Current model Pro notebook · 2026
MacBook Pro M5 Max 16" (128GB)
M5 Max with 128GB unified memory and 614GB/s memory bandwidth; currently available new.
- RAM
- 128 GB
- Bandwidth
- 614 GB/s
- Comfortable model range
- 70B
Local AI fit
70B is the realistic daily range
Capacity estimate: up to roughly 70B comfortably, 120B tightly. Context, quantization, and running apps change real-world fit.
- Comfortable
- 70B
- Tight
- 120B
- Capacity edge
- 120B
120B is a capacity edge, not a blanket promise: it generally requires strong weight quantization, a short context, and little parallel load. KV-cache precision and the model architecture can materially change the result.
128GB explained Why unified memory is more than model weights Understand quantization, KV cache, macOS headroom, and the difference between “fits” and “runs well.” Open RAM guidePurchase status
Current model
Available new. Check the exact configuration and current price with the seller.
- Generation
- M5-Max
- Released
- 2026
- Data checked
- 2026-07-28
At a glance
Technical Specs
- Chip
- M5-Max
- RAM
- 128 GB
- Memory bandwidth
- 614 GB/s
- Form factor
- Pro notebook
- Release year
- 2026
What works well
Pros
- 128GB unified memory
- 614GB/s memory bandwidth
What to consider
Cons
- Actual token rates depend on model and runtime
Data verified
Product data and links last checked on 2026-07-28. Prices and availability can change at any time.
Apple technical source Technical data follows Apple specifications; not an independent performance guarantee.
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