# Refreshed Mac Studio Comes With New M5 Chips, Possible $18,299 Price Tag

> Source: <https://uk.pcmag.com/ai/166897/refreshed-mac-studio-comes-with-new-m5-chips-possible-18299-price-tag>
> Published: 2026-08-25 16:04:28+00:00

Apple is pitching the high-end Mac desktop for users interested in running AI locally. But expect to pay exorbitant prices; an M5 Ultra version starts at $5,499 and goes up from there.

As part of today's Mac refresh, Apple is updating its higher-end Mac Studio with new M5 Max and M5 Ultra processors. It promises a "monumental leap in AI performance," but buyers should brace for sky-high pricing.