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Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5 Max) vs ASUS ROG Strix G16 (Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5080)

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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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ASUS ROG Strix G16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5080 16GB

ASUS ROG Strix G16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5080 16GB

  • 2,650 g.
  • Screen: 2560 × 1600 (2.5K).
  • 240 Hz display refresh rate.
  • Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor.
  • Storage: PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD.
KSh 470,000Out 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 ASUS ROG Strix G16 if you want a larger 90 Wh battery, more memory (64 GB RAM) and a smoother 240 Hz display.

Weight

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch
1.62 kg
ASUS ROG Strix G16
2.65 kg

Display

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch
3024 × 1964
ASUS ROG Strix G16
2560 × 1600 (2.5K)

Performance

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch
Apple M5 Max processor
ASUS ROG Strix G16
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor

Storage

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch
SSD
ASUS ROG Strix G16
PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD

Memory

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch
36 GB RAM in this version
ASUS ROG Strix G16
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 2.65 kg).

ASUS ROG Strix G16

  • Larger battery: 90 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).
  • 2.5G Ethernet (RJ-45).
  • 2 × USB-A 10 Gbps.

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PriorityApple MacBook Pro 14-inchASUS ROG Strix G16
PerformanceApple M5 Max processor, 32-core GPU graphicsIntel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor, RTX 5080 Laptop GPU graphics
Memory36 GB RAM64 GB RAM
Display14.2-inch display, 120 Hz16-inch LCD display, 240 Hz
Battery lifeUp to 20 hours per charge90 Wh 4-cell Li-ion
Weight1.62 kgAbout 2.65 kg
SoftwaremacOS TahoeWindows 11 Home

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxASUS ROG Strix G16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5080 16GB
BrandAppleASUS
Model14-inch MacBook Pro M5 MaxROG Strix G16 (2025) G615
Announced20262025
Form FactorClamshellGaming laptop
ColorSilver, Black (Space Black finish)Eclipse Gray

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxASUS ROG Strix G16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5080 16GB
Dimensions312.6 × 221.2 × 15.5 mm354 × 264 × 22.6–30.4 mm
Weight1.62 kgStarting at 2.65 kg
Build MaterialsAluminum unibodyAluminium lid; reinforced polymer chassis

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxASUS ROG Strix G16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5080 16GB
Display Size14.2 inches16-inch
Display TypeLiquid Retina XDRIPS-level ROG Nebula anti-glare
Resolution3024 × 19642560 × 1600 (2.5K)
Refresh RateProMotion up to 120Hz240 Hz
BrightnessHDR: 1000 nits sustained, 1600 nits peak; SDR: up to 1000 nits outdoors500 nits
TouchscreenNoNo
Display Features1 billion colours; P3 wide colour; True Tone; ProMotion up to 120 Hz16:10, 100% DCI-P3, 3 ms, Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision, G-SYNC, ACR

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxASUS ROG Strix G16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5080 16GB
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 cache; Intel AI Boost NPU up to 13 TOPS
GPU32-core GPUNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
Graphics MemoryShared unified memory16 GB GDDR7
RAM TypeUnified memoryDDR5-5600 SO-DIMM
Storage TypeSSDPCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxASUS ROG Strix G16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5080 16GB
RAM36GB unified memory64 GB
Storage2TB SSD2 TB

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxASUS ROG Strix G16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5080 16GB
Battery72.4Wh lithium-polymer90 Wh 4-cell Li-ion
Battery LifeUp to 20 hours video streamingVaries by gaming workload and configuration
ChargingMagSafe 3 or USB-C chargingUSB-C Power Delivery and fast charging supported
Power AdapterUSB-C Power Delivery: minimum 70 W; fast charging with 96 W or higher380 W AC adapter

Software

Software specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxASUS ROG Strix G16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5080 16GB
Operating SystemmacOS TahoeWindows 11 Home

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxASUS ROG Strix G16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5080 16GB
Wi-FiWi-Fi 7 (802.11be)Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be 2×2)
BluetoothBluetooth 6Bluetooth 5.4
EthernetNo built-in Ethernet2.5G Ethernet (RJ-45)

Camera & Audio

Camera & Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxASUS ROG Strix G16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5080 16GB
Webcam12MP Center Stage camera with Desk View1080p FHD IR webcam for Windows Hello
SpeakersSix-speaker system with Spatial Audio4-speaker system with Smart Amplifier
MicrophonesStudio-quality three-microphone arrayBuilt-in 3-microphone array
Audio FeaturesSpatial AudioDolby Atmos; Smart Amplifier; AI noise cancellation; Hi-Res Audio

Keyboard & Input

Keyboard & Input specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxASUS ROG Strix G16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5080 16GB
KeyboardMagic Keyboard with Touch IDPer-key RGB chiclet gaming keyboard
Keyboard BacklightYesPer-key RGB with Aura Sync
TrackpadForce Touch trackpad with Multi-Touch gesturesPrecision multi-touch touchpad
Fingerprint ReaderTouch IDNo; Windows Hello face authentication
Stylus SupportNoNo

Ports

Ports specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxASUS ROG Strix G16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5080 16GB
USB-ANo2 × USB-A 10 Gbps
USB-CThree Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C) ports2 × Thunderbolt 5 / USB-C with DisplayPort and Power Delivery
Thunderbolt / USB4Three Thunderbolt 5 ports (up to 120Gb/s)2 × Thunderbolt 5
HDMIHDMIHDMI 2.1 FRL
DisplayPortDisplayPort output over USB-CDisplayPort via USB-C / Thunderbolt
Memory Card ReaderSDXC card readerNo
3.5mm Audio Jack3.5mm headphone jack3.5 mm combo audio jack
Other PortsMagSafe 3RJ-45 Ethernet; DC input

Additional Features

Additional Features specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxASUS ROG Strix G16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5080 16GB
SecurityTouch ID and Secure EnclaveFirmware TPM; Windows Hello IR camera
Special FeaturesApple Intelligence; hardware-accelerated media engineTool-less RAM/SSD access; MUX Switch; Advanced Optimus; Aura Sync
Cooling—End-to-end vapor chamber, sandwiched heatsink, Tri-Fan Technology, Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationApple MacBook Pro 14-inch, M5 MaxASUS ROG Strix G16, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5080 16GB
Laptop14-inch MacBook Pro M5 MaxASUS ROG Strix G16 – Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB, 2TB, RTX 5080 16GB
Charging CableUSB-C to MagSafe 3 cable—

Similarities

  • Both support Wi-Fi 7.
  • Both have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both offer 2 TB of storage.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

Choose ASUS ROG Strix G16 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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