Apple has introduced the new 14-inch MacBook Pro with its M6 chip, bringing faster CPU and GPU performance, improved on-device AI capabilities, and up to 24 hours of battery life.

Announced on October 27, the latest MacBook Pro is designed for students, business professionals, developers, and content creators who need more computing power for demanding workloads.

The M6 chip features a 12-core CPU and a 12-core GPU, each with two more cores than its predecessor. Apple claims the new processor delivers up to 30 percent faster graphics performance and up to 25 percent faster on-device AI performance compared to the M5.

For users upgrading from an M1-powered MacBook Pro, Apple promises even more substantial gains, with up to 11 times faster graphics performance and up to 13 times faster AI performance.

M6 brings faster performance and AI capabilities

The M6 chip is built to handle demanding workloads, from multitasking and software development to video editing, 3D rendering, and gaming.

Its 12-core GPU features Neural Accelerators in every core, alongside a third-generation ray-tracing engine and Dynamic Caching. These technologies help accelerate graphics-intensive applications and AI-powered tasks.

The chip also features a Dual 16-core Neural Engine, which Apple says delivers up to 1.9 times faster performance than the M5. This helps accelerate workloads such as image generation, image upscaling, and super-resolution processing.

Apple highlights several performance improvements in specific applications. Compared to the 13-inch MacBook Pro with M1, the new model delivers up to 13 times faster time-to-first-token performance for large language model processing, up to 11.7 times faster ray-traced rendering in Blender, and up to 3.3 times faster image processing in Affinity.

Developers can also expect faster builds in Xcode, with Apple reporting up to 2.5 times faster project compilation compared to the 13-inch M1 MacBook Pro.

The new MacBook Pro starts with 16GB of unified memory and can be configured with up to 32GB. Memory bandwidth reaches up to 170GB/s.

Up to 24 hours of battery life

Apple says the new 14-inch MacBook Pro delivers up to 24 hours of battery life, the longest ever in a Mac.

The company claims users upgrading from an Intel-based MacBook Pro can gain up to 14 additional hours of battery life. Those moving from an M1-powered model can expect up to four additional hours.

The laptop supports fast charging, allowing it to reach up to 50 percent battery capacity in 30 minutes when paired with a compatible higher-wattage USB-C power adapter, such as Apple’s 96W adapter.

Liquid Retina XDR display and improved connectivity

The new MacBook Pro retains its 14-inch Liquid Retina XDR display, which offers up to 1,600 nits of peak HDR brightness and a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio.

Apple also offers an optional nano-texture display finish designed to reduce reflections and glare in challenging lighting conditions.

For video calls, the laptop features a 12-megapixel Center Stage camera with Desk View. A three-microphone array and six-speaker sound system with Spatial Audio round out its audiovisual features.

Connectivity receives an upgrade with Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6. The laptop also includes three Thunderbolt 4 ports, an HDMI port, a MagSafe 3 charging port, an SDXC card slot, and a headphone jack. It supports up to two external displays.

The MacBook Pro is available in space black and silver.

macOS 27 and sustainability

The new MacBook Pro runs macOS 27, which brings improvements to system performance, search, and the overall user experience.

Apple has also refined the operating system’s Liquid Glass interface, adding options to adjust its transparency and appearance. Updates to Spotlight, Photos, Mail, Safari, Maps, Notes, and Podcasts aim to make everyday tasks more responsive and convenient.

The laptop continues Apple’s sustainability efforts. Its enclosure uses 100 percent recycled aluminum, while the device contains 45 percent recycled material overall. The battery uses 100 percent recycled cobalt, and multiple capacitors use 100 percent recycled tantalum.

Apple says the new MacBook Pro is manufactured using renewable electricity across its supply chain and is designed to be durable and repairable.

MacBook Pro with M6 pricing and availability

The new 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6 starts at US$1,999 in the United States. Education pricing starts at US$1,899.

Pre-orders in the US and 34 other countries and regions begin on October 28, 2026. The laptop will arrive at customers’ doors and Apple Stores, as well as authorized resellers, starting November 6.

In the Philippines, the 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6 starts at PHP 144,990. Eligible students and educators can purchase it at the education price of PHP 137,990.

In Singapore, the new 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6 starts at SGD 2,699, with education pricing starting at SGD 2,499. Customers can order the new MacBook Pro soon through the Apple Store online and the Apple Store app in Singapore. Availability details are available through Apple’s local store.

Apple says the new MacBook Pro will be available soon through the Philippine Apple Store online and Apple Authorized Resellers. Local availability details have yet to be announced.

It’s not every day that you come across a machine that looks good and plays even better. Oftentimes, subtle aesthetics take a back seat to sheer performance and power. Whenever a gaming machine looks sleeker, it seems to lack the power to push it forward. Simply put, you can’t have the best of both worlds these days.

But what if you could have it all? Not just money, fame, and other fortunes, but also a machine with everything you’re looking for! Gone are the days of wanting only power to keep you playing all day or wanting to look good while playing. On paper, this is what the HP OMEN Max 16 promises: the best of both worlds.

Unboxing a beast inside

When you first take it out of the box, the HP OMEN Max 16 looks unassuming in its overall design. It’s bulky yet sleek in its Shadow Black colorway, with nothing too fancy or flashy while powered down. From the outside, the machine screams premium, even though its dark color can attract more visible dirt than lighter finishes.

Opening it up reveals a 16-inch OLED display with a peak refresh rate of 240Hz, seamlessly connected to a base with a full-sized keyboard and a large trackpad. The bright, seemingly anti-glare display makes colors pop when watching or editing videos on the go.

Furthermore, HP places the ports in convenient spots along the rear and sides of the laptop. This makes it incredibly easy to set up and manage external peripherals while providing more room for ventilation under heavy loads.

Of course, the device’s biggest features lie in the hardware powering it from within. An Intel Core Ultra 9 processor, 32GB of RAM, and an NVIDIA RTX 5090 Laptop GPU should give you an idea of how well this machine can perform. It’s also a great combination for demanding productivity tasks and creative work!

Power that AI can only hope to replicate

The HP OMEN Max 16 lived up to many of our expectations in terms of performance. From startup to shutdown, it delivered on what its hardware promised. You can watch videos for longer, edit photos and videos to your heart’s content, and enjoy casual gaming without slowing down. Furthermore, the wide display gives you plenty of space to accommodate all these activities.

When you step up to more competitive gaming, the machine doesn’t miss a beat. Most titles deliver high frame rates regardless of the quality or performance settings you choose. With more advanced visual settings enabled, the RTX 5090 does a fantastic job of keeping supported games within a solid 40–50 FPS range. Pair it with a high-refresh-rate OLED display, and you get crisp details and faster input response to help you get ahead in ranked games all day long.

If there’s one thing to complain about, it’s the extra optimization required through the OMEN Gaming Hub. Features such as network prioritization, automatic power-mode switching, and system optimization are useful, but you’ll need to spend time configuring them during initial setup. The laptop also comes with OMEN AI, which promises to maximize FPS with a single click. However, it was only okay at best.

Runs longer, cools off smoother

Surely, a gaming laptop this bulky and powerful can’t last that long on battery, right? Well, the HP OMEN Max 16 averages around three hours of battery life during intensive gaming, which gives you a decent amount of playing time. For general use, battery life extends to around five and a half hours with Balanced power settings. It holds up reasonably well if you forget to bring your charger.

When you do have the massive 330W charger with you, charging doesn’t take too long either. During our tests, a full charge took two hours, with charging progressing slightly faster when we left the laptop idle. Charging the battery to 50% took around 20 minutes, giving you enough juice to squeeze in another game!

Another factor in prolonged use is how the device expels hot air through its sides and rear. We touched on this earlier, but it bears repeating: the laptop provides plenty of ventilation through its vapor chamber and multiple external vents. Instead of directing heat toward the keyboard, it pushes hot air through the vents, where it can hit your hands or peripherals. At least the keyboard stays cooler, right?

Is this your GadgetMatch?

At PHP 229,990, the HP OMEN Max 16 is a sleek-looking machine with incredible power under the hood. Despite its initial bulk, it delivers impressive performance for both casual and competitive gamers. Inside and out, it packs plenty of hardware and features to let you tailor the experience to your needs.

If you’re looking for a gaming laptop with decent battery life, this is a solid choice, but don’t expect it to last half a day. Of course, you wouldn’t use this machine entirely on its own, even if the unboxing experience might suggest otherwise.

Peripherals such as the HyperX Cloud Alpha Air and Solocast 2 Pro can further enhance the experience.

Overall, this is a Swipe Right for its features, performance, and premium design. However, if you don’t have an infinite money glitch to buy it right now, you’re better off saving up for this beast of a machine!

ASUS has introduced the ProArt P14 and P16, two creator laptops powered by NVIDIA RTX Spark. They combine high-capacity unified memory, RTX graphics, and AI tools to help creators and developers run demanding workloads locally.

The new laptops pair NVIDIA’s Blackwell RTX GPU and Grace CPU architecture with up to 128GB of unified memory. ASUS says the platform delivers up to one petaflop of AI performance, enabling users to run large AI models and generative workflows without relying entirely on cloud services.

Portable workstations for creators

The ProArt P16 measures 12.9mm thick and weighs 1.77kg, making it the thinnest 16-inch ProArt laptop to date. The ProArt P14 measures 13.9mm thick and weighs 1.48kg, making it the lightest ProArt laptop currently available.

Both models feature ASUS Lumina Pro OLED displays with a 120Hz variable refresh rate, Delta E<1 color accuracy, and peak brightness of up to 1,600 nits. The P16 supports up to 4K resolution with NVIDIA G-SYNC, while the P14 offers up to 3K resolution.

The P16 packs a 99Wh battery, while the P14 has a 90Wh battery. Both laptops also feature high-speed connectivity and haptic touchpads designed for photo editing, video production, and 3D modeling.

Run AI workflows locally

The ProArt P14 and P16 support local AI workloads through NVIDIA’s CUDA ecosystem and RTX acceleration. Their unified memory configurations allow users to run larger AI models and more complex generative workflows directly on their laptops.

ASUS also offers several creative and productivity tools. MuseTree supports local image generation using FLUX and WAN models, while StoryCube uses AI to organize media and manage creative assets. Zenni Claw provides an AI assistant for everyday productivity, content management, and ASUS device controls.

Users can also work with third-party tools such as ComfyUI and Hermes Agent. The laptops support hybrid workflows, allowing creators to switch between local processing and cloud-based services based on their performance, privacy, and project requirements.

Pricing and availability

The ASUS ProArt P14 and P16 are now available at select ASUS Exclusive Stores, including locations in Glorietta, SM Makati, SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall, and SM North EDSA.

Here are the available configurations and their suggested retail prices:

• ASUS ProArt P14 (32GB RAM, 1TB SSD): PhP 224,995
• ASUS ProArt P16 (48GB RAM, 1TB SSD): PhP 269,995
• ASUS ProArt P16 (128GB RAM, 1TB SSD): PhP 429,995

The 128GB ProArt P16 configuration is available by special order.

Both laptops include three months of Adobe Creative Cloud and Google AI Pro with 5TB of cloud storage. Buyers also receive a lifetime license for Office 2024 Home, one year of Microsoft 365 Basic with 100GB of cloud storage, and up to 700GB of ASUS cloud storage.

ASUS includes a three-year local and international warranty with local on-site support, a 14-day extended replacement policy, up to six free device-cleaning claims, and one year of accidental damage protection.