16" Macbook M1pro or M5

[elite953]

Hello,

I’m considering buying a MacBook Pro 16" with M1 Pro in 2026.
The specific unit I’m looking at has 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, battery health 100% with only 58 cycles, and is in 9/10 condition — offered for ₨320,000 PKR (1100USD).

My primary usage will be:

• Browsing & online activity
• Netflix / streaming
• Office work
• Moderate use of AutoCAD 2023
• Watching movies and TV shows

My question is: Is it worth buying this M1 Pro machine in 2026?
I’m aware that macOS updates for this model are likely to stop around 2028. Should I go ahead with this purchase, or would it be better to spend extra and get a newer machine (e.g., M5 or later) instead?

I’d appreciate your honest advice. Thanks!

 

[elite953]

any suggestions ?

 

[chrono1081]

I would definitely just buy an M5.

 

[UltraAppleFan]

i would agree. maybe just get a base M5....apple refurbished has them although the prices just went up. some retailers may still sell them at the -pre-hike price

 

[JPack]

M5

Nothing you’ve described uses multiple cores. Add to the fact M5 beats M1 Pro significantly in both single and multi core performance.