Since Apple began launching Mac models featuring its own processors, predicting the arrival of new models has become simpler. Although there have been occasional surprises over time, like the Mac Studio, Cupertino has largely maintained a steady release pattern.
With the M5 series on the horizon and speculations surrounding a MacBook equipped with the A18 Pro chip, AppleInsider has secured a confidential roadmap detailing Mac models Apple aims to introduce through the conclusion of 2026. The information was sourced from Apple product identifiers.
Here’s what you should know about the confidential roadmap for Mac models:
Multiple Macs are slated for release in late 2025
In line with earlier speculations, Apple intends to unveil the forthcoming generation of its processors, the M5, during the latter half of the year. This implies the company is set to debut the new M5, M5 Pro, and M5 Max chips. Here’s what AppleInsider has revealed:
– J714c: MacBook Pro 14-inch featuring an M5 Max chip
– J714s: MacBook Pro 14-inch featuring an M5 Pro chip
– J716c: MacBook Pro 16-inch featuring an M5 Max chip
– J716s: MacBook Pro 16-inch featuring an M5 Pro chip
In addition to these anticipated Macs, Apple has been developing an M5-equipped iMac identified as J833ct. There is also an M5 Pro Mac mini in the works under the identifier J873s. While the publication has located the identifier for the base-model M5 Mac mini, it anticipates its release as well.
Lastly, Apple may be aiming to introduce a new Mac Pro by year’s end. Identified as J704, it remains uncertain whether the company will opt for the M3 Ultra or an M5 Ultra chip, as Apple typically requires additional months to reveal its most powerful processor.
These Macs are expected in early 2026
In early 2026, Apple is preparing to launch two new MacBook Air models. The leaked Mac roadmap indicates the arrival of new 13-inch and 15-inch variants with identifiers J713 and J715.
