC build features identifiers for the M5 Max (T6051/H17C) and M5 Ultra (T6052/H17D). However, there's no mention of an M5 Pro chip yet, which would typically carry the T6050/H17S identifiers. This could suggest the Pro model might arrive later. These findings follow reports indicating the new models are slated for the macOS 26.3 software cycle.

This discovery is significant for consumers eagerly awaiting the next generation of Apple laptops. The presence of these identifiers within the beta software strongly suggests that new MacBook Pro models are nearing release. Given Apple's typical product cycles, a launch within the coming months seems highly probable, bringing enhanced performance and efficiency with the M5 series.