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Apple announced the new 14-inch MacBook Pro powered by the M5 chip, offering significant improvements in AI performance, graphics, and battery life, starting at $1,599, available for pre-order and shipping from October 22, 2025.
Framework successfully demonstrated a rapid, three-minute upgrade of a laptop's GPU, swapping an AMD Radeon RX 7700S for an Nvidia RTX 5070, showcasing the practicality of their modular, swappable graphics card system for laptops.
Framework has introduced the first standards-compliant 240W USB-C PD power adapter and a laptop supporting this power level, leading the industry in modular, upgradable laptops and high-power charging solutions, with plans to enable swapping of high-performance GPUs and single-cable docking options.
Apple is expected to release the M5 MacBook Pro early next year, featuring modest performance improvements and possibly Wi-Fi 7 support, but it may be worth waiting for the upcoming M6 model with a major overhaul. Current M4 models are available at discounted prices, making them a good option for those who need a new laptop now or prefer to wait for the next generation.
Apple is preparing a minor refresh of the MacBook Pro with new M5, M5 Pro, and M5 Max chips based on TSMC's 3nm process, likely launching in early 2026 around January, with no major design changes. The update will support Wi-Fi 7, but the overall design remains unchanged until a larger overhaul expected in late 2026. Current models are available at discounted prices, and the new chips will debut first in the upcoming iPad Pro.
Apple's MacBook Pro is not a sensible option for consumers looking to buy a new laptop, as the M2 chipsets found in the consumer-focused MacBook Air models offer more than enough power. The tiny increase in performance in the 13-inch M2 MacBook Pro does not justify its higher price, and it is inexplicable that Apple is considering continuing this model into the M3 generation. Meanwhile, Apple has quietly upgraded the MacBook Air with improved wireless connectivity, offering faster speeds and improved stability. The MacBook Air, with its updated connectivity and larger display options, is a better choice for consumers in need of a new laptop.