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8.4 / 10
SCORE Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5, late 2025) $1,949 at Apple Pros Excellent screen, especially with nano-texture
Great performance
Good size and reasonable weight for everyday use
Same first-rate design as previous models Cons Screen notch remains irritating
Big drop in performance in low-power mode
Only two external displays supported in the M5 model
Prone to fingerprint smudges
Bundled 70-watt adapter doesn't support fast charging
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