Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Pro Silver 2024
HP EliteBook 14" 840 G9 Silver 2022
What Buyers Say
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Pro Silver 2024
The 14-inch MacBook Pro with M4 Pro chip and 48GB RAM is overwhelmingly praised for its speed and power, especially for photo and video editing. Users highlight the massive performance leap over Intel-based Macs, fast shipping from B&H, and its suitability as a travel laptop. The only minor note is that some consider the RAM upgrade overkill, but overall sentiment is extremely positive.
Pros
- Blazing fast performance
- Excellent for photo and video editing
- Huge upgrade over Intel Macs
- Lightweight and compact for travel
- Fast shipping from B&H
Cons
- RAM upgrade may be overkill for some
- Limited to 1TB storage in reviewed config
HP EliteBook 14" 840 G9 Silver 2022
This HP EliteBook receives generally positive marks for its lightweight and compact design, powerful Intel Core i7 processor, and generous 2 TB SSD storage. Users appreciate the available USB and HDMI ports, though the lack of a touch screen is noted as a minor drawback. Overall, it is seen as a capable business laptop with good build quality.
Pros
- Lightweight design
- Powerful Intel Core i7 processor
- Generous 2 TB SSD storage
- USB and HDMI ports
- Compact form factor
Cons
- No touch screen
Scores
Specifications
| Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Pro | HP EliteBook 14" 840 G9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M4 Pro★ | Intel Core i7 1265U |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 12★ | 10 |
| Frequency | — | 1.8 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 12 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Apple (16-Core)★ | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | Unified | Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 48 GB★ | 32 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5X★ | — |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 2 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2" | 14" |
| Resolution | 3024 px★ | 1920 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED★ | — |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | — |
| Brightness | 1600 nits★ | — |
| Color Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 3★ | 2 |
| USB Ports | 0 | 2★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 5 | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | HDMI | HDMI 1.4b |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.60 kg | 1.36 kg★ |
| Battery | 72 Wh★ | — |
| OS | macOS | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Pro Silver 2024
- Strong social proof (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong reliability (98th percentile)98th %ile
HP EliteBook 14" 840 G9 Silver 2022
- Strong storage (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong portability (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong ram (73rd percentile)
- Strong port selection (72nd percentile)
- Below average social proof (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average screen (21st percentile)
- Below average reliability (33rd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 13 of 28 specs.