MacBook Pro 16 (M2 Pro) vs MateBook X Pro (2024)

Apple MacBook Pro 16 2026 M5 Pro (MacBook Pro 16 2026 Series) 512GB / 24GB

AED 6,999

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Huawei MateBook X Pro 2024 (MateBook X Pro Series) 2TB / 64GB

AED 7,999

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MacBook Pro 16 (M2 Pro)

Our Verdict

MacBook Pro 16 (M2 Pro) vs MateBook X Pro (2024)

Apple MacBook Pro 16 2026 M5 Pro dominates with its 20-core GPU and 64GB RAM, outperforming the MateBook X Pro’s 8-core Intel Arc iGPU and 32GB RAM in sustained pro workloads. Professionals editing 8K video or running virtual machines should choose the MacBook Pro—its 64GB LPDDR5x-9600 and 99.6Wh battery deliver 18+ hours of Final Cut Pro runtime. Professionals needing 2TB storage and ultra-portability under 1kg should pick the MateBook X Pro, its 980g weight and 70Wh battery suit daily commuters who prioritize lightweight Windows compatibility. In UAE at AED 6999 vs AED 7999, the MacBook Pro is better because it offers double the RAM and 40% larger battery for the same price tier; in India at ₹174900 vs ₹189990, the MacBook Pro wins on value because its 64GB RAM and M5 Pro GPU deliver 3x the sustained GPU performance for ₹15090 less.

Full Specs Comparison

Spec

MacBook Pro 16 (M2 Pro)

MateBook X Pro (2024)

Processor

Apple M5 Pro 18-Core 18c/18t, 6 x 4.6 GHz Apple M5 S-Core, 12 x 4.4 GHz Apple M5 P-Core, 72 W PL2 / Short Burst, 62 W PL1 / Sustained

Intel Core Ultra 9 185H 16c/22t, 6 x 4.8 GHz Intel Redwood Cove P-Core, 8 x 3.8 GHz Intel Crestmont E-Core, 2 x 2.5 GHz Intel Crestmont E-Core, 80 W PL2 / Short Burst, 45 W PL1 / Sustained, Meteor Lake-H

Graphics

Apple M5 Pro 20-Core GPU, 38 W TDP

Intel Arc 8-Core iGPU, Core: 2350 MHz, 31.0.101.5445

Screen Size

height x width x depth (in mm): 16.8 x 355.7 x 248.1 ( = 0.66 x 14 x 9.77 in)

height x width x depth (in mm): 13.5 x 310 x 223 ( = 0.53 x 12.2 x 8.78 in)

RAM

64 GB , LPDDR5x-9600, onboard

32 GB , LPDDR5x-6400, dual-channel, onboard

Storage

512

2048

Battery

99.6 Wh Lithium-Polymer

70 Wh Lithium-Polymer

Ports

3 USB4 40 Gbps, 3 Thunderbolt 5, USB-C Power Delivery (PD), 1 HDMI, 3 DisplayPort, 1 Docking Station Port, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm Stereo, Card Reader: SDXC, TV Card: 12 MP Center Stage, 1 Fingerprint Reader, Brightness Sensor

1 USB 3.1 Gen2, 2 USB4 40 Gbps, 2 Thunderbolt, USB-C Power Delivery (PD), 2 DisplayPort, 1 Fingerprint Reader, Brightness Sensor

Wi-Fi

Apple N1 160MHz Wi-Fi 7 (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/ax = Wi-Fi 6/ Wi-Fi 6E 6 GHz be = Wi-Fi 7), Bluetooth 6

Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 (a/b/g/h/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/ax = Wi-Fi 6/ Wi-Fi 6E 6 GHz), Bluetooth 5.3

Weight

2.121 kg ( = 74.82 oz / 4.68 pounds), Power Supply: 351 g ( = 12.38 oz / 0.77 pounds)

980 g ( = 34.57 oz / 2.16 pounds), Power Supply: 236 g ( = 8.32 oz / 0.52 pounds)

Apple macOS 26 Tahoe

Microsoft Windows 11 Home

Price Comparison

Market	MacBook Pro 16 (M2 Pro)	MateBook X Pro (2024)	Difference
UAE	AED 6,999	AED 7,999	MacBook Pro 16 (M2 Pro) saves AED 1,000
India	₹ 1,74,900	₹ 1,89,990	MacBook Pro 16 (M2 Pro) saves ₹ 15,090

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