Technical assessment
A summary based on specifications and results.
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Apple M5 Pro 18 Core is a Laptop processor with 18 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 57241 and a single-thread rating of 5935.
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Apple M5 Pro 18 Core
Explore Apple M5 Pro 18 Core technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for laptop performance, efficiency and upgrade research.
Last updated: 2026-10-209.9/ 10
Technical rating
Excellent
Apple M5 Pro 18 Core is a Laptop processor with 18 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 57241 and a single-thread rating of 5935.
CPU Mark57,241
184 samples
Single Thread5,935
Overall rank#214
of 6,054
Reference price—
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Specification context
What do these specifications mean in practice?
The Apple M5 Pro 18 Core is a Laptop released in 2026. Recorded specifications include a 57,241 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.
Read the performance results
The 57,241 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 5,935 single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work. Compare the nearby alternatives on this page and do not treat one score as a verdict for every application.
Platform and compatibility
No confirmed socket is recorded for this processor. Verify the exact device or motherboard with the manufacturer before planning an upgrade.
Memory and power
Recorded memory support: LPDDR5X-9600. Verify the system memory type, real power limits and cooling capacity.
FAQ
Common processor questions
What are the key Apple M5 Pro 18 Core specifications?
The main recorded details are a 57,241 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.
Is the Apple M5 Pro 18 Core good for gaming?
The product name or CPU Mark alone cannot answer that. Check single-thread performance, core count, the target graphics card, gaming resolution and results from the games you play.
Which motherboards support the Apple M5 Pro 18 Core?
A confirmed socket is not recorded here. Use the device model or manufacturer specifications to identify compatible hardware.
How much power does the Apple M5 Pro 18 Core use?
A structured TDP value is not currently available. Check the manufacturer specification and device power limits.
This guidance interprets recorded specifications and results; it does not claim hands-on device testing. Results can vary with motherboard, power, memory and cooling.
Multi-axis comparison
How does this processor compare?
A direct comparison with nearby processors from the same brand and a similar core count.
Overall and multi-core performance
A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.
01Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX PlusIntel57,989 points
02Apple M5 Max 18 CoreApple57,723 points
03AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3DAMD57,507 points
04Apple M5 Pro 18 CoreThis CPU57,241 points
05Intel Core Ultra 9 285HXIntel56,406 points
Single-thread performance
Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.
01Apple M5 Max 18 CoreApple5,962 points
02Apple M5 Pro 18 CoreThis CPU5,935 points
03Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX PlusIntel4,920 points
04Intel Core Ultra 9 285HXIntel4,599 points
05AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3DAMD4,067 points
Performance per watt
Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.
01Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX PlusIntel1,054.3 Mark/W
02AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3DAMD1,045.6 Mark/W
03Intel Core Ultra 9 285HXIntel1,025.6 Mark/W
Bars are relative to the processors shown here, not a global ranking of every CPU.
Detailed benchmark results
Snapshot from 2026-10-20
Core specifications
| Brand | Apple |
|---|---|
| Category | Laptop |
| Release year | 2026 |
| Socket | — |
| Cores / threads | 18 / — |
| Base clock | — |
| Max turbo | — |
| TDP | — |
| Integrated graphics | 20 Core GPU |
Memory support
| Memory type | LPDDR5X |
|---|---|
| Official speed | LPDDR5X-9600 |
| Maximum capacity | 64 GB |
Cache hierarchy
No structured cache data.