MacBook Pro could get Apple’s M5 chip before the iPad Pro

Apple's forthcoming M5 chip could change MacBook release strategy completely
When it comes to revolutions in technology, few have been as marked as when Apple made the switch to in-house silicon. The brand managed to completely leapfrog the competition, producing a range of powerhouse laptops and desktop computers with unparalleled horsepower.
The MacBook Pro could get Apple’s M5 chip before the iPad Pro, but don’t expect groundbreaking changes
So, while the M5 chip is now anticipated to find its way into the MacBook Pro before the iPad Pro, don’t be surprised if it’s more of an incremental refresh than anything else
The M5 MacBook Pro is coming sooner than you think, but not soon enough
The M5 MacBook Pro is important, and not just because of its power. And while it’s coming sooner than we thought, it’s not coming soon enough. Let me explain.
MacBook Pro Likely To Debut Apple's M5 Chip Before iPad Pro In 2025 Launch
M5 Chips reportedly in mass production via TSMC's 3nm N3P process. Expect it in late 2025 or early 2026 across iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, and maybe even Apple Vision Pro. A premium "M5 Pro" variant using advanced packaging (SolC-mH) is also whispered about, potentially juicing up… — Ace Lucero Tech (@AceLuceroTech) February 19, 2025
MacBook Pro Now Expected to Get M5 Chip Before iPad Pro
Apple will bring its next-generation M5 chip to the MacBook Pro in the fall, followed by the iPad Pro in the first half of 2026, according
MacBook Pro rumored to get Apple Silicon M5 before iPad Pro
When consumers will see the debut of M5-based devices from Apple is coming into focus, and the shift will likely start with Apple's MacBook Pro lineup.
Apple’s M5 Chip Coming To MacBook Pro First Later This Year, iPad Pro In 2026
Apple's M5 chip is coming to the MacBook Pro first later this year, with the iPad Pro to follow in 2026. Here are all the details on this.
Apple’s Vision Pro is getting the M5 chip, but that’s not what it really needs
Apple’s M5 chip is coming to the Vision Pro, but that’s not the change the headset really needs. Instead, Apple should be prioritizing a more affordable model.
Apple's M5 chip could arrive soon — but not in the device you expect
It's been over six months since Apple launched the M4 chip in the iPad Pro on May 7, 2024. Since then, the M4 chip has also made its way into the MacBook Pro, but has yet to arrive on the MacBook Air. Despite that, Apple is already getting the M5 chip ready for launch.
Apple Silicon M5 chips are probably in mass production now
South Korean media claims that Apple Silicon M5 chips are in mass production, which makes a lot of sense considering that the first devices that will use them are expected ship before the end of 2025.
Apple’s M5 chip release will remedy an unpopular M4 decision, per report
The next-generation M5 chip is expected to debut this fall, and when it does, Apple will reportedly remedy an unpopular M4 decision it made.
When will Apple release M5 Macs?
There are more M4 Macs still to come, but when should we expect Apple to start releasing the first M5 Macs and MacBooks?
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