Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M5 vs Lenovo ThinkPad 15.6" 20RD005HUS
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M5 2025, 32GB, 4TB SSD, Space Black
Lenovo ThinkPad 15.6" 20RD005HUS 2020, Core i5-10210U, 8GB, 256GB SSD, Black
What Buyers Say
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M5 2025, 32GB, 4TB SSD, Space Black
The MacBook Pro M5 receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its speed, smooth performance, and beautiful display. Users upgrading from older models note significant improvements in battery life, keyboard feel, and port selection. A few complaints focus on shipping delays and a minor display issue, but the overall sentiment is highly favorable.
Pros
- Fast performance
- Smooth operation
- Beautiful display
- Great battery life
- Improved keyboard
Cons
- Shipping delays
- Minor display issue
Lenovo ThinkPad 15.6" 20RD005HUS 2020, Core i5-10210U, 8GB, 256GB SSD, Black
The laptop generally performs well for everyday tasks like word processing and web browsing, with good battery life and a decent screen. However, a verified reviewer reported Bluetooth connectivity issues with wireless headphones, and another gave a low rating due to charging problems. The Q&A confirms no touchscreen or stylus support, but a built-in camera and microphone work with Zoom.
Pros
- Good battery life (8-9 hours)
- Quick startup
- Decent screen quality
- Built-in camera and microphone work with Zoom
Cons
- Bluetooth connectivity issues with wireless headphones
- Charging problems reported
- No touchscreen or stylus support
- Speakers may lack for audiophiles
Scores
Specifications
| Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M5 | Lenovo ThinkPad 15.6" 20RD005HUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M5 ★ | Intel Core i5 10210U |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 10★ | 4 |
| Frequency | — | 1.6 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 6 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Apple (10-Core)★ | Intel UHD Graphics |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | System Shared | Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 8 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5★ | DDR4 |
| Storage 1 | 4 TB★ | 256 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2" | 15.6" |
| Resolution | 3024 px★ | 1920 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED★ | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 1600 nits★ | 250 nits |
| Color Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 3★ | 1 |
| USB Ports | 0 | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 | — |
| HDMI | HDMI | HDMI 1.4b |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Ethernet | — | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.50 kg★ | 1.95 kg |
| Battery | 72 Wh★ | 45 Wh |
| OS | macOS | Windows 10 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M5 2025, 32GB, 4TB SSD, Space Black
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong storage (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong reliability (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average affordability (6th percentile)6th %ile
Lenovo ThinkPad 15.6" 20RD005HUS 2020, Core i5-10210U, 8GB, 256GB SSD, Black
- Strong reliability (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average ram (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average cpu (22nd percentile)
- Below average storage (24th percentile)
Pricing
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M5 2025, 32GB, 4TB SSD, Space Black
No current pricing available
Lenovo ThinkPad 15.6" 20RD005HUS 2020, Core i5-10210U, 8GB, 256GB SSD, Black
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 17 of 29 specs.
