Apple M5 Pro (15-CPU 16-GPU)

Apple M5 Pro (15-CPU 16-GPU)
Benchmarks & Specs

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The Apple M5 Pro (15-CPU 16-GPU) brings a noticeable evolution to the world of compact computers. Apple uses the modern M5 architecture, which was designed for efficiency and high speed. With the 3 nm process, the chip achieves a really good energy balance in daily operation. We find the division into 15 CPU cores and 16 GPU cores very successful for demanding tasks.

Thanks to the high memory bandwidth of 307 GB/s, the chip shows strong performance in local AI applications. The Level 2 cache of 22 MB supports the fast processing of large amounts of data in the background. We noticed during testing how smooth even complex workflows feel with this system.

The internal Apple M5 (10 Core) graphics ensure that graphically intensive projects run stably. It is remarkable how much power Apple M5 Pro (15-CPU 16-GPU) packs into compact cases. Interestingly, the Apple M4 Pro (12-CPU 16-GPU) is often mentioned as a successor in official documents. Users benefit from stable computing power, which can play out its advantages particularly in multitasking.

The architecture manages many processes simultaneously without delays or annoying heat. We appreciate the reliability that the Apple M5 Pro (15-CPU 16-GPU) offers for creative work. Overall, the package seems very harmonious and easily meets the requirements of most professional users. The connection of the memory is a real plus point for everyone who needs to move large datasets quickly.

We have found that the efficiency cores ensure a pleasantly long battery life in everyday life.
  • Strong performance in local AI applications
  • Modern manufacturing in 3 nm process
  • High memory bandwidth of 307 GB/s
  • Large Level 2 cache with 22 MB

Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks

Single-core performance
Rank 1 / 519
In segment Notebook
Multi-core performance
Rank 5 / 832
In segment Notebook
Cinebench 2024 Single-Core

Cinebench 2024 Single-Core
Single-core performance

Apple M5 Pro (15-CPU 16-GPU)
15C / 15T · 4.61 GHz
199 pts
Apple M5
Apple M5 99 %
9C / 9T · 4.61 GHz
198 pts
Apple M5 (10-CPU)
10C / 10T · 4.61 GHz
198 pts
Apple M4 Max (14-CPU 32-GPU)
14C / 14T · 4.51 GHz
177 pts
Apple M4 Max (16-CPU 40-GPU)
16C / 16T · 4.51 GHz
177 pts
Geekbench 6 Single-Core

Geekbench 6 Single-Core
Single-core performance

Apple M5 (10-CPU)
10C / 10T · 4.61 GHz
4,309
Apple M5 Pro (15-CPU 16-GPU)
15C / 15T · 4.61 GHz
4,250
Apple M5
Apple M5 97 %
9C / 9T · 4.61 GHz
4,133
Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme (X2E-96-100)
18C / 18T · 5.00 GHz
4,070
Apple M4 Max (14-CPU 32-GPU)
14C / 14T · 4.51 GHz
4,021
Geekbench 6 Multi-Core

Geekbench 6 Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Apple M5 Pro (18-CPU 20-GPU)
18C / 18T · 0.91 GHz
29,200
Apple M4 Max (16-CPU 40-GPU)
16C / 16T · 1.26 GHz
26,263
Apple M5 Pro (15-CPU 16-GPU)
15C / 15T · 0.91 GHz
25,000
Apple M1 Ultra (64-GPU)
20C / 20T · 3.20 GHz
23,970
Apple M1 Ultra (48-GPU)
20C / 20T · 3.20 GHz
23,970
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)

iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)

Apple M1 Max (32-GPU)
Apple M1 Max (32 Core)
10,600
Apple M5 Pro (18-CPU 20-GPU)
Apple M5 Pro (20 Core)
10,266
Apple M5 Pro (15-CPU 16-GPU)
Apple M5 Pro (16 Core)
8,213
Apple M4 Pro (14-CPU 20-GPU)
Apple M4 Pro (20 Core)
8,013
Apple M1 Max (24-GPU)
Apple M1 Max (24 Core)
7,830

More benchmarks

At a glance

PropertyValue
FamilyApple M series (38)
CPU groupApple M5 (6)
ArchitectureM5
Technology3 nm
SegmentNotebook
Socket
Generation5
PredecessorApple M4 Pro (12-CPU 16-GPU)
Q4/2024
Successor

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

PropertyValue
CPU Cores / Threads15 / 15
Hyperthreading / SMT
Core architecturehybrid (big.LITTLE)
Core Cluster 1: 5x Super-Core
0.91 - 4.61 GHz
Core Cluster 2: 10x Performance-Core
0.90 - 3.05 GHz
L2-Cache22.00 MB
L3-Cache
OverclockingNo

Integrated graphics (iGPU)

PropertyValue
GPU nameApple M5 Pro (16 Core)
GPU frequency0.34 - 1.90 GHz
CUs / Shader256 / 2048
Raytracing
Max. displays4
Max. GPU Memory48 GB
Technology3 nm
Release dateQ1/2026

NPU AI performance

PropertyValue
AI hardwareApple Neural Engine
AI specifications16 Neural cores @ 60 TOPS
NPU + CPU + iGPU

Memory & PCIe

Memory typeMemory bandwidth
LPDDR5X-9600
307.2 GB/s
PropertyValue
Max. Memory48 GB
Memory channels4
ECC
PCIe5.0 x 8
PCIe Bandwidth31.5 GB/s

Thermal Management

PropertyValue
TDP45 W
TDP (PL2)
TDP up
TDP down35 W
T. junction max.100 °C

Technical details

PropertyValue
Chip designMonolithic
AES-NI
Operating systemsmacOS, iPadOS
Instruction setArmv9.2-A (64 bit)
ISA extensionsRosetta 2 x86-Emulation, AVX2, SME
Release dateQ1/2026
Release price
Documents
Apple M5 Pro (15-CPU 16-GPU)
Apple M5 Pro (15-CPU 16-GPU)
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