Apple's 'Pro and Tell' launch week delivered an unexpected update to the MacBook Pro lineup, introducing OLED display technology for the first time. The new MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display features a 16.3-inch OLED screen that is touch-enabled, marking the first 16-inch MacBook Pro with touch display capability without external accessories.
Comparing specifications reveals key differences: the PROLED version starts at $3,399 for M5 Pro and $4,799 for M5 Max, while the standard model launches at $2,699 (M5 Pro) and $3,899 (M5 Max). Both models share the same M5 Pro and M5 Max processors with 18-core CPUs and identical GPU configurations.
Display upgrades include 1,000 nits sustained brightness with 2,000 nits peak HDR on the PROLED version versus 1,000/1,600 nits on standard. The OLED screen supports Pro Motion, Dynamic Island, and Multi Touch, while the standard uses mini-LED Liquid Retina XDR with a Notch and no touch capability. Both maintain identical battery life (24 hours M5 Pro, 22 hours M5 Max), networking, cameras, audio, and port configurations.
Source: AppleInsider · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing