Apple has officially introduced the first touchscreen MacBook Pro, marking one of the biggest changes to the MacBook lineup in years.
The new 14-inch and 16-inch models feature Apple’s new PROLED XDR tandem-OLED display, M5 Pro or M5 Max processors, touchscreen controls and Dynamic Island.
Pre-orders opened on October 28, 2026, while retail availability begins on November 6.
Touch Comes to MacBook Pro
For the first time, users can interact directly with the MacBook display.
Apple says users can:
- scroll through webpages;
- pinch to zoom;
- drag and drop content;
- interact directly with creative applications;
- play software instruments onscreen; and
- use touch alongside the keyboard and trackpad.
The touch sensor is integrated into the display panel rather than added as a separate layer.
Apple has redesigned the hinge to provide greater stability while users touch the screen.
New PROLED XDR OLED Display
The new MacBook Pro introduces what Apple calls:
PROLED XDR.
It uses tandem OLED technology and supports:
- up to 2,000 nits peak HDR and SDR brightness;
- 10,000,000:1 contrast ratio;
- variable refresh rates up to 120Hz;
- P3 colour;
- Adobe RGB support; and
- an optional nano-texture finish.
The display is offered on both 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models.
Dynamic Island Comes to Mac
Apple has also replaced the traditional MacBook Pro display notch with:
Dynamic Island.
It can display and provide access to features including:
- Spotlight;
- Live Activities;
- Siri AI;
- calls;
- music controls; and
- AirDrop activity.
Touch ID remains available for authentication.
M5 Pro and M5 Max Chips
The new touchscreen MacBook Pro models are powered by:
M5 Pro
and
M5 Max
processors.
Apple supports configurations with up to:
128GB unified memory
and:
16TB storage.
The laptops also offer Thunderbolt 5 connectivity.
MacBook Pro 2026 Prices
Apple’s official US starting prices are:
| Model | Starting Price |
|---|---|
| 14-inch M5 Pro | $2,899 |
| 16-inch M5 Pro | $3,399 |
| 14-inch M5 Max | $4,499 |
| 16-inch M5 Max | $4,799 |
These are official US prices before any Pakistan-specific import costs, taxes or retailer margins.
Apple has not announced an official Pakistan retail price.
Up to 24 Hours Battery Life
Apple rates the new MacBook Pro for:
up to 24 hours of battery life.
Fast charging can take the battery to around 50% in 30 minutes with the appropriate adapter.
Improved Speakers
The six-speaker system has also been redesigned.
Apple says the updated system delivers around:
50% deeper bass
along with improved sound clarity.
Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6
Connectivity includes:
- Wi-Fi 7;
- Bluetooth 6;
- three Thunderbolt 5 ports;
- HDMI;
- SDXC card slot;
- MagSafe;
- headphone jack; and
- Touch ID.
The M5 Pro configuration can support up to three external displays, while M5 Max can support up to four.
macOS 27 Golden Gate
The new MacBook Pro ships with:
macOS 27 Golden Gate.
The operating system includes touch-specific support and Apple’s newer Siri AI and Apple Intelligence features.
Apple says existing Mac applications can work with touch because macOS can translate touch interactions into clicks, while developers can also add dedicated touch gestures.
When Will It Go on Sale?
Pre-orders: October 28, 2026
Store availability: November 6, 2026
The models will initially be available across 30 countries and regions.
