Apple unveils touchscreen MacBook Pro with high-end configurations priced above $14,000
Apple introduced a touchscreen version of its MacBook Pro line, with the top-of-the-range 16-inch model costing over $14,500 when fully upgraded.
Apple announced a new touchscreen MacBook Pro lineup on Wednesday, featuring an OLED display, touch controls and a slimmer chassis. The 16-inch model starts at $3,399, while the 14-inch version begins at $2,899, both priced about $400 above comparable non-touchscreen models that use M5 Pro chips.
The highest-spec 16-inch configuration is equipped with an M5 Max processor, an 18-core CPU, a 40-core GPU, 128 GB of unified memory, a 16 TB solid-state drive and optional nano-texture glass, bringing the price to $14,549. Upgrades that drive the cost include a $7,000 increase for storage expansion from 2 TB to 16 TB and a $2,000 addition for the maximum memory option. The nano-texture glass adds $150.
A 14-inch model with similar top-end specifications can reach $14,249. Apple says the new PROLED XDR screen uses tandem OLED technology to improve brightness, contrast and color accuracy for professional workflows, and the devices can provide up to 24 hours of battery life depending on configuration.
User reactions on Reddit were mixed. Some commenters noted the $400 premium over non-touchscreen models, while others highlighted the steep price of fully upgraded units. The touchscreen MacBook Pro can be pre-ordered now, with deliveries and in-store sales slated to start on November 6.
Apple has not responded to requests for comment.