CPU Showdown 2026
Single-Core
M5 Max: 3,450 (GB6). Intel: 3,100. AMD: 2,980.
Multi-Core
AMD: 42,500 (CB2026). Intel: 38,200. M5: 35,800.
Efficiency
M5 at 45W rivals 125W desktop. 2.3x perf/watt lead.
Gaming
AMD 9950X3D: 23% better 1% lows.
Summary
- Productivity: M5/AMD
- Creation: AMD
- Gaming: AMD
- Battery: M5
- Value: Intel
