Apple MacBook Pro 16" M5 Pro vs MSI GE76 Raider
The Verdict
The Apple MacBook Pro 16" M5 Pro and MSI GE76 Raider sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. Both launched at roughly the same price ($2,499 vs $2,499), so cost is unlikely to be the deciding factor. The Apple MacBook Pro 16" M5 Pro is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Apple MacBook Pro 16" M5 Pro stands out for largest macbook display at 16.2 inches, while MSI GE76 Raider is praised for rtx 4080 laptop gpu with 175w tgp for near-desktop performance. 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 16" M5 Pro if…
- →Largest MacBook display at 16.2 inches
- →M5 Pro or M5 Max configurations
- →100 Wh battery with 24-hour life
Buy the MSI GE76 Raider if…
- →RTX 4080 Laptop GPU with 175W TGP for near-desktop performance
- →17.3-inch QHD 240Hz display is ideal for competitive gaming
- →99.9 Wh battery is the airline-legal maximum
Pros & Cons
Apple MacBook Pro 16" M5 Pro
Pros
- Largest MacBook display at 16.2 inches
- M5 Pro or M5 Max configurations
- 100 Wh battery with 24-hour life
- Thunderbolt 5
- Up to 96GB RAM with M5 Max
Cons
- 2.14 kg is heavy
- $2499 starting price
- Non-upgradable components
MSI GE76 Raider
Pros
- RTX 4080 Laptop GPU with 175W TGP for near-desktop performance
- 17.3-inch QHD 240Hz display is ideal for competitive gaming
- 99.9 Wh battery is the airline-legal maximum
- Excellent Cooler Boost 5 cooling with six heat pipes
- Full port selection including three USB-A and SD card reader
Cons
- 6.39 lbs — firmly a desktop replacement
- 5-hour battery life requires constant access to outlets
- 300-nit display brightness is underwhelming for HDR content
- Gamer aesthetic is not office-friendly
- Included software bloatware is annoying to remove
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple MacBook Pro 16" M5 Pro | MSI GE76 Raider |
|---|---|---|
| Software | macOS 17 | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 2.14 kg | 6.39 lbs (2.9 kg) |
| Material | Recycled aluminum | Aluminum and plastic |
| Dimensions | 17.7 x 24.8 x 1.68 cm | 15.63 x 11.18 x 1.02 inches |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| SD card | ||
| MagSafe | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | 3 | 1 |
| USB-A ports | — | 3 |
| USB-C ports | — | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 24 hours | Up to 5 hours |
| Capacity | 100 Wh | 99.9 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16.2 inches | 17.3 inches |
| Type | Liquid Retina XDR, nano-texture option | IPS |
| Resolution | 3456 x 2234 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz ProMotion | 240Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1600 | 300 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 1 TB / 2 TB / 4 TB / 8 TB | 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe (dual slot) |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 24 GB / 48 GB / 96 GB | 32 GB DDR5 |
| Cores | 18 cores (6 super + 12 performance) | 24 cores (8P + 16E) |
| Chipset | Apple M5 Pro (18-core CPU, 20-core GPU) | Intel Core i9-13950HX (13th Gen) |
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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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