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Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5 Max) vs HP Omen Max 16 (Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5090)

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Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 Max

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 Max

  • 1,620 g.
  • 14.2 inch screen.
  • Apple M5 Max processor.
  • Storage: SSD.
  • 36 GB RAM in this version.
KSh 535,000In Stock
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HP Omen Max 16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5090 24GB

HP Omen Max 16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5090 24GB

  • 2,680 g.
  • Screen: 2560 × 1600 (WQXGA).
  • 240 Hz display refresh rate.
  • Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor.
  • Storage: PCIe Gen4/Gen5 NVMe M.2 SSD.
KSh 575,000Out of Stock

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Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch, M5 MaxKSh 560,000
Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch, M5 ProKSh 415,000
Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch, M3 MaxKSh 392,000
Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch, M4 MaxKSh 475,000
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M4 MaxKSh 415,000
Lenovo Legion Pro 7, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5080 16GBKSh 505,000
Lenovo Legion Pro 7, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5090 24GBKSh 570,000
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch if you want a brighter display (1,600 nits), a higher 3024 × 1964 screen resolution and a lighter build (1.62 kg). Choose the HP Omen Max 16 if you want a larger 83 Wh battery, more memory (64 GB RAM) and a smoother 240 Hz display.

Weight

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch
1.62 kg
HP Omen Max 16
2.68 kg

Display

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch
3024 × 1964
HP Omen Max 16
2560 × 1600 (WQXGA)

Performance

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch
Apple M5 Max processor
HP Omen Max 16
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor

Storage

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch
SSD
HP Omen Max 16
PCIe Gen4/Gen5 NVMe M.2 SSD

Memory

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch
36 GB RAM in this version
HP Omen Max 16
64 GB RAM in this version

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch

  • Brighter display: up to 1,600 nits (vs 500).
  • Higher screen resolution: 3024 × 1964 (vs 2560 × 1600).
  • Lighter: 1.62 kg (vs about 2.68 kg).
  • Slimmer: 15.5 mm thick (vs 22.5 mm).

HP Omen Max 16

  • Larger battery: 83 Wh (vs 72.4 Wh).
  • More memory: 64 GB RAM (vs 36 GB).
  • Smoother 240 Hz display (vs 120 Hz).
  • Larger 16-inch screen (vs 14.2-inch).
  • Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45).
  • 3 × USB-A.

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PriorityApple MacBook Pro 14-inchHP Omen Max 16
PerformanceApple M5 Max processor, 32-core GPU graphicsIntel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor, RTX 5090 Laptop GPU graphics
Memory36 GB RAM64 GB RAM
Display14.2-inch display, 120 Hz16-inch OLED display, 240 Hz
Battery lifeUp to 20 hours per charge6-cell 83 Wh Li-ion polymer
Weight1.62 kgAbout 2.68 kg
SoftwaremacOS TahoeWindows 11 Home

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxHP Omen Max 16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5090 24GB
BrandAppleHP
Model14-inch MacBook Pro M5 MaxHP OMEN MAX 16-ah0000
Announced20262025
Form FactorClamshellGaming laptop
ColorSilver, Black (Space Black finish)Shadow Black

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxHP Omen Max 16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5090 24GB
Dimensions312.6 × 221.2 × 15.5 mm356.5 × 269 × 22.5 mm
Weight1.62 kgStarting at 2.68 kg
Build MaterialsAluminum unibodyAluminium keyboard deck and reinforced chassis

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxHP Omen Max 16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5090 24GB
Display Size14.2 inches16-inch
Display TypeLiquid Retina XDROLED anti-glare
Resolution3024 × 19642560 × 1600 (WQXGA)
Refresh RateProMotion up to 120Hz240 Hz variable refresh rate
BrightnessHDR: 1000 nits sustained, 1600 nits peak; SDR: up to 1000 nits outdoors400 nits SDR; 500 nits HDR
TouchscreenNoNo
Display Features1 billion colours; P3 wide colour; True Tone; ProMotion up to 120 Hz16:10, 100% DCI-P3, 0.2 ms, VESA DisplayHDR True Black, Eyesafe, G-SYNC

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxHP Omen Max 16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5090 24GB
ProcessorApple M5 MaxIntel Core Ultra 9 275HX
CPU18-core CPU24 cores (8 P-cores + 16 E-cores), 24 threads; up to 5.4 GHz; 36 MB L3 cache; Intel AI Boost NPU (13 TOPS)
GPU32-core GPUNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU
Graphics MemoryShared unified memory24 GB GDDR7
RAM TypeUnified memoryDDR5-5600 (2 × 32 GB)
Storage TypeSSDPCIe Gen4/Gen5 NVMe M.2 SSD

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxHP Omen Max 16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5090 24GB
RAM36GB unified memory64 GB
Storage2TB SSD2 TB

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxHP Omen Max 16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5090 24GB
Battery72.4Wh lithium-polymer6-cell 83 Wh Li-ion polymer
Battery LifeUp to 20 hours video streamingVaries by workload and configuration
ChargingMagSafe 3 or USB-C chargingHP Fast Charge supported
Power AdapterUSB-C Power Delivery: minimum 70 W; fast charging with 96 W or higher330 W Smart AC adapter

Software

Software specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxHP Omen Max 16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5090 24GB
Operating SystemmacOS TahoeWindows 11 Home

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxHP Omen Max 16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5090 24GB
Wi-FiWi-Fi 7 (802.11be)Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be 2×2)
BluetoothBluetooth 6Bluetooth 5.4
EthernetNo built-in EthernetGigabit Ethernet (RJ-45)

Camera & Audio

Camera & Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxHP Omen Max 16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5090 24GB
Webcam12MP Center Stage camera with Desk ViewHP True Vision 1080p FHD IR webcam with privacy shutter
SpeakersSix-speaker system with Spatial AudioDual speakers tuned by HyperX
MicrophonesStudio-quality three-microphone arrayIntegrated dual-array digital microphones
Audio FeaturesSpatial AudioHyperX tuning; DTS:X Ultra; HP Audio Boost

Keyboard & Input

Keyboard & Input specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxHP Omen Max 16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5090 24GB
KeyboardMagic Keyboard with Touch IDFull-size keyboard with numeric keypad
Keyboard BacklightYesPer-key RGB backlit keyboard
TrackpadForce Touch trackpad with Multi-Touch gesturesPrecision multi-touch touchpad
Fingerprint ReaderTouch IDNo
Stylus SupportNoNo

Ports

Ports specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxHP Omen Max 16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5090 24GB
USB-ANo3 × USB-A
USB-CThree Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C) ports2 × Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 USB-C
Thunderbolt / USB4Three Thunderbolt 5 ports (up to 120Gb/s)2 × Thunderbolt 4 / USB4
HDMIHDMIHDMI 2.1
DisplayPortDisplayPort output over USB-CDisplayPort via USB-C / Thunderbolt
Memory Card ReaderSDXC card readerNo
3.5mm Audio Jack3.5mm headphone jack3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo jack
Other PortsMagSafe 3RJ-45 Ethernet; AC power connector

Additional Features

Additional Features specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxHP Omen Max 16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5090 24GB
SecurityTouch ID and Secure EnclaveFirmware TPM; IR camera; webcam privacy shutter
Special FeaturesApple Intelligence; hardware-accelerated media engineOMEN Gaming Hub Unleashed Mode; Advanced Optimus; G-SYNC
Cooling—OMEN Tempest Cooling Pro with Cryo Compound and self-cleaning fan technology

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxHP Omen Max 16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5090 24GB
Laptop14-inch MacBook Pro M5 MaxHP Omen Max 16 Core Ultra 9-275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5090 24GB
Charging CableUSB-C to MagSafe 3 cable—

Similarities

  • Both support Wi-Fi 7.
  • Both have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
  • Both offer 2 TB of storage.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both use 802.11be (Wi-Fi).

In summary

Choose HP Omen Max 16 for Windows, more memory and a larger battery; Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch combines macOS, a lighter build and a sharper screen.

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