Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 vs Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 Comparison

Laptop to replace

Change

Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025

14.2 inches | October 2025

CHECK PRICE

Change

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6

13.3 inches | May 2025

CHECK PRICE

Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 vs Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 Comparison Overview

Apple MacBook Pro 14...

See at AMAZON

Lenovo ThinkPad X13...

See at AMAZON

Apple MacBook Pro 14...

See at AMAZON

Lenovo ThinkPad X13...

See at AMAZON

In this review, we will be comparing MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 and ThinkPad X13 Gen 6, two laptops from Apple and Lenovo. Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 was introduced to market in October 2025 and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 was launched in May 2025. There is only 5 months difference between MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 and ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

Click for Available Configurations of the Laptops

MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 and ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 are members of Lenovo's series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

Apple Series History

	Release Date	Screen Size	Dimensions	Weight
Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025	October 2025	14.2"	312.6 x 221.2 x 15.5 mm	1.55 kg (3.42 lbs)
Apple MacBook Air 13 M4 2025	March 2025	13.6"	304.1 x 215 x 11.3 mm	1.24 kg (2.73 lbs)
Apple MacBook Air 15 M4 2025	March 2025	15.3"	340.4 x 237.6 x 11.5 mm	1.51 kg (3.33 lbs)
Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024	October 2024	16.2"	355.7 x 248.1 x 16.8 mm	2.14 kg (4.72 lbs)

Here is a brief look at the main features of Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 Key Specs

Launched in October 2025
14.2" Mini LED, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Apple M5 (10-Core)
GPU: Apple M5 GPU (10-Core)
16GB,24GB,32GB Ram
312.6 x 221.2 x 15.5 mm (12.31 x 8.71 x 0.61 inches)
Weight: 1.55 kg (3.42 lbs)

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 Key Specs

Launched in May 2025
13.3" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 5 225H,Intel Core Ultra 5 225U,Intel Core Ultra 5 235U,Intel Core Ultra 7 255H,Intel Core Ultra 7 255U,Intel Core Ultra 7 265U
GPU: Intel Arc 130T
16GB,32GB Ram
299.3 x 207 x 9.85-17.75 mm (11.78 x 8.15 x 0.39-0.7 inches)
Weight: 0.92 kg (2.03 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 and ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 compares and decide which one is better for you.

**This post contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking through my links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Reasons to choose Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 over Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6

Screen-to-Body Ratio	~84.6% vs ~82.8%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	3.4 mm vs 6.4 mm	3 mm thinner bezels
Display Size	14.2 inches vs 13.3 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Refresh Rate	120 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
Contrast Rate	1000000:1 vs 1500:1	more pleasing colors
Screen PPI	254 ppi vs 170 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	3024 x 1964 pixels vs 1920 x 1200 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
Max Brightness	1000 nits vs 400 nits	Brighter Screen
GPU Fabrication Process	3 nm vs 5 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	5.7 TFLOPS vs 3.9 TFLOPS	Flexible cable positions
Charging Port Position	Left, Right vs Left	Better Sound capture
Number of Microphones	3 vs 2	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-C Ports	3x USB 4.0 vs 2x USB 4.0	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No	Easily see the keys under low light
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs No	Larger Touchpad Area
Touchpad Size	13.2 x 8.1 cm vs 11.5 x 7.4 cm

Reasons to choose Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 over Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025

Weight	0.92 kg vs 1.55 kg	0.63 kg lighter
Screen Opening Angle	180° vs 135°	More flexible screen
Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs No	Easily increase the Storage when needed
WiFi Standard	v7 vs v6E	More advanced Wi-fi connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.4 vs v5.3	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Webcam Resolution	2560 x 1440 vs 1920 x 1080	Higher Resolution Camera
Key Travel	1.5 mm vs 1 mm	Better typing feel

Common Strengths of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 and Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025

Launch Dates	October 2025 vs May 2025	Both laptops are recent models
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Dolby Atmos Support	Yes vs Yes	3D Surround Sound Support
Thunderbolt Port	v4 vs v4	Fast data and power transfer via Thunderbolt Port
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable

Common Weaknesses of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 and Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
Upgradable RAM	No vs No	No Option to increase the RAM size

Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 vs Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.55 kg (3.42 lbs)	0.92 kg (2.03 lbs)
Surface Area	691 cm2 (107.2 inches2)	620 cm2 (96 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~84.6%	~82.8%
Side Bezel Thickness	~3.4 mm	~6.4 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.11 kg/inch	0.07 kg/inch
	0.242 lbs/inch	0.154 lbs/inch
Colors	Black, Silver	Black
Cover Opening Angle	135Â°	180Â°

Comparison of the Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 External Dimensions

Weight

MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 weighs 1.55 kg (3.42 lbs), whereas the ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 weighs 0.92 kg (2.03 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Thickness Comparison

Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 is 0.11 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 is 0.07 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 vs Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Apple M5 (10-Core)	Intel Core Ultra 5 225H Intel Core Ultra 5 225U Intel Core Ultra 5 235U Intel Core Ultra 7 255H Intel Core Ultra 7 255U Intel Core Ultra 7 265U
Base Frequency	4.61 GHz	1.7 GHz
Number of Cores	10 (4P + 6E)	14 (4P + 8E)
Number of Threads	10	14
Integrated GPU	Apple M5 (10-core)	Arc Graphics 130T
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm	3 nm

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6.

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Apple M5 GPU (10-Core)	Intel Arc 130T
Boost CLock Frequency	2240 MHz	2200 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)		35 W
Type	Integrated	Integrated
FLOPS	5.7 TFLOPS	3.9 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	System Shared
Memory Type	LPDDR5X	LPDDR5X
Memory Bus	128 bit
Memory Speed	9.6 Gbps	8.4 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	1280	896
TMUs	80	56
ROPs	40	28

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 has a FLOPS value of 5.7 TFLOPS whereas the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 ' has a FLOPS value of 3.9 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 24GB 32GB	16GB 32GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	9600 MHz	8400 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5X	LPDDR5X
Upgradable	No	No
Memory Bus	Custom	PCI-E Gen 5.0 (4x)

Both laptops, the MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 and the ThinkPad X13 Gen 6, come with similar RAM capacities of 16 GB, providing comparable performance in memory-intensive tasks.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M5, 2025)	Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Run smoothly.	✔ Run smoothly.
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✔ Good performance.	✔ Good performance.
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Mixtral, Qwen-14B	✔ Can run natively or with light optimization.	⚠ Can run slowly on CPU with enough RAM and good iGPU.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	⚠ May be possible on Apple Silicon systems with 64–128 GB unified memory using quantized models.	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 MoE Models: Some models like Mixtral 8x7B and Qwen3-30B-A3B use a Mixture of Experts (MoE) design, activating only part of the model during inference. This means they can often run efficiently on laptops with 12–16 GB of VRAM when quantized.

BATTERY

BATTERY	72.4 Wh	41 Wh 54.7 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	No
Charging Port Position	Left, Right	Left
Charge Power	70 / 96 W	65 W
Full Charging Time	1:30 hr
Cable Length	2 meters

Moreover, the MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 boasts a larger battery capacity of 72 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the ThinkPad X13 Gen 6's41 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 4 TB, the MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the ThinkPad X13 Gen 6's max. storage capacity of 2 TB.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB
Upgradable	No	Yes
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 vs Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 has a display size of 14.2".On the other hand, ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 has a smaller 13.3" display.The total usable screen area of the MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 is 585cm² / 91inch² whereas the ThinkPad X13 Gen 6's total usable screen area is 513cm² / 80inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 features a higher pixel density with 254 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Refresh Rate
The MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 offers a higher refresh rate of 120 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Brightness
The MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 offers a higher maximum brightness of 1000 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 vs Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v7, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 (v6E).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 is equipped with 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports. MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 does not have USB-A ports.
Both MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 and ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 have USB Type-C ports. MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 has 3x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Both MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 and ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 are equipped with Thunderbolt 4 ports.

HDMI
Both MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 and ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 feature an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.1) for connecting to external monitors.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025 and ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v6E	v7
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.3	v5.4
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	No	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	3x USB 4.0	2x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	Thunderbolt 4
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes	Optional
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	Yes	No
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes	No