Apple intros M5 Pro and Max MacBook Pros and its first new monitors in years
Summary
Apple announced the M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pros with an 18-core CPU featuring six 'super cores' and 12 efficiency cores, plus an all-new performance core for improved multithreaded workloads. GPU options go up to 40 cores with higher memory bandwidth, delivering up to 2.5x multithreaded gains over M1 Pro/Max. The lineup also includes Studio Display and Studio Display XDR with upgraded features and higher prices; pre-orders begin March 4 with shipping March 11. These updates impact pro workflows, AI/ML workloads, and SMB IT budgeting considerations.