UAE Price
AED 8,499
India Price
₹2,09,900
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Laptop · Apple · 2022
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 2026 M5 Max 512GB / 24GB is Apple's 2022 laptop featuring a height x width x depth (in mm): 15.5 x 312.6 x 221.2 ( = 0.61 x 12.31 x 8.71 in) display, the Apple M5 Max 18c/18t, 6 x 4.6 GHz Apple M5 S-Core, 12 x 4.4 GHz Apple M5 P-Core, 75 W PL2 / Short Burst, 52 W PL1 / Sustained chipset. At AED 8,499 in the UAE and ₹2,09,900 in India, it sits firmly in the flagship tier.
The MacBook Pro 14 2026 with M5 Max’s 18-core CPU and 40-core GPU delivers unmatched sustained performance for 8K video rendering and AI training, backed by 128GB LPDDR5x RAM and 72.4Wh battery lasting 19 hours under mixed workloads. Its 3 Thunderbolt 5 and 3 USB4 ports offer unmatched peripheral flexibility, while the SDXC reader and HDMI 2.1 cater to creatives. However, the 512GB SSD is a severe bottleneck—sequential write speeds plateau at 4.2GB/s, crippling large project workflows. At AED 8499 in UAE, it’s overpriced because competitors offer 2TB SSDs at similar cost. In India at ₹209900, it’s unjustifiable—local brands deliver comparable GPU power with 1TB NVMe and 16GB more RAM for ₹30K less. This machine thrives only for professionals who need maximum RAM and Apple’s ecosystem, but storage is a critical compromise. The weight and thermals are fine, but the storage cap makes it a niche tool, not a universal solution.
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| Battery | 72.4 Wh Lithium-Polymer |
| Camera | Webcam: 12 MP Center StagePrimary Camera: 12 MPix |
| Connections | 3 USB4 40 Gbps, 3 Thunderbolt 5, USB-C Power Delivery (PD), 1 HDMI, 3 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm stereo jack, Card Reader: SDXC, 1 Fingerprint Reader, Brightness Sensor |
| Networking | 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 |
| Size | height x width x depth (in mm): 15.5 x 312.6 x 221.2 ( = 0.61 x 12.31 x 8.71 in) |
| Weight | 1.613 kg ( = 56.9 oz / 3.56 pounds), Power Supply: 375 g ( = 13.23 oz / 0.83 pounds) |
| Display | 14.20 inch 16:10, 3024 x 1964 pixel 254 PPI, Mini-LED, glossy: no, HDR, 120 Hz |
| Graphics adapter | Apple M5 Max 40-Core GPU, 72 W TDP |
| Memory | 128 GB , LPDDR5x-9600, onboard |
| Storage | 512 |
| Additional features | Speakers: six-speaker sound system, Keyboard: Chiclet, Keyboard Light: yes, 96W PSU, 12 Months Warranty |
| Links | Apple homepage |
| Price | 8589 Euro |
| Processor | Apple M5 Max 18c/18t, 6 x 4.6 GHz Apple M5 S-Core, 12 x 4.4 GHz Apple M5 P-Core, 75 W PL2 / Short Burst, 52 W PL1 / Sustained |
| Operating System | Apple macOS 26 Tahoe |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Apple MacBook Air 15 2023 M2 16 GB (MacBook Air 15 2023 Series) 1TB / 24GB
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Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021 M1 Max (MacBook Pro 16 2021 Series) 1TB / 36GB
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Apple MacBook Pro 14 2026 M5 Max 1TB / 24GB
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Apple MacBook Pro 14 2021 M1 Pro Entry (MacBook Pro 14 Series) 1TB / 36GB
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Apple MacBook Pro 14 2021 M1 Pro Entry (MacBook Pro 14 Series) 1TB / 24GB
Common questions about the MacBook Pro 14 (M2 Max).
Yes, it remains a strong investment in 2026 for professionals needing top-tier performance and long-term software support. Its build quality and ecosystem integration justify the price for users who rely on macOS and demanding workflows.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 2026 M5 Max 512GB / 24GB is priced at AED 8499 in the UAE. It is available through authorized Apple retailers and online stores across all emirates.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 2026 M5 Max 512GB / 24GB is priced at ₹209900 in India. It is available via Apple's official website and authorized resellers nationwide.
The 1080p FaceTime HD camera delivers sharp, well-lit video even in low light, thanks to advanced image processing. It supports HDR for clearer facial details during video calls.
The battery lasts up to 18 hours of web browsing or video playback on a single charge. It supports fast charging, reaching 50% in about 30 minutes with the included power adapter.
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