Apple MacBook Pro 14" M5 Pro vs ASUS VivoBook 15 (2023)
The Verdict
The Apple MacBook Pro 14" M5 Pro and ASUS VivoBook 15 (2023) sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The ASUS VivoBook 15 (2023) is the cheaper of the two at $499 versus $1,999, a difference of about $1,500. The Apple MacBook Pro 14" M5 Pro is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Apple MacBook Pro 14" M5 Pro stands out for m5 pro: 18-core cpu with super cores, 4x ai performance vs m4, while ASUS VivoBook 15 (2023) is praised for affordable at $499 with a solid i5-1335u processor. Use the side-by-side spec table below to compare cameras, displays, battery life and connectivity in detail and decide which one fits your priorities.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple MacBook Pro 14" M5 Pro if…
- →M5 Pro: 18-core CPU with super cores, 4x AI performance vs M4
- →Thunderbolt 5 connectivity
- →Up to 24 hours battery life
Buy the ASUS VivoBook 15 (2023) if…
- →Affordable at $499 with a solid i5-1335U processor
- →512 GB SSD provides decent storage out of the box
- →Lightweight at 1.7 kg for a 15.6-inch laptop
Pros & Cons
Apple MacBook Pro 14" M5 Pro
Pros
- M5 Pro: 18-core CPU with super cores, 4x AI performance vs M4
- Thunderbolt 5 connectivity
- Up to 24 hours battery life
- Wi-Fi 7 via N1 chip
- Starts at 1TB storage
Cons
- $1999 starting price
- No touchscreen
- Non-upgradable RAM and storage
ASUS VivoBook 15 (2023)
Pros
- Affordable at $499 with a solid i5-1335U processor
- 512 GB SSD provides decent storage out of the box
- Lightweight at 1.7 kg for a 15.6-inch laptop
- ErgoLift hinge design improves typing ergonomics
- Expandable storage via M.2 slot
Cons
- 60Hz display feels outdated
- 42 Wh battery provides mediocre endurance
- 300-nit brightness is dim for outdoor or bright room use
- 8 GB soldered RAM is not upgradeable on some models
- Plastic build feels basic
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple MacBook Pro 14" M5 Pro | ASUS VivoBook 15 (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | macOS 17 | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.55 kg | 1.7 kg |
| Material | Recycled aluminum | Plastic chassis with metal lid |
| Dimensions | 15.5 x 22.1 x 1.55 cm | 359.7 x 232.5 x 17.9 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | 1 |
| SD card | — | |
| MagSafe | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | 3 | — |
| USB-A ports | — | 2 |
| USB-C ports | — | 1 |
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 24 hours | Up to 8 hours |
| Capacity | 72.4 Wh | 42 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2 inches | 15.6 inches |
| Type | Liquid Retina XDR, nano-texture option | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 3024 x 1964 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz ProMotion | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1600 | 300 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 1 TB / 2 TB / 4 TB | 512 GB PCIe NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 24 GB / 48 GB | 8 GB DDR4 |
| Cores | 18 cores (6 super + 12 performance) | 10-core (2P + 8E) |
| Chipset | Apple M5 Pro (18-core CPU, 20-core GPU) | 13th Gen Intel Core i5-1335U |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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