HP ProBook 16" 4 G1i vs Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max
HP ProBook 16" 4 G1i 2025, Core Ultra 7 255U, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Pike Silver
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black
What Buyers Say
HP ProBook 16" 4 G1i 2025, Core Ultra 7 255U, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Pike Silver
The HP ProBook 4 G1i receives mixed feedback. While many users praise its speed, display clarity, and overall performance for business tasks, a significant number report serious issues like battery failure, fingerprint reader malfunction, and intrusive pre-installed software. Customer support is frequently criticized as unresponsive or unhelpful, especially regarding delivery and hardware defects.
Pros
- Fast performance
- Clear display quality
- Good for business applications
- Improved keyboard
- Reliable brand reputation
Cons
- Intrusive pre-installed software
- Battery failure within 30 days
- Fingerprint reader malfunction
- Poor customer support responsiveness
- Only 2 USB ports
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black
The MacBook Pro M4 Max is widely praised for its exceptional performance, handling heavy photo and video editing tasks with ease. Users highlight its smooth integration with the Apple ecosystem and fast processing of large files. The laptop is considered a great value, with one reviewer noting that the Pro model offers similar power to the Max at a lower price. Customer service and shipping from B&H are also commended.
Pros
- Exceptional performance for photo/video editing
- Seamless Apple ecosystem integration
- Fast processing of large files
- Great value for the price
- Excellent customer service from B&H
Cons
- No negative aspects mentioned
Scores
Specifications
| HP ProBook 16" 4 G1i | Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 255U | Apple M4 Max★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 12 | 16★ |
| Frequency | 2.0 GHz★ | — |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel Graphics | Apple (40-Core)★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | — | System Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB | 64 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | LPDDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 1 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16" | 14.2" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 3024 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | Mini-LED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 300 nits | 1600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 62.5% sRGB | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| USB Ports | 2★ | 0 |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 | Thunderbolt 5 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1x HDMI Output |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.75 kg | 1.60 kg★ |
| Battery | 56 Wh | 72 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | macOS |
Pros & Cons
HP ProBook 16" 4 G1i 2025, Core Ultra 7 255U, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Pike Silver
- Strong port selection (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong ram (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong storage (79th percentile)
- Strong screen (66th percentile)
- Below average social proof (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average affordability (25th percentile)
- Below average portability (29th percentile)
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong reliability (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong ram (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average affordability (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 13 of 29 specs.