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★ MacBook Pro Pricing and Configurations for M6, M5 Pro, and M5 Max
Publication: Daring Fireball
Author: John Gruber
Source published: 30/10/2026, 21:56:10 UTC
Briefing created: 30/10/2026, 22:15:48 UTC
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Briefings
Apple's M6 and M5 Pro MacBook Pros are priced significantly higher than previous models, with the M5 Max PROLED XDR costing $7,000 more than the base 2 TB configuration. The new PROLED XDR models feature touchscreens and lighter weight, while the M5 Max with PROLED XDR is the only 16 TB SSD upgrade available. Pricing tables show a $400 increase for PROLED XDR models across all configurations compared to old-style versions, with the 18-core M5 Max starting at $4,700 for the 14-inch model.
Key points
- The M5 Max with PROLED XDR displays is the only 16 TB SSD upgrade available, costing $7,000 more than the base 2 TB configuration.
- The 18-core M5 Max with PROLED XDR starts at $4,700 for the 14-inch model, with 16-inch pricing marked as unavailable.
Context
This briefing details the pricing and configurations for the new M6 and M5 Pro MacBook Pros, specifically highlighting the PROLED XDR models announced in October 2026. The new displays feature touchscreens and are lighter, with a $400 price increase over the old-style mini-LED versions. The M5 Max PROLED XDR is the only 16 TB SSD upgrade, priced at $7,000 more than the base 2 TB model.
Limitations
Pricing tables for 16-inch models are unavailable for the M6 and M5 Pro configurations. The PROLED XDR 16 TB upgrade is exclusive to M5 Max models. Specific weight, battery life, and display brightness comparisons are available via Apple's Compare tool but not detailed in this text.
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