Key Takeaways
1. The XMG Apex 16 Max features the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti and AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX, offering excellent gaming performance at a reasonable price.
2. The XMG Pro 16 model has similar specs but uses the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, supports up to 128 GB of RAM, and includes Thunderbolt 5, but costs about €100 more.
3. The AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX has slightly better performance and lower power consumption compared to the Intel chip.
4. Both laptops can be equipped with the same display options (IPS or Mini-LED).
5. The Apex 16 Max is the better choice for gamers focused on performance and cost, while the Pro 16 is ideal if 128 GB RAM or Thunderbolt 5 is necessary.
We just took a look at the XMG Apex 16 Max gaming laptop. This machine comes with the top-tier GeForce RTX 5070 Ti and the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX, delivering outstanding gaming performance. While you do miss out on certain features like Advanced Optimus and Wi-Fi 7, this doesn’t really impact gaming, and the price tag feels quite reasonable. On the other hand, XMG has the Pro 16 model, which is quite similar, featuring the 5070 Ti paired with the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX. This one can handle up to 128 GB of RAM (compared to AMD’s 96 GB) and includes Thunderbolt 5 support, but it costs about €100 more. So, which one is the better choice for gamers?
Power Consumption
The Intel chip (150/135 Watts) may use a bit more power compared to the AMD variant (135/130 Watts), however, the Ryzen 9 9955HX still edges out in our CPU benchmarks. In our gaming tests, the Ryzen model also shows a slight lead, although the difference isn’t very big. It’s worth noting that the Apex 16 Max had a newer driver version, which can positively influence gaming performance.
Conclusion
In conclusion, if pure performance is your main concern, the Apex 16 Max with the AMD processor is a bit ahead and is also somewhat cheaper. Both models can be configured with the same IPS or Mini-LED display, so the Pro 16 with the Intel processor is only a sensible choice if you really need 128 GB of RAM and/or Thunderbolt 5 connectivity.