Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max Space Black 2024
Lenovo E Series 14" E14 Gen 7 Eclipse Black 2024
What Buyers Say
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max Space Black 2024
The MacBook Pro M4 Max is widely praised as a powerful workhorse, handling heavy photo and video editing tasks with ease. Users highlight its smooth performance, fast file processing, and seamless integration with the Apple ecosystem. The laptop is considered a great value, especially when opting for the Pro over the Max model. Shipping and customer service from B&H are also commended.
Pros
- Powerful performance for heavy tasks
- Fast file processing
- Seamless Apple ecosystem integration
- Great value for money
- Smooth video editing
Cons
- No Nano-Texture display option in this config
Lenovo E Series 14" E14 Gen 7 Eclipse Black 2024
The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 7 AMD is widely praised for its solid build quality, comfortable keyboard, and reliable performance for everyday business and academic tasks. Users appreciate the repairability and upgradability, though some report initial issues with Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or fingerprint sensors. Battery life and value for money are consistently highlighted as strong points, while the display is considered adequate but not exceptional for creative work.
Pros
- Solid build quality
- Comfortable keyboard
- Good battery life
- Reliable performance
- Repairability and upgradability
Cons
- Initial Bluetooth issues
- Wi-Fi connectivity problems
- Fingerprint sensor inconsistency
- Mediocre display for creative work
- Slow customer support response
Scores
Specifications
| Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | Lenovo E Series 14" E14 Gen 7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M4 Max★ | AMD Ryzen 5 230 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 14★ | 6 |
| Frequency | — | 3.5 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 16 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Apple (32-Core)★ | AMD Radeon 760M |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | System Shared | Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 36 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB★ | 512 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2" | 14" |
| Resolution | 3024 px★ | 1920 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED★ | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 1600 nits★ | 300 nits |
| Color Gamut | 100% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 | 45% NTSC |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 3★ | 2 |
| USB Ports | 0 | 2★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 5 | USB 4 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI Output | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Ethernet | — | RJ-45 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.60 kg | 1.41 kg★ |
| Battery | 72 Wh★ | 48 Wh |
| OS | macOS | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max Space Black 2024
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong reliability (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong storage (94th percentile)94th %ile
Lenovo E Series 14" E14 Gen 7 Eclipse Black 2024
- Strong port selection (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong reliability (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong portability (80th percentile)80th %ile
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 14 of 29 specs.