Apple is reportedly on track to release the M5 MacBook Pro in late October or early November 2025, following its yearly update cycle. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple will likely announce the new models around the same time as previous M3 and M4 releases, keeping with its fall refresh tradition.
The launch timeline depends on the M5 chip production, which is also expected to debut in the iPad Pro around September/October 2025. If Apple follows its usual pattern, the 14-inch and 16-inch M5 MacBook Pro models could be unveiled at a dedicated October event, with availability starting shortly after.
M5 MacBook Pro: Design & Features
The M5 MacBook Pro is expected to retain the same design introduced in 2021, with minor tweaks rather than a complete overhaul. Apple updated the M4 MacBook Pro (2024) with 16GB base RAM, a 12MP FaceTime camera, and Thunderbolt 5 (for Pro & Max models), so the M5 version may refine these further.
Key expected features:
- Same aluminum unibody design (no major aesthetic changes)
- Possible new color option (similar to Space Black in 2023)
- Nano-texture glass display option (for anti-glare)
- No OLED screens yet (rumored for 2026 models)
- Thunderbolt 5 support on all models (currently only on M4 Pro/Max)
Apple is reportedly saving major redesigns (like OLED displays, a thinner chassis, and a camera hole-punch instead of a notch) for the 2026 M6 MacBook Pro.
M5 MacBook Pro: Processor & Performance
The M5 chip will be the highlight of the 2025 MacBook Pro, offering 15-25% faster performance than the M4. The lineup will likely include:
- M5 (base model) – 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU
- M5 Pro – 12-core CPU, 16-core GPU
- M5 Max – 14-core CPU, 32-core GPU
Other expected upgrades:
- Wi-Fi 7 support (faster wireless speeds)
- Thunderbolt 5 on all models (currently limited to M4 Pro/Max)
- Possible 5G modem (unlikely before 2026)
- Improved battery efficiency (thanks to 3nm+ architecture)
While not a revolutionary upgrade, the M5 MacBook Pro will be a solid performance boost for professionals needing extra power.
M5 MacBook Pro: Expected Price
Apple typically keeps pricing consistent, but new U.S. tariffs could increase costs. Here’s the expected pricing based on M4 MacBook Pro (2024) models:
14-inch M5 MacBook Pro (Expected)
- $1,599 – M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
- $1,799 – M5, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD
- $1,999 – M5 Pro, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD
- $3,199 – M5 Max, 36GB RAM, 1TB SSD
16-inch M5 MacBook Pro (Expected)
- $2,499 – M5 Pro, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD
- $3,499 – M5 Max, 36GB RAM, 1TB SSD
- $3,999 – M5 Max, 48GB RAM, 1TB SSD
If tariffs impact production, prices could rise by 5-10%, especially outside the U.S.
Conclusion
The M5 MacBook Pro (2025) will be a performance-focused update rather than a redesign, with better chips, Wi-Fi 7, and Thunderbolt 5 as key upgrades. Prices may stay similar to the M4 models unless tariffs increase costs. For a major design change, wait for the 2026 OLED MacBook Pro.