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Asus Zenbook A14 2026 vs Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max

Verdict

Our overall take, at a glance

Key takeaways

  • Asus Zenbook A14 2026 leads Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max overall by 14 points (87 vs 73 out of 100).
  • Asus Zenbook A14 2026 stands out on Display type: OLED, Ports USB Type A: 1, Weight: 0.99 kg.
Asus Zenbook A14 2026 leads overall
Asus Zenbook A14 2026
87
Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max
73
Why it stands out
  • Display type: OLED
  • Ports USB Type A: 1
  • Weight: 0.99 kg

Value for Money

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Asus Zenbook A14 2026

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Battery capacity

Larger cell — a hardware spec, not battery life

Asus Zenbook A14 202670 Wh
Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max72.4 Wh

Capacity is the raw battery size. Real-world battery life depends just as much on the processor, software and display.

Physical Comparison

Weigh them up, then compare real dimensions in 3D

0.99 kg1.62 kg
Asus Zenbook A14 2026Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max

Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max is 0.63 kg (64%) heavier than Asus Zenbook A14 2026.

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Detailed Specifications

The full spec sheet, side by side

Processor

Feature
Asus Zenbook A14 2026
Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max
Processor model
Snapdragon X2 Elite X2E88100
Apple M5 Max

Integrated Graphics

Feature
Asus Zenbook A14 2026
Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max
Integrated graphics model
Adreno X2-90
Apple M5 Max 40-core GPU

Memory

Feature
Asus Zenbook A14 2026
Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max
Memory capacity
32 GB
128 GB
Technology
Memory upgradeable
No
N/A

Storage

Feature
Asus Zenbook A14 2026
Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max
Storage capacity
1,024 GB
8,192 GB
Socket type
M.2 2280
N/A
PCIe version
4
N/A
Storage upgradeable
Yes
N/A

Display

Feature
Asus Zenbook A14 2026
Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max
Size
14 in
14.2 in
Display resolution
2880 × 1800 px
3024 × 1964 px
Aspect ratio
16:10
N/A
Refresh rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
Response time
0.2 ms
N/A
Display type
Brightness
400 nits
1,600 nits
Has pen support
No
N/A
Has touch support
No
No

Sound

Feature
Asus Zenbook A14 2026
Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max
Number of speakers
2
6
Power
N/A
N/A
Has Dolby Atmos
Yes
Yes
Number of microphones
N/A
3

Webcam

Feature
Asus Zenbook A14 2026
Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max
Webcam resolution
1920 × 1080 px
1920 × 1080 px

Battery

Feature
Asus Zenbook A14 2026
Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max
Battery capacity
70 Wh
72.4 Wh
Maximum charge power
100 W
N/A

Connectivity

Feature
Asus Zenbook A14 2026
Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max
Wi-Fi technology
Bluetooth technology
Bluetooth 6

Ports

Feature
Asus Zenbook A14 2026
Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max
USB Type A
1
0
USB Type C
2
3
Thunderbolt technology
N/A
Has an HDMI port
Yes
Yes
Has a card reader
No
Yes
Has a headphone jack
Yes
Yes

Design & Weight

Feature
Asus Zenbook A14 2026
Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max
Color
N/A
N/A
Dimensions
31.07 × 1.59 × 21.39 cm
31.26 × 1.55 × 22.12 cm
Weight
0.99 kg
1.62 kg

Security

Feature
Asus Zenbook A14 2026
Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max
Has a fingerprint scanner
N/A
Yes
Has infrared face recognition support
Yes
N/A

Performance

Feature
Asus Zenbook A14 2026
Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max
PassMark CPU Mark
37,967
N/A
Active cooling
Yes
N/A

Specification Note

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.

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