Apple MacBook Pro 14" M5 Pro vs ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3405, 2024)
The Verdict
The Apple MacBook Pro 14" M5 Pro and ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3405, 2024) sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3405, 2024) is the cheaper of the two at $1,299 versus $1,999, a difference of about $700. 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 ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3405, 2024) is praised for stunning 3k 120hz oled display. 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 ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3405, 2024) if…
- →Stunning 3K 120Hz OLED display
- →Exceptionally lightweight at 1.2 kg
- →Strong battery life for an OLED 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 ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3405, 2024)
Pros
- Stunning 3K 120Hz OLED display
- Exceptionally lightweight at 1.2 kg
- Strong battery life for an OLED laptop
- Premium aluminum chassis with MIL-STD durability
- Fast Intel Core Ultra performance with NPU for AI
Cons
- RAM is soldered and not upgradeable
- Only one USB-A port
- No SD card reader
- Webcam quality is mediocre
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple MacBook Pro 14" M5 Pro | ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3405, 2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | macOS 17 | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.55 kg | 1.2 kg |
| Material | Recycled aluminum | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 15.5 x 22.1 x 1.55 cm | 312.4 x 220.1 x 14.9 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | 1 |
| SD card | ||
| MagSafe | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | 3 | 2 |
| USB-A ports | — | 1 |
| USB-C ports | — | 0 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 24 hours | Up to 18 hours |
| Capacity | 72.4 Wh | 75 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2 inches | 14 inches |
| Type | Liquid Retina XDR, nano-texture option | OLED, 16:10, touch optional |
| Resolution | 3024 x 1964 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz ProMotion | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1600 | 600 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 1 TB / 2 TB / 4 TB | 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 24 GB / 48 GB | 16 GB LPDDR5X |
| Cores | 18 cores (6 super + 12 performance) | 16 cores (6P+8E+2LPE) |
| Chipset | Apple M5 Pro (18-core CPU, 20-core GPU) | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H |
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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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