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iMac 24 M5 · 64GB — M5 · 64GB
Apple

iMac 24 M5 · 64GB

M5 · 64GB

92
/ 100
From $2,099
VS
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB · 512GB SSD wins by 2
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB · 512GB SSD — M4 Pro · 16GB · 2024 · 512GB SSD
Apple

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB · 512GB SSD

M4 Pro · 16GB · 2024 · 512GB SSD

94
/ 100
From $1,999
Specdex verdict

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB · 512GB SSD takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, iMac 24 M5 · 64GB lands at 92 and MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB · 512GB SSD at 94. That puts MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB · 512GB SSD ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick iMac 24 M5 · 64GB if…

  • ✓M5 generation perf-per-watt leader
  • ✓Larger unified memory ceiling
  • ✓Improved ray-tracing iGPU

Pick MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB · 512GB SSD if…

  • ✓Current-gen silicon
  • ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
  • ✓Manufacturer warranty
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Performance

Tie

CPU + GPU muscle for demanding work

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Battery life

iMac 24 M5 · 64GB

Unplugged endurance for travel and campus

iMac 24 M5 · 64GB leads on battery (96 vs 84).

Portability

iMac 24 M5 · 64GB

Weight, size, and carry-everywhere comfort

iMac 24 M5 · 64GB leads on portability (90 vs 81).

Display

iMac 24 M5 · 64GB

Panel quality for creative and media work

iMac 24 M5 · 64GB leads on display (92 vs 86).

Value for money

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.

iMac 24 M5 · 64GB 92
vs
94 MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB · 512GB SSD

Score breakdown

iMac 24 M5 · 64GB
92
cpu 92
gpu 90
display 92
battery 96
portability 90
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB · 512GB SSD
94
cpu 94
gpu 89
display 86
battery 84
portability 81

Specs side-by-side

iMac 24 M5 · 64GB versus MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB · 512GB SSD — full spec comparison
Spec iMac 24 M5 · 64GB MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB · 512GB SSD
Chip
M5
—
RAM
▲ 64GB
16GB
Release year
2025
2024
OS
macOS 16
—
CPU
—
M4 Pro
Storage
—
512GB SSD

iMac 24 M5 · 64GB

Pros
  • +M5 generation perf-per-watt leader
  • +Larger unified memory ceiling
  • +Improved ray-tracing iGPU
Cons
  • −macOS-only
  • −Memory non-upgradable
  • −High-end configs expensive

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB · 512GB SSD

Pros
  • +Current-gen silicon
  • +Competitive spec-for-dollar
  • +Manufacturer warranty
Cons
  • −Battery varies by config
  • −Some SKUs heavy
  • −RAM often soldered

FAQ: iMac 24 M5 · 64GB vs MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB · 512GB SSD

Which is better, iMac 24 M5 · 64GB or MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB · 512GB SSD? +

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB · 512GB SSD scores 94 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is iMac 24 M5 · 64GB worth the price? +

At $2,099, iMac 24 M5 · 64GB delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in battery.

Is MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB · 512GB SSD worth the price? +

At $1,999, MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB · 512GB SSD delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in cpu.

Does iMac 24 M5 · 64GB or MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB · 512GB SSD last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for battery life, iMac 24 M5 · 64GB or MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB · 512GB SSD? +

iMac 24 M5 · 64GB — leads on battery (96 vs 84). Unplugged endurance for travel and campus.

Which is better for portability, iMac 24 M5 · 64GB or MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB · 512GB SSD? +

iMac 24 M5 · 64GB — leads on portability (90 vs 81). Weight, size, and carry-everywhere comfort.