Summary of "NEW M5 MacBook Pro - BUY or Wait?"

Overview

The video provides an in-depth analysis and overview of Apple’s newly released [[M5 [MacBook Pro](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08YHCZNC6?tag=dtdgstoreid08-20)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PKGCBJN?tag=dtdgstoreid08-20)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F5H97F96?tag=dtdgstoreid08-20), focusing on its technological updates, performance benchmarks, and value proposition compared to previous models.

Key Technological Concepts and Product Features

Design & Ports: The [[M5 [MacBook Pro](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08YHCZNC6?tag=dtdgstoreid08-20)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PKGCBJN?tag=dtdgstoreid08-20)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F5H97F96?tag=dtdgstoreid08-20) retains the exact same external design as the M4 version, including the mini-LED 120 Hz display and Thunderbolt 4 ports (no upgrade to Thunderbolt 5).
Processor Upgrade: The main upgrade is the shift from the M4 chip to the M5 chip.
- Single-Core Performance: The M5 chip achieves the highest single-core Geekbench score ever recorded (~4133), outperforming the more expensive M4 Pro and M4 Max chips.
- Multi-Core Performance: Scores around 15,437, which is lower than M4 Pro/Max but better than the M3 Pro, indicating strong multi-core capabilities for a base model.
- GPU Performance: Up to a 36% GPU performance increase over the M4 base model, roughly matching the previous generation’s M3 Pro GPU performance. Apple claims a 4x increase in peak GPU compute power over the M4.
Storage: The base model now supports up to 4 TB of faster storage, reportedly twice as fast as the M4 version’s storage. The presenter plans to test this claim.
Memory Bandwidth: Increased from 120 GB/s (M4) to 153 GB/s (M5).
Connectivity: Still uses Wi-Fi 6E, unlike the M5 iPad Pro which supports Wi-Fi 7.
Other Specs: All other specs, dimensions, and features remain unchanged from the M4 [MacBook Pro](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08YHCZNC6?tag=dtdgstoreid08-20).

Performance and Use Case Analysis

The M5 base model is positioned as a strong value offering, especially for users who do not require the highest multi-core or GPU performance. It is ideal for:

Students
Budget-conscious professionals
Users who need more ports and a better display than the MacBook Air

It excels in everyday tasks, app responsiveness, video/photo editing, music production, and AI-related workflows. The M5 base model offers performance comparable to older, more expensive Pro variants but at a significantly lower price (starting around $1,600).

Recommendations and Buying Guide

For Most Users: The M5 base model MacBook Pro is recommended for those who want solid performance without the premium price tag.
For Power Users: The M4 Pro and M4 Max models still provide superior multi-core and GPU performance and remain worth buying if immediate high performance is needed.
Waiting Advice: If not urgently needing a new laptop, it’s suggested to wait for rumored updates expected by early 2026, which may include M5 Pro/Max chips and potentially an OLED display redesign for higher-end models by the end of 2026.
Other Apple devices like the M4 MacBook Air and Mac Mini are also expected to receive updates soon.

Additional Notes

The presenter plans to conduct a detailed review and storage speed test once the [[M5 [MacBook Pro](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08YHCZNC6?tag=dtdgstoreid08-20)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PKGCBJN?tag=dtdgstoreid08-20)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F5H97F96?tag=dtdgstoreid08-20) is received.

Many users won’t notice a huge difference between M4 and M5 in everyday use, but the upgrade is still meaningful.

Main Speaker

The video is presented by a tech reviewer who provides benchmarks, performance analysis, and buying advice based on leaked data and Apple’s official announcements. (Name not specified in the transcript)