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Apple has introduced its first touchscreen MacBook Pro models, bringing touch controls to its professional laptop lineup alongside a new tandem
OLED display and M5 Pro and M5 Max processors. Announced on October 28, 2026, the redesigned laptops are available in 14-inch and 16-inch
sizes, retaining the traditional keyboard and trackpad while adding direct interaction with the screen.
The new models feature Apple's PROLED XDR display, which uses tandem OLED technology. According to Apple, the display delivers peak brightness of up to 2,000 nits, a contrast ratio of 10,000,000:1 and a variable refresh rate of up to 120Hz. Support for the P3 and Adobe RGB colour spaces is aimed at professionals working with photography, design and video production.
Touch controls allow users to scroll through webpages, zoom into photographs, move presentation slides and interact directly with creative applications. Apple says the touch sensor is integrated into the display panel to reduce input latency. The company has also introduced Dynamic Island on the Mac, providing access to Spotlight, Live Activities and Siri AI through a compact interface.
The laptops run macOS 27 and are powered by Apple's M5 Pro or M5 Max processors. They are designed for demanding workloads, including software development, video editing, 3D design and AI computing. Configurations offer up to 128GB of unified memory and 16TB of storage. Apple claims battery life of up to 24 hours, although actual performance will vary with the configuration and usage.
In India, the 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 Pro starts at ₹3,49,900, while the 16-inch version starts at ₹4,09,900. The M5 Max configurations start at ₹5,49,900 for the 14-inch model and ₹5,89,900 for the 16-inch model. Pre-orders opened on October 28, with retail availability scheduled to begin on November 9 in India, according to Apple's Indian newsroom.
The launch brings Apple into more direct competition with laptop manufacturers that already offer touchscreen displays. However, the MacBook Pro's premium pricing means its appeal will depend on more than touch support alone. Display quality, processing performance, applicationcompatibility and the usefulness of touch controls in professional workflows will all influence its value to buyers.
The touchscreen MacBook Pro marks a significant change in Apple's laptop design, adding direct screen interaction to a product line traditionally centred on keyboard and trackpad input. Independent testing will help determine whether the new display and touch features deliver meaningful productivity benefits for professionals and justify the cost.
The new models feature Apple's PROLED XDR display, which uses tandem OLED technology. According to Apple, the display delivers peak brightness of up to 2,000 nits, a contrast ratio of 10,000,000:1 and a variable refresh rate of up to 120Hz. Support for the P3 and Adobe RGB colour spaces is aimed at professionals working with photography, design and video production.
Touch controls allow users to scroll through webpages, zoom into photographs, move presentation slides and interact directly with creative applications. Apple says the touch sensor is integrated into the display panel to reduce input latency. The company has also introduced Dynamic Island on the Mac, providing access to Spotlight, Live Activities and Siri AI through a compact interface.
The laptops run macOS 27 and are powered by Apple's M5 Pro or M5 Max processors. They are designed for demanding workloads, including software development, video editing, 3D design and AI computing. Configurations offer up to 128GB of unified memory and 16TB of storage. Apple claims battery life of up to 24 hours, although actual performance will vary with the configuration and usage.
In India, the 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 Pro starts at ₹3,49,900, while the 16-inch version starts at ₹4,09,900. The M5 Max configurations start at ₹5,49,900 for the 14-inch model and ₹5,89,900 for the 16-inch model. Pre-orders opened on October 28, with retail availability scheduled to begin on November 9 in India, according to Apple's Indian newsroom.
The launch brings Apple into more direct competition with laptop manufacturers that already offer touchscreen displays. However, the MacBook Pro's premium pricing means its appeal will depend on more than touch support alone. Display quality, processing performance, applicationcompatibility and the usefulness of touch controls in professional workflows will all influence its value to buyers.
The touchscreen MacBook Pro marks a significant change in Apple's laptop design, adding direct screen interaction to a product line traditionally centred on keyboard and trackpad input. Independent testing will help determine whether the new display and touch features deliver meaningful productivity benefits for professionals and justify the cost.
