Preorder the New M5 MacBook Pro and iPad Pro Now
▼ Summary
– Apple announced new 14-inch MacBook Pro and iPad Pro models featuring the M5 processor, which offers improved performance and better AI task handling.
– The M5 chip includes a 10-core GPU with neural accelerators, providing faster graphics and 3.5 times the speed for certain AI tasks compared to the M4.
– Pricing starts at $1,599 for the MacBook Pro, $999 for the 11-inch iPad Pro, and $1,299 for the 13-inch iPad Pro, with preorders available from Apple and Amazon ahead of an October 22nd launch.
– The M5 MacBook Pro maintains the same design and base specs as its predecessor but increases memory bandwidth to 153Gbps and offers 20 percent faster multithreaded performance.
– The M5 iPad Pro features upgraded RAM in lower storage models, enhanced core configurations in higher-end versions, and supports faster charging, while retaining key features like the OLED display and long battery life.
Apple has officially opened preorders for its latest generation of professional devices, featuring the powerful new M5 processor. The updated 14-inch MacBook Pro and refreshed iPad Pro models promise significant performance gains over their predecessors, particularly in graphics-intensive applications and AI-related workflows. Both devices become available on Wednesday, October 22nd, but customers can secure their units immediately through Apple and Amazon.
The new 14-inch MacBook Pro retains the familiar design of the previous model but delivers substantial internal upgrades. It continues to offer a starting configuration with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. Key improvements include a memory bandwidth increase to 153Gbps, a notable jump from the M4’s 120Gbps. Apple claims the 10-core M5 processor provides a 20 percent boost in multithreaded performance. The integrated 10-core GPU is reportedly 1.6 times faster, which should translate to smoother gameplay in many titles. For artificial intelligence tasks, the new neural accelerators embedded in each GPU core make the M5 Pro an impressive 3.5 times quicker.
Preorders for the M5 MacBook Pro are now live. The base model with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage starts at $1,599 at both Apple and Amazon. For users needing more space, the configuration with 1TB SSD is available for $1,799. A higher-tier model featuring 24GB of RAM and a 1TB solid-state drive costs $1,999. Both retailers offer an optional nano-texture, glare-resistant display upgrade for an additional $150 across all configurations.
The M5 iPad Pro brings similar computational benefits to the tablet lineup, alongside some meaningful specification changes. Models with 256GB and 512GB of storage now come with 12GB of RAM, increased from the previous 8GB. The 1TB and 2TB variants continue to offer 16GB of RAM and feature a more powerful 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU, compared to the fewer cores in the lower-capacity models. These premium tablets also include Apple’s N1 co-processor and a C1X cellular modem. A welcome addition is support for faster charging, allowing the battery to reach a 50 percent charge in just 30 minutes when using a 40W or higher power adapter.
These enhancements build upon last year’s comprehensive redesign. The tablet’s stunning OLED display, high-quality four-speaker audio system, 12MP front and rear cameras, and a battery that delivers up to 10 hours of use remain highly competitive features.
You can now preorder the 11-inch M5 iPad Pro with 256GB of storage and Wi-Fi for $999. The 512GB Wi-Fi model starts at $1,199. The larger 13-inch model with 256GB storage begins at $1,299. The top-tier storage options, 2TB for the 11-inch and 13-inch models, are priced at $1,999 and $2,299, respectively. An optional nano-texture display is available for a $100 surcharge. Choosing a cellular-connected version adds $200 to the cost of any model. All these options are available through Apple and Amazon.
(Source: The Verge)
