MacBook Pro M5 with 14.2-Inch Liquid Retina XDR Display Launches in India – Price, Specs, and the AI Revolution
Introduction: A New Era of Professional Computing Arrives in India
The anticipation has been palpable, and the wait is finally over. Apple has officially launched the latest iteration of its professional-grade laptop in India: the MacBook Pro with the powerful M5 chip and the stunning 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR Display.
Details and Specifications: The M5 Revolution
The heart of the new 14.2-inch MacBook Pro is the all-new Apple M5 chip.
The M5 Chip: Performance Redefined
The base configuration of the M5 chip powering this 14-inch model is a marvel of silicon engineering:
CPU: A 10-core configuration, comprising 4 high-performance cores and 6 high-efficiency cores, promising up to a 15% increase in multi-threaded performance compared to the M4 chip.
This blend ensures phenomenal performance for heavy tasks while maintaining exceptional battery life during lighter workloads. GPU: A new-generation 10-core GPU architecture is a major highlight.
Crucially, it incorporates a Neural Accelerator in each core, which is the driving force behind the dramatic surge in AI performance. Apple claims up to a 4x peak GPU compute and up to 6x peak GPU compute for AI workloads compared to the M1 chip, and a substantial boost over the M4. Furthermore, the GPU brings enhanced graphics, including third-generation hardware-accelerated ray tracing, for up to a 45% uplift in graphics-intensive apps. Neural Engine: The dedicated 16-core Neural Engine is also improved, working in tandem with the GPU to make on-device AI tasks, such as sophisticated image generation (think diffusion models in apps like Draw Things) and large language model execution, up to 3.5x faster than the M4-powered model.
Unified Memory: The M5 chip supports up to 32GB of Unified Memory with an impressive bandwidth increase to 153GB/s, allowing the CPU, GPU, and Neural Engine to access data seamlessly and rapidly.
The base model in India starts with 16GB of Unified Memory. Storage: The SSD storage has also seen a significant boost, now offering twice the speed compared to the previous generation, dramatically cutting down on load and transfer times for professionals working with massive files.
The Liquid Retina XDR Display: Visual Perfection
The 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR Display remains a class leader, offering an unparalleled visual experience for content creation, movie watching, and detailed professional work.
Technology: Mini-LED backlight technology provides Extreme Dynamic Range (XDR).
Resolution:
pixels with 254 pixels per inch (ppi).
Brightness: Up to 1,600 nits peak HDR brightness and 1,000 nits sustained full-screen XDR brightness, alongside 1,000 nits of SDR brightness outdoors.
Contrast Ratio: A staggering
ProMotion: The adaptive refresh rate technology, ProMotion, delivers refresh rates up to 120Hz for fluid scrolling and gaming, with the option for fixed refresh rates essential for video editors.
Nano-texture Finish: A new optional nano-texture finish is available, a game-changer for professionals working in bright or outdoor environments, significantly reducing glare without sacrificing image quality.
Pricing and Availability in India
The new 14-inch MacBook Pro with the M5 chip is available for pre-order immediately and will go on sale in India starting October 22. The pricing is structured across key configurations:
| Configuration | RAM / Storage | India Price (₹) | US Price (Estimated $) |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Base Model | 16GB / 512GB SSD | ₹1,69,900 | $1,599 |
| Mid-Tier | 16GB / 1TB SSD | ₹1,89,900 | N/A |
| High-End | 24GB / 1TB SSD | ₹2,09,900 | N/A |
The high-end M5 Pro and M5 Max models for both the 14-inch and 16-inch form factors are expected to launch in early 2026. Students and educators can avail a special discount of ₹10,000 through the Apple Education Store.
Other Key Specifications
Operating System: It comes pre-loaded with the latest macOS Tahoe, featuring the 'Liquid Glass' design, advanced AI capabilities like Live Translation and enhanced Spotlight functionality, further integrating the M5’s potential.
Battery Life: A major selling point is the phenomenal endurance, offering up to 24 hours of video playback on a single charge—a significant jump over previous generations.
Connectivity: The laptop retains a robust selection of ports, including three Thunderbolt 4 ports (or Thunderbolt 5 on some configurable models), a full-size HDMI port, an SDXC card slot, a headphone jack, and the convenient MagSafe 3 charging port.
Camera and Audio: Features a 12-megapixel Center Stage camera and a high-fidelity six-speaker sound system with Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos support.
Comparisons: M5 vs. M4 and the Competition
To truly appreciate the M5 MacBook Pro, a direct comparison with its immediate predecessor, the M4, and key rivals from the Windows laptop world is essential.
M5 vs. M4: The AI Leap
While the M4 chip introduced a solid performance jump, the M5's focus is unmistakably on AI and accelerated graphics:
| Feature | M4 Chip (Previous Gen) | M5 Chip (New Gen) | Key Improvement |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| CPU Performance | Excellent | Up to 15% Faster Multithreaded | Faster general computing. |
| GPU Architecture | Strong | New-Gen with Neural Accelerators in Cores | Massive boost for AI and Ray Tracing. |
| AI Performance (Neural Engine + GPU) | High | Up to 3.5x Faster (vs M4), 6x Faster (vs M1) | Crucial for on-device LLMs, Diffusion Models. |
| SSD Speed | Fast | 2x Faster | Professional-grade data handling. |
| Battery Life | Great (Up to 20 hrs) | Phenomenal (Up to 24 hrs) | Best-in-class endurance. |
The M5 is a powerful testament to Apple’s commitment to future-proofing its platform for the next wave of AI-driven applications. For professional users whose workflow depends on AI-accelerated tasks—such as video rendering, code compiling, machine learning development, and high-end photo editing—the upgrade from an M4, or especially older Intel/M1 models, will be transformative.
Against the High-End Windows Ecosystem
In the premium Windows laptop sphere, competitors often rely on Intel’s Core Ultra chips or high-end AMD processors, coupled with dedicated NVIDIA or AMD graphics.
Integrated Graphics: The M5 chip’s integrated GPU, especially with hardware-accelerated ray tracing and shared Unified Memory, continues to punch well above its weight, often surpassing the performance of many mid-range dedicated GPUs in Windows laptops. Its power efficiency also remains unmatched.
AI Accelerators: The M5's Neural Engine and new GPU-based Neural Accelerators position it perfectly against the AI-focused NPUs found in competing chips, often delivering a more holistic and deeply integrated AI experience thanks to the optimized macOS Tahoe.
Display: The Liquid Retina XDR is rivaled only by the best high-end OLED displays in Windows machines, but Apple's consistency in calibration, brightness, and XDR contrast remains a significant competitive advantage.
Portability: The 14.2-inch MacBook Pro manages to pack this immense power into a slim, all-aluminium chassis, often lighter and with significantly better battery life than similarly specced Windows counterparts.
Review: A Creator's Dream Machine
Initial impressions and early hands-on time with the M5 MacBook Pro confirm that it retains the familiar, robust design of the previous generation, a design that has been widely praised for its quality and thermal management. The new Space Black colourway is deep, rich, and remarkably resistant to fingerprints compared to earlier dark finishes, offering a true "pro" aesthetic.
Performance in Practice
For everyday tasks—web browsing, document creation, and light photo editing—the MacBook Pro is, unsurprisingly, overkill, delivering instant responsiveness. The real power shines in professional applications:
Video Editing (Final Cut Pro/DaVinci Resolve): 4K and even 8K video editing, color grading, and complex timeline effects are handled with effortless fluidity. The M5's dedicated media engine, combined with the faster SSD and Unified Memory bandwidth, results in drastically reduced render and export times, a critical factor for professional video production.
3D Rendering/Design (Blender, Cinema 4D): The M5's enhanced GPU, with its ray tracing capabilities, significantly cuts down on render times. Complex scene manipulation, geometry editing, and texture application are smooth and lag-free, a huge time saver for 3D artists.
Software Development: Compiling large code bases, running multiple virtual machines, and managing massive datasets see a tangible speed increase due to the powerful CPU cores and high-speed storage.
Display and Audio Experience
The Liquid Retina XDR display continues to be a highlight. The brightness is truly phenomenal for HDR content, making it perfect for film and photography work where colour accuracy and contrast are non-negotiable.
The AI Advantage
The increased AI performance is the most significant upgrade. While it is currently best showcased in first-party Apple applications and tools like Apple Intelligence in macOS Tahoe, the potential for third-party professional applications is immense. Tasks like on-device language model processing, advanced image masking, and AI-driven upscaling are where the M5 truly stakes its claim as a future-ready device.
Why the M5 MacBook Pro is the New King
The MacBook Pro with M5 chip and 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR Display is an engineering tour-de-force. It takes the award-winning design and user experience of its predecessor and infuses it with a level of processing, graphics, and, crucially, Artificial Intelligence performance that is simply ahead of the curve.
For the professional in India—the video editor, the machine learning engineer, the 3D artist, the high-end developer—this machine offers an unparalleled combination of raw performance, extraordinary battery life, and a world-class display. The Indian pricing, while premium, positions it competitively against other high-spec professional workstations that often sacrifice portability or battery life for power. The new Space Black finish and the optional Nano-texture display add desirable aesthetic and functional improvements to an already excellent package.
If you are currently on an older Intel or even M1 MacBook Pro, the leap to the M5 is worth every rupee. For those with an M4 model, the decision hinges on your need for the massive AI and GPU uplift. For everyone else looking for the most powerful, most efficient, and most beautiful professional laptop on the market, the M5 MacBook Pro is the undisputed champion. It is more than a laptop; it is a dedicated powerhouse for the next decade of professional creation.
Engagement: Join the Tech Conversation
What are your thoughts on the new MacBook Pro M5? Which new feature excites you the most—the incredible 24-hour battery life, the monumental AI performance jump, or the gorgeous Liquid Retina XDR display? Will you be making the switch from a Windows machine or upgrading from an older Mac?
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Disclaimer: All pricing and specifications are based on the official Indian launch announcements for the base M5 14-inch MacBook Pro models as of October 15, 2025. Prices are subject to change by Apple and its authorized retailers.
