# Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M5 Pro, M5 Max): dimensions, weight, ports and specs

Source: https://specwiseguide.com/laptop/macbook-pro-16/
Updated: 2026-11-14 · By SMART SC Editorial Team

**Short answer:** The **MacBook Pro 16** measures **14.01 × 9.77 in** closed, is **0.66 in** thick and starts at **4.7 lb**. Memory: unified (in the chip), up to 128 GB. It has no numeric keypad, no Ethernet port and a battery of 100 Wh.

The Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M5 Pro, M5 Max) is a 16-inch workstation laptop announced in 2026. Every value below is from Apple's specification document, re-typed into our own table. A chassis is sold in many configurations, so screen, memory and graphics are listed as the options the maker offers.

*Notes from the document: Apple labels the battery 100 Wh and footnotes an actual rating of 99.6 Wh. 1,000 nits is sustained full-screen brightness (1,600 nits peak in HDR).*

## Specifications

*Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M5 Pro, M5 Max), from Apple, MacBook Pro technical specifications. A dash means the document doesn't say.*

| Spec | MacBook Pro 16 |
|---|---|
| Type | Workstation, clamshell, macOS |
| Screen size | 16.2 in |
| Screen options | 3456 × 2234 Liquid Retina XDR 120 Hz 1000 nits |
| Width × depth | 14.01 × 9.77 in (35.6 × 24.8 cm) |
| Thickness | 0.66 in |
| Weight (starting) | 4.7 lb |
| Processors | Apple M5 Pro; Apple M5 Max |
| Graphics (maker's maximum power) | Integrated |
| Memory | Unified (in the chip), up to 128 GB |
| SSD slots | – |
| Battery | 100 Wh |
| Charging | MagSafe 3, 140 W |
| USB-C ports | 3 × USB-C, with Thunderbolt 5 |
| USB-A ports | None |
| HDMI | Yes |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | None |
| Card reader | SD |
| Numeric keypad | ✕ No |
| Keyboard backlight | ✓ Yes |
| Fingerprint reader | ✓ Yes |
| Touchscreen | ✕ No |
| Wi-Fi (best offered) | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Mobile data (WWAN) | ✕ No |
| Maker's model code | – |
| Announced / document read | 2026 / November 14, 2026 |

## Size: will it fit your bag?

Closed, it measures **14.01 × 9.77 in** (35.6 × 24.8 cm) and is 0.66 in thick. A sleeve or laptop compartment needs inner dimensions at least that large; bag makers size compartments by screen class, and chassis in one class differ, so check the numbers, not the label. We list 12 laptops in the 16-inch class: 13.88–14.35 in wide, 9.35–10.86 in deep and 3.58–5.84 lb. By starting weight the MacBook Pro 16 is the 8th lightest of 12. Full table: [16-inch laptop dimensions](/laptop-sizes/16-inch/).

(Diagram: Footprint to scale, lid closed: MacBook Pro 16 14.01 × 9.77 in, over a US Letter sheet (11 × 8.5 in).)

## Ports and charging

Ports: 3 × USB-C, with Thunderbolt 5, Yes, an SD card reader. Charging: MagSafe 3, 140 W. It has no built-in Ethernet port.

[Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Apple+MacBook+Pro+16-inch&tag=specwiseguide-20)

Configurations vary by seller: check the listing for the exact processor, memory, storage and screen. We haven't tested this laptop.

## Frequently asked questions

### What are the dimensions of the MacBook Pro 16?

14.01 in wide, 9.77 in deep and 0.66 in thick with the lid closed, starting at 4.7 lb.

### Does the MacBook Pro 16 have a numeric keypad?

No, it has no numeric keypad.

### Does the MacBook Pro 16 have a backlit keyboard?

Yes.

### Can you upgrade the RAM in the MacBook Pro 16?

No: the memory is part of the Apple chip, so buy the amount you will need (up to 128 GB).

### Does the MacBook Pro 16 have an Ethernet port?

No. Wired networking needs a USB-C Ethernet adapter or a dock.

### Does the MacBook Pro 16 have a touchscreen?

No.

## Sources

- [Apple, MacBook Pro technical specifications](https://www.apple.com/macbook-pro/specs/)