Apple Vision Pro with M5 chip announced: Specs, price, features and more

Apple has officially unveiled the next-generation Apple Vision Pro, now powered by the M5 chip. The upgraded headset promises faster performance, smoother visuals, enhanced AI workflows, and extended battery life. The new Vision Pro also ships with the Dual Knit Band, designed for better comfort and balance, and runs on visionOS 26, which brings new spatial experiences, interactive environments, and improved Apple Intelligence features.

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The Apple Vision Pro with M5 chip is available for pre-order now, starting later this month across major Apple Stores. Here’s all you need to know about the Apple Vision Pro with M5.

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Apple Vision Pro with M5 design

The new Apple Vision Pro with M5 sports a Dual Knit Band with a two-strap system comprising a 3D-knitted upper and lower section. The lower strap features tungsten inserts for stability, while the Fit Dial allows for adjustments. It comes in three sizes and is compatible with the previous Vision Pro model.

Apple Vision Pro with M5 specifications

The new Apple Vision Pro is powered by the M5 chip, built on third-generation 3nm technology, with a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU. Apple claims the new GPU architecture makes lighting, shadows, and reflections in games like Control look more realistic than ever.

The upgraded micro-OLED display is said to deliver 10% more pixels, resulting in sharper text and visuals. Vision Pro also supports refresh rates up to 120Hz for smoother motion and reduced blur, especially during Mac Virtual Display use.

A dedicated R1 chip offers real-time sensor input from 12 cameras, five sensors, and six microphones, refreshing images within just 12 milliseconds. In terms of battery, it is claimed to offer 2.5 hours for general use and up to 3 hours of video playback on a single charge.

Apple Vision Pro AI features

Additionally, it comes with a 16-core Neural Engine and AI-powered features. The device can also perform tasks like creating Personas, transforming photos into 3D spatial scenes, by using AI-driven enterprise tools. Developers can leverage Apple’s Foundation Models for advanced on-device AI experiences, such as JigSpace, which uses Vision Pro’s AI capabilities to visualise complex datasets in 3D.

Furthermore, the new wearable device will run on Apple’s visionOS 26. Users can watch immersive 180° and 360° videos, and new Apple Immersive experiences, including upcoming NBA games and films from BBC, HYBE, and Red Bull. It also supports the popular iPad games like Sniper Elite 4 and Where Winds Meet. The PlayStation VR2 Sense controller supports motion tracking for the headset.

Also read: Apple iPad Pro with M5 chip officially launched, pre-orders start at Rs 99,900

For professionals, Vision Pro supports creative tools like Pixelmator, Da Vinci Eye, and Keynote, allowing users to work, design, or present in fully immersive 3D environments.

Apple Vision Pro price and availability

The Apple Vision Pro with the M5 chip and Dual Knit Band starts at $3,499 (roughly Rs 3,08,000) in the US. It will be offered in 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB storage variants. Customers can pre-order the new Vision Pro today across major markets, including the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, France, Germany, Hong Kong, and the UAE, while pre-orders for China mainland and Singapore begin on October 17. The headset officially hits Apple Store shelves on October 22 in these regions, with availability in South Korea and Taiwan slated for a later date.

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Himani Jha

Himani Jha is a tech news writer at Digit. Passionate about smartphones and consumer technology, she has contributed to leading publications such as Times Network, Gadgets 360, and Hindustan Times Tech for the past five years. When not immersed in gadgets, she enjoys exploring the vibrant culinary scene, discovering new cafes and restaurants, and indulging in her love for fine literature and timeless music. View Full Profile