Description
Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch M5 Max – 48GB RAM, 2TB SSD
Exceptional processing power. Brilliant visuals. Built for demanding creative workflows.
The Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max 16-inch is a powerful professional laptop designed for filmmakers, photographers, digital technicians and creative professionals. Featuring an 18-core CPU, 40-core GPU, 48GB of unified memory and a fast 2TB SSD, it delivers exceptional performance for demanding production workflows.
Powered by Apple’s M5 Max chip, this MacBook Pro handles high-resolution video editing, professional photography, colour grading and complex creative projects. Its advanced graphics capabilities and high-performance architecture make it an excellent choice for both studio and on-location productions.
Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max Performance
The Apple M5 Max chip combines an 18-core CPU with a powerful 40-core GPU. This architecture delivers impressive processing performance for demanding professional applications.
Whether you’re editing high-resolution footage, rendering complex graphics or working with large photographic files, the MacBook Pro provides the speed needed for efficient production.
Its advanced media engine also supports hardware-accelerated H.264, HEVC, ProRes and ProRes RAW workflows. As a result, filmmakers can work efficiently with professional video formats.
Powerful Graphics and Creative Processing
With its 40-core GPU, the MacBook Pro delivers exceptional graphics performance for demanding creative tasks.
This makes it particularly useful for video editing, colour grading, motion graphics and 3D rendering. Hardware-accelerated ray tracing also supports advanced graphics workflows.
The M5 Max chip includes dedicated Neural Accelerators and a 16-core Neural Engine, helping accelerate compatible AI-powered creative applications.
48GB Unified Memory and 2TB SSD
The MacBook Pro features 48GB of unified memory, allowing creative professionals to work with large files and demanding applications.
Photographers can manage high-resolution image libraries, while filmmakers can edit complex timelines and work with multiple video streams.
The fast 2TB SSD provides generous storage for production files, project assets and professional software. It also supports quick access to large media files during demanding workflows.
Stunning 16-inch Liquid Retina XDR Display
The 16.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display delivers exceptional detail, contrast and colour accuracy.
With a native resolution of 3456 × 2234, the screen provides a sharp viewing experience for photography, video editing and colour-sensitive work.
The display supports P3 wide colour, True Tone technology and ProMotion refresh rates of up to 120Hz. It also offers up to 1,600 nits of peak HDR brightness, making it well suited to professional visual workflows.
Professional Connectivity
The MacBook Pro M5 Max includes a versatile selection of ports for professional production environments.
Three Thunderbolt 5 ports support high-speed data transfer and connections to compatible external storage, displays and production equipment.
An HDMI port, SDXC card slot and MagSafe 3 charging connection provide additional flexibility.
The M5 Max also supports up to four compatible external displays, making it suitable for multi-monitor editing and production setups.
Designed for Studio and Location Work
The 16-inch MacBook Pro combines professional computing performance with a durable aluminium design.
Its efficient Apple silicon architecture provides excellent battery performance, with up to 22 hours of video streaming under Apple’s testing conditions.
The laptop also features a 12MP Center Stage camera, studio-quality microphones and a six-speaker sound system.
Whether you’re working on set, managing digital assets or editing in a studio, the MacBook Pro offers the performance and flexibility required for professional productions.
Key Features
- Apple M5 Max chip: High-performance processor designed for demanding creative workflows.
- 18-core CPU: Powerful processing for editing, rendering and multitasking.
- 40-core GPU: Advanced graphics performance for video, photography and 3D applications.
- 48GB unified memory: Supports large files and memory-intensive professional software.
- 2TB SSD storage: Fast access to production files, applications and media.
- 16.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display: Exceptional sharpness, contrast and colour accuracy.
- 3456 × 2234 resolution: Detailed visuals for professional creative work.
- ProMotion technology: Adaptive refresh rates up to 120Hz.
- Advanced media engine: Hardware acceleration for ProRes, ProRes RAW, H.264 and HEVC.
- Three Thunderbolt 5 ports: High-speed connectivity for professional accessories.
- HDMI and SDXC card slot: Convenient connections for displays and media.
- External display support: Connect up to four compatible external monitors.
- 12MP Center Stage camera: High-quality video calls and remote collaboration.
- Long battery life: Up to 22 hours of video streaming under specified conditions.
- macOS: Professional computing environment compatible with leading creative applications.
Ideal For
- Professional video editing
- Film and television productions
- Digital imaging technician (DIT) workflows
- High-resolution photography and retouching
- Colour grading and post-production
- Motion graphics and animation
- 3D rendering and visual effects
- Commercial and advertising productions
- On-location digital asset management
- Studio and creative production workflows
Hire the Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max from Flash Photo
Looking for a powerful professional laptop for your next production? The Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max combines exceptional processing power, advanced graphics performance and generous storage in one versatile workstation.
Whether you’re editing high-resolution footage, managing digital assets on set or working on complex creative projects, this MacBook Pro delivers the performance needed to keep your production moving.
Contact Flash Photo in Cape Town to enquire about availability and rental options.
For detailed technical information, visit the official Apple MacBook Pro specifications.


