Discussion around Apple’s M6 MacBook Pro has picked up again, particularly because of rumors that it could introduce an OLED display when it arrives as early as late 2026, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. However, before that happens, Apple is widely expected to unveil MacBook Pro models powered by the M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, possibly within the next few weeks. That timing puts buyers in a tricky position: should you buy the upcoming M5 MacBook Pro, or hold out for the more radical M6 generation?
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Even if Apple manages to keep OLED costs under control, there’s still the issue of rising memory prices. RAM costs have climbed sharply worldwide, prompting questions about how long Apple can shield customers from higher component expenses. While Apple likely has long-term supply agreements in place, unusual market pressures could still lead to price changes. The company has adjusted pricing in the past, and the current memory shortage makes future increases a real possibility.
The final concern is the risk that comes with first-generation redesigns. Apple is generally cautious, but history shows that early versions of new products can stumble. Apple Maps, the first Vision Pro headset, and even the 2016 MacBook Pro—with its problematic butterfly keyboard and later “flexgate” display issue—are reminders that early adopters sometimes pay the price.
Since the M6 MacBook Pro would likely mark Apple’s first OLED laptop display and its first touchscreen MacBook, there’s a strong case for waiting until a second-generation model refines the concept.
That said, none of these concerns are guaranteed to materialize. The M6 MacBook Pro could end up being a runaway success. If you have the budget and want the latest features regardless of cost, it may still be an attractive option. But given the uncertainties around pricing, component supply, and first-gen hardware risks, it’s understandable why many buyers might view the M5 MacBook Pro as the safer—if less exciting—choice.
