Apple debuts its M5 chip, with a 10-core GPU, a Neural Accelerator in each core, offering 4x+ the performance of M4, and a 10-core CPU with six efficiency cores

M5 delivers over 4x the peak GPU compute performance for AI compared to M4, featuring a next-generation GPU with a Neural Accelerator …

Apple 2025-10-15

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Phoronix Michael Larabel on x
Apple Announces M5 With Much Faster GPU For AI
@awnihannun Awni Hannun on x
I'm super excited about M5. It's going to help a lot with compute-bound workloads in MLX. For example: - Much faster prefill. In other words time-to-first-token will go down. - Faster image / video generation - Faster fine-tuning (LoRA or otherwise) - Higher throughput for [image…
@benbajarin Ben Bajarin on x
Apple continuing to optomize silicon for AI workloads. Someday, when AI is universally used by software at the edge, this foundation will pay off.
@supersaf Safwan AhmedMia on x
Apple M5 - Third-generation 3-nanometer technology - 4x peak GPU compute performance for AI compared to M4 - 45% higher GPU performance compared to M4 - 15% faster multithreaded performance over M4 Coming to the new 14-inch MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and Apple Vision Pro [image]
@zaidmukaddam Zaid on x
so my M4 Pro is still better than M5 chip Mac? lol
@louis__meyer Louis Meyer on x
So the MacBook M5 is just the MacBook M4 with an incremented number? Expected nothing less from Apple.
@mkbhd Marques Brownlee on x
Apple introduces the new M5 chip GPU ~30% faster than M4 Much faster on-device AI 30% more unified memory bandwidth: 153GB/s They put the chip in: Vision Pro iPad Pro Macbook Pro https://www.apple.com/... [image]
@juniperphoton Weichao Deng on x
I'm confused. Is the M5 the only new chip? [image]
@maxwinebach Max Weinbach on x
Apple's M5 is here! - CPU: 10-core (4P + 6E); ~+10% ST / ~+15% MT vs M4. - 10-core GPU adds neural accelerators for 4× faster on-GPU AI vs M4. - GPU features ~30% faster raster, 3rd-gen ray tracing, a 10-core CPU (4P+6E) - Unified memory bandwidth is up ~30% to 153 GB/s. [image]
r/MacOS r on reddit
Apple unleashes M5, the next big leap in AI performance for Apple silicon
r/hardware r on reddit
Apple unleashes M5, the next big leap in AI performance for Apple silicon
r/apple r on reddit
Apple unleashes M5, the next big leap in AI performance for Apple silicon
@tim_cook Tim Cook on x
Amazing performance. Extraordinary battery life. Introducing the all-new 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5, delivering the next big leap in AI performance on the Mac. [video]
@_atilla1 Atilla on x
Keys have new alignments on the upcoming M5 MacBook Pro. See fn, control, option and command keys. [image]
@__tosh Thomas Schranz on x
👀 battery life on M5 Macbook Pro compared to M1 Macbook Pro also note: slightly larger battery (since M4) [image]
@maxwinebach Max Weinbach on x
Finally, the 14-inch MacBook Pro (M5)! - M5 w/ faster CPU/GPU and up to ~60% higher frame rates in titles using enhanced shaders/3rd-gen ray tracing - Storage: latest tech up to ~6.8 GB/s reads (about 2× vs prior entry model). Starts $1,599; orders Oct 15; availability Oct 22 [im…
@shiraovide Shira Ovide on bluesky
Apple can just announce new versions of products without a 60 minute overhyped video and staged clapping? — www.apple.com/newsroom/202... (In 2023 and 2024 Apple did 30+ minute events to announce updated Macs and iPads.)
r/macgaming r on reddit
Apple announced 14" M5: 3.2x higher fps vs 13" M1, 1.6x faster than the 14" M4
r/gadgets r on reddit
Apple announces new MacBook Pro with M5 chip | This time around, the base 14-inch is the only laptop getting the bump. So far, at least.
@markgurman Mark Gurman on x
Dual-Knit Band should be free for OG Vision Pro buyers!
@aaronp613 Aaron on x
You can now book demos for the M5 Vision Pro, with the earliest appointments being October 22 [image]
@bzamayo Benjamin Mayo on x
$99 [image]
@sadlyitsbradley Brad Lynch on x
The M5 Vision Pro also advertises 30 minutes longer battery life over its previous model This is alongside the improvements to refresh rate and 10% higher resolution rendering being enabled with their foveated rendering (They have the same amount of pixels in their displays) [ima…
@sadlyitsbradley Brad Lynch on x
The new “Dual Knit Band” is 99 dollars Same price as buying the solo knit separately [image]
@kylebrussell Kyle Russell on x
Smart to build the Belkin top strap accessory into the Apple knit band
@m1astra @m1astra on x
The (new) dual-function Fit Dial lets you easily adjust the band's upper and lower straps independently for a comfortable, personalized fit. [video]
@stevemoser Steve Moser on x
And here is a look at the iLife and iWork Liquid Glass icons for macOS Tahoe 26. They look just like the iOS 26 ones. Gone are the days of unique macOS app icons. Pixelmator only got a passing mention in the press release for the Apple Vision Pro (M5). [image]
@dylanmcd8 Dylan on x
Vision Pro 2 (well, more like 1.5) is here!! Very excited to try out this new band! [image]
@dylanmcd8 Dylan on x
The improved performance is nice, and needed, but no chance am I buying the new Vision Pro lol. I did get the Dual Knit Band though! [image]
@aaronp613 Aaron on x
BREAKING: The Apple Polishing Cloth to be compatible with the new M5 iPad Pro and M5 MacBook Pro! [image]
@vyyyper @vyyyper on x
Apple pricing this thing the same as the OG Vision Pro is an absolute fail IMO, but that M5 chip should open up some interesting possibilities for the NEW Vision Pro!
@aaronp613 Aaron on x
With M5, Vision Pro can increase the refresh rate up to 120Hz for reduced motion blur when users look at their physical surroundings, and an even smoother experience when using Mac Virtual Display. [video]
@spatiallyme Phil Traut on x
The all-new dual knit band seems to be compatible with the last generation Vision Pro. It actually looks very promising to me. Are you planning to get one? [image]
@neilcybart Neil Cybart on x
The changes coming to Apple Vision Pro because of M5: - Better battery life (+30 min for video - now 3 hrs) - Sharper images (10% more pixels on micro-OLEDs) - Reduced motion blur (refresh rate up to 120Hz) - Better performance (Spatial scenes 50% faster / Personas 40% faster) [i…
@sadlyitsbradley Brad Lynch on x
The M5 Vision Pro model now supports up to 120hz refresh rate for its Micro-OLED displays [image]
@tyrielwood @tyrielwood on x
Apple Just unveiled the new version of the Apple Vision Pro with an M5 chipset and a new strap. [video]
@ijustine @ijustine on x
I know this is something you have all been waiting for.. the Vision Pro just got an upgrade with an M5 chip and a more comfy head strap! [video]
@benbajarin Ben Bajarin on x
I get the sentiment that folks (developers in particular) were hoping for AVP at a lower price. But, there was little expectation of a lower price (yet) and even at $2000 + that is not a mainstream price point. This is also still an enteprise play, largely.
@stevemoser Steve Moser on x
The new Apple Vision Pro (M5) follows the iPad naming scheme of putting the chip name after the product name. Also, the old Vision Pro is now Apple Vision Pro (M2). [image]
@spatiallyme Phil Traut on x
The Vision Pro is dead, long live the Vision Pro! Apple just announced the second-generation Vision Pro — available starting October 22 for $3,499. It features the new M5 chip and therefore a crisper, smoother image, improved battery life as well as performance and an all-new [im…
@brandonbutch Brandon Butch on x
Apple just announced the next Vision Pro with the M5 chip, a new Dual Knit Band, and more! The latest version improves performance, display rendering, battery life, and comfort, while offering innovative features with visionOS 26 and all-new spatial apps and Apple Immersive [imag…
@mgsiegler M.G. Siegler on x
The Y-Strap? [image]
@maxwinebach Max Weinbach on x
Just released Apple Vision Pro (M5)! - Moves from M2 to M5: 10-core CPU, next-gen GPU - Up to 120 Hz rendering; sharper text/crisper detail - Comfort: new dual knit band with integrated counterbalance $3,499; orders Oct 15; ships starting Oct 22 [image]
@stevemoser Steve Moser on x
Most interesting part of Apple's announcements today besides the M5 and: the Dual Knit Band for Apple Vision (M5) [image]
@elkmovie Michael Love on bluesky
10% speed bump and the same price = they're going to sell like 9 of these, I'm not sure why they're bothering except that maybe they feel like they have to keep it sort-of alive until their glasses launch? [embedded post]
@viticci@mastodon.macstories.net @viticci@mastodon.macstories.net on mastodon
Also: — They literally did an official version of the custom “dual-knit” accessory for the Vision Pro from Etsy last year! https://www.macstories.net/... Also curious to check this out: https://www.apple.com/... [images]
r/apple r on reddit
Apple Vision Pro: New powerful M5 chip and comfortable band. Available starting 10.22
r/psvr2 r on reddit
VR2 Sense Controllers to be available separately November 11th
r/VisionPro r on reddit
Apple Vision Pro upgraded with the M5 chip and Dual Knit Band
@chriswelch Chris Welch on x
Apple's iPad Pro, Vision Pro, and base-level MacBook Pro have all been upgraded with the M5 chip. The company is touting faster AI workflows and other speed gains. I'd love to see the iPad Pro get water resistance and haptics someday. Just sayin'. https://www.bloomberg.com/...
@aaronp613 Aaron on x
The new M5 iPad Pro brings even greater capability to drive external displays, now at a refresh rate of up to 120Hz. [image]
@gregjoz Greg Joswiak on x
Incredibly powerful and versatile, with game-changing capabilities thanks to iPadOS 26: iPad Pro with M5 delivers our most advanced iPad experience yet. [video]
@tim_cook Tim Cook on x
Meet the new iPad Pro. Furiously fast with M5, making it even more powerful for all of your creative ideas. [video]
@basicappleguy Basic Apple Guy on x
M5 iPad Pro - M5 Chip - WiFi 7 - 256/512 start with 12GB Ram (prev. 8GB) - 1/2TB still 16GB - Single landscape camera [image]
@mgsiegler M.G. Siegler on x
First time I recall seeing these key specs so overtly on the purchase flow for iPad Pro (a good thing)! [image]
@brandonbutch Brandon Butch on x
Apple just announced the M5 iPad Pro, 14-inch MacBook Pro, and Vision Pro! [image]
@sdw Sebastiaan de With on x
New M5 iPad Pro camera seemingly still does not do Apple Log or ProRAW. Understandable but kind of a bummer. [image]
@maxwinebach Max Weinbach on x
The iPad Pro configurator now shows the specific spec of M5 (CPU core count) and memory on each SKU [image]
@maxwinebach Max Weinbach on x
New iPad Pro (M5) - Comes with new Apple Silicon M5 - External display: now up to 120 Hz - Wireless: Apple N1 for WiFi/Bluetooth/Thread, C1x for Cellular - Fast charging: 50% in ~30 minutes 11-inch starts at $999, 13-inch $1299 orders Oct 15; ships starting Oct 22 [image]
r/apple r on reddit
Apple introduces the powerful new iPad Pro with the M5 chip
@sadlyitsbradley Brad Lynch on x
Logitech's Muse VR stylus is now available to pre-order for $129.95 (U.S.) from https://logitech.com/ and the Apple Store online It will be available alongside Apple Vision Pro with M5 on Wednesday, October 22 [image]
@sadlyitsbradley Brad Lynch on x
PlayStation VR2 Sense controllers will finally be sold separately from its HMD And bundled alongside their Controller Charging Station for $249.95 from the Apple Store online in the U.S. beginning Tuesday, November 11 [image]
@kylebrussell Kyle Russell on x
Apple finds gaming so distasteful that they're happy to not make their own controllers

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