Apple’s latest hardware using the M5 platform is now available to preorder through Amazon, with both the 14-inch MacBook Pro and the updated iPad Pro lineup available for pre-purchase. The headline is simple: if you have been anticipating the next performance leap from Apple, and want to commit to a unit now without stepping out of the Amazon ecosystem.
And Apple’s own materials suggest the M5 as a generational leap that emphasizes speed, efficiency, and on‑device AI. For buyers who are trying to figure out where to place an early order, Amazon’s listing offers fast payment checkout, return policies that they are comfortable with, and fast shipping windows once the shipping starts.
What the M5 chip changes in speed, efficiency, and AI
Apple’s M5 is a 10‑core CPU and 10‑core GPU design with a neural accelerator built into the fabric of each one of those GPU cores. In other words, that design is set up to keep AI workloads local on the device in an effort to minimize latency for tasks like image creation, audio transcription, and code assistance without having to lean on the cloud.
Early company guidance indicates some big jumps over the previous M4 generation: up to 3.5× faster AI processing, approximately 1.6× more graphics throughput, and as high as 2× faster SSD read/write speeds based on configuration. But those are Apple’s numbers, and they’re consistent with the pattern we’ve seen with recent Apple silicon—more sustained performance at a given power level (or less power as it were), which is so critical in thin-and-light.
The broader context matters. IDC and Canalys, which are both independent trackers, have noted that demand for premium laptops and tablets tends to spike at relatively inflexible performance refreshes like news of a new laptop chip, especially when creators might identify immediate time savings on exports or renders or batch edits. The M5’s focus on on‑device AI also reflects a broader trend in the industry towards privacy-preserving, local inference.
Key highlights of the 14‑inch MacBook Pro with M5
The new 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 retains the familiar strengths while adopting the speedier silicon. You can expect a 14.2‑inch Liquid Retina XDR display with ProMotion for fluid 120Hz refresh rate, a 1080p FaceTime HD camera, a six-speaker sound system with force‑canceling woofers, and the pro‑friendly port mix—MagSafe charging, HDMI, SDXC, and multiple Thunderbolt/USB‑C.
Apple provides Space Black and Silver fare, with the base model priced at $1,599 on Amazon. For a number of workflows — Final Cut Pro timelines, Lightroom Classic catalogs, Xcode builds — the move to M5 should cut wait times as well as significantly shorten GPU‑heavy exports. If you’ve been in the grip of an Intel-era notebook or even something from the early days of M1, this is a significant step forward.
Note for upgraders: Amazon usually shows the most popular configurations at the top. If you require certain memory or storage tiers, verify Amazon’s options cover your needs or consider purchasing a custom build directly from the manufacturer.
Updates to the 11‑inch and 13‑inch iPad Pro with M5
Two sizes of M5 iPad Pro are available: 11‑ and 13‑inch models with thinner, lighter designs than other Pro devices and battery-saving performance. Apple points to an improved display system, faster storage and memory bandwidth, and quicker charging—all in the name of getting the iPad Pro that much closer to laptop‑level performance when you pair it with a keyboard and trackpad.
The M5’s AI acceleration in image upscaling, background selection, and video effects inside apps from Adobe, Affinity, LumaFusion, as well as Apple itself, should give creatives a boost. New models can deal more effectively with large RAW libraries and 4K/8K footage thanks to larger memory options and storage configurations in the multi‑terabyte range.
Pricing on Amazon is $999 for the 11‑inch, and $1,299 for the 13‑inch version with Space Black and Silver finishes. Once again, it’s best to double‑check whether you do or don’t want Wi‑Fi, and do a final check for compatibility with your current Apple Pencil and keyboard accessories before clicking the good ol’ buy button.
Preorder tips and availability for M5 MacBook and iPad
The MacBook Pro 14‑inch (M5) and both iPad Pro sizes are live now. Delivery windows can move fast on new release hardware and if you want day‑one arrival, it’s wise to preorder early. Make sure to keep an eye on Amazon’s checkout for any potential trade‑in credits or financing offers, and be on the lookout for third‑party markups by checking that “Ships from and sold by Amazon.”
If you want a simple rule of thumb: get the MacBook Pro if your primary workloads are desktop‑class apps, use heavy multi‑monitor setups, or perform long-running compile or render jobs. Opt for the iPad Pro if you care most about pencil input, touch-first creativity, and the lightest kit possible. Either way, the M5 platform’s AI and graphics uplift ought to bring benefits in real workloads immediately, not just benchmarks.
Bottom line: with M5 hardware now on Amazon, eager early adopters can lock down the configurations they’re seeking and be among the first to get Apple’s latest silicon humming along in everyday creative, coding, and productivity applications.
