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Apple’s Entire M5 Mac Lineup Leaked: From​ macbook Air to iMac – Launch Timelines Revealed

Breaking: details of Apple’s forthcoming ⁢M5 chip-powered Mac lineup⁢ have surfaced, outlining specifications, model numbers, and anticipated launch windows ⁤for a comprehensive refresh across the product range. The new chips are expected ⁤to deliver significant performance gains, particularly in graphics processing.

Initial benchmarks of the M5 ⁤chip,as seen in recent iPad Pro testing,indicate a significant GPU performance increase over the M4. Apple ‍is reportedly focusing⁣ on enhancing graphics capabilities with this generation, with minimal expected changes to overall design.

MacBook Air M5 (J813, J815):‌ Early 2026 Arrival

The MacBook Air M5 is slated for release in early 2026, coinciding with the expected launch of macOS⁣ 26.2. Two models are identified in ‌leaked code: the 13-inch (J813) and 15-inch (J815) versions.‍ Apple intends to maintain the current ⁣design featuring a ​slim aluminum chassis,MagSafe 3,and Liquid ‍Retina display. The M5 chip, built on⁤ an optimized 3nm process, is projected to offer a moderate ​CPU performance boost and improved energy efficiency, possibly extending battery life. A slight price increase is anticipated in the US, building on the⁢ current M4 model’s starting price⁤ of $999. Apple ⁣is also reportedly considering a more ‌affordable MacBook option‍ utilizing a Pro chipset from the iPhone line.

MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max (J714, J716): Spring 2026 Powerhouse

The MacBook Pro models equipped with the M5 Pro and M5 Max (internal⁣ designations J714 and J716) are scheduled for a spring 2026 release alongside macOS ​26.3. These chips will leverage TSMC’s SoIC-MH packaging, enabling separate handling of CPU‌ and GPU ⁤blocks for more scalable performance and potentially increased GPU core counts. Demonstrations of the M4 chip’s capabilities⁢ in demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 highlight the​ potential for even better gaming performance with a​ more powerful GPU. While no major ⁢design‌ changes ⁤are expected, an OLED model with a touch display is not ⁤anticipated until later ​in 2026.

Desktop Updates: Mac Mini, Mac Studio, and⁢ iMac (J873s, J775c, J833ct)

Desktop Macs will also ‍receive M5 upgrades, expected in mid-2026 and potentially unveiled ‌at WWDC 2026 alongside macOS 26.4. Leaked models include the Mac Mini M5 (J873s / ​J873g), Mac Studio M5 (J775c / J775d), and iMac M5 (J833ct).