Apple’s next-generation Vision Pro headset is expected to receive a significant power boost, with newly discovered Apple code pointing to an upgrade from the current M2 chip to the upcoming M5. The leak, reported by MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris, suggests the Vision Pro 2 will deliver stronger performance, better efficiency, and longer battery life when it launches, likely in late 2025.
M5 Chip Brings Efficiency & Power
While early reports speculated that the Vision Pro 2 would feature the M4 chip, the code reference now points to the M5. Built on a more advanced silicon process, the M5 is expected to deliver notable computational, graphical, and thermal improvements compared to the M2, which powers the current headset. Users can anticipate longer battery life, less heat under heavy workloads, and smoother multitasking and 3D rendering.
Design Remains Unchanged
Despite the upgrade, the Vision Pro 2 will reportedly keep the same bulky design as the original. Apple may introduce a more comfortable strap for extended wear, but broader design changes will likely have to wait for future generations, once component costs drop and miniaturization technology matures.
Second Generation Advantage
For many buyers, the second iteration of an Apple product often represents the right entry point. While the first Vision Pro established Apple’s mixed-reality platform, the sequel refines it with improved efficiency and fewer first-gen issues. However, those seeking a lighter or more compact design may want to hold off until Apple delivers a true redesign.
Rumor Context & Launch Timing
The code leak also referenced other upcoming Apple devices, such as an iPad mini powered by the A19 Pro and an Apple Watch Series 11 with no major speed boost. For the Vision Pro 2, the shift to the M5 aligns with predictions from some analysts, though others, including Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, have suggested Apple could stick with the M4.
The Vision Pro will be two years old by February 2025, and based on current information, the refreshed Vision Pro 2 with an M5 chip could arrive as soon as late 2025.
