Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max 18 Core) vs Samsung Book5 Pro NP964QHA-KG2US

Benchmark-weighted head-to-head · data updated 2026-09-10

Winner: Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max 18 Core)

Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max 18 Core) takes 10.5 weighted points vs 4.3, winning on CPU Benchmark, RAM, Storage. Read our comprehensive Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max 18 Core) review or see the full Samsung Book5 Pro NP964QHA-KG2US review. The Samsung Book5 Pro NP964QHA-KG2US counters in a higher tier — worth it if its strengths match your needs.

Winner

Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max 18 Core)

Apple M5 Max (18 Core) · Integrated (Apple iGPU)

Under $5000
4.7 (289)
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VS

Samsung Book5 Pro NP964QHA-KG2US

Intel Core Ultra 7 258V · Integrated (Intel iGPU)

Under $1800
4.4 (63)
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Use-Case Scores

CategoryMacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max 18 Core)Book5 Pro NP964QHA-KG2US
Gaming4.9/103.5/10
Productivity7.4/105.8/10
Programming7.8/105.9/10
Engineering / 3D6.4/104.4/10
Student6.2/105.8/10
Travel / Portability6.8/106.9/10
AI Workloads6.2/104.1/10
Value for Money5.7/105/10

Detailed Specification Comparison

SpecMacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max 18 Core)Book5 Pro NP964QHA-KG2US
CPUApple M5 Max (18 Core)Intel Core Ultra 7 258V
PassMark Score57,65219,135
CPU Cores6P+12S4P+4E
GPUIntegrated (Apple iGPU)Integrated (Intel iGPU)
G3DMark Score——
RAM48 GB DDR532 GB DDR5
RAM UpgradeableNo (soldered)No (soldered)
Storage2 TBSSD1 TBSSD
Display16.2″ Liquid Retina16″ AMOLED
Resolution3456x22342880x1800
Refresh Rate120 Hz120 Hz
Pixel Density254 PPI212 PPI
TouchscreenNoYes
Weight4.7 lbs3.7 lbs
Thickness0.66″0.5″
Amazon Rating4.7 ★ (289)4.4 ★ (63)
Value Score5.7/105/10

CPU Comparison

The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max 18 Core)'s Apple M5 Max (18 Core) is ~201% faster in multi-threaded PassMark (57,652 vs 19,135). A generational gap you will feel in exports, compiles and heavy multitasking. Read more in our in-depth MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max 18 Core) benchmark breakdown and Book5 Pro NP964QHA-KG2US performance review.

GPU & Gaming

Neither carries a dedicated GPU — both fine for esports at low settings, neither for modern AAA gaming. For dedicated gaming silicon, check our best gaming laptops guide.

Productivity & Battery

Office scores: 7.4/10 vs 5.8/10. Battery isn't in our dataset, but both share a similar power class, so expect comparable endurance.

Display

MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max 18 Core): 16.2″ Liquid Retina 3456x2234 @ 120 Hz. Book5 Pro NP964QHA-KG2US: 16″ AMOLED 2880x1800 @ 120 Hz. The Samsung Book5 Pro NP964QHA-KG2US's AMOLED panel is the clear quality win. Explore more high-contrast options in our best OLED laptops guide.

RAM, Storage & Upgradeability

MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max 18 Core): 48 GB DDR5 (soldered) + 2 TBSSD. Book5 Pro NP964QHA-KG2US: 32 GB DDR5 (soldered) + 1 TBSSD.

Build & Portability

4.7 lbs / 0.66″ vs 3.7 lbs / 0.5″. The Samsung Book5 Pro NP964QHA-KG2US is 1.0 lbs lighter — significant for daily carry. Travel scores: 6.8 vs 6.9.

Value

Value scores land 5.7/10 vs 5/10. The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max 18 Core) extracts more performance per dollar.

Final Verdict

Buy the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max 18 Core) — it wins the weighted spec battle. You can read the detailed Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M5 Max 18 Core) review or compare alternative models in our laptop comparison tool.

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