HP TPN-Q278_599J4AV

HP TPN-Q278_599J4AV

HP
57 Overall Score
vs
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Pro Silver 2024

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Pro Silver 2024

Apple
96 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

HP TPN-Q278_599J4AV

84 out of 100 low confidence 6 reviews

Users report that this laptop performs exceptionally well for gaming, with fast load times and powerful internal fans that prevent overheating. It is praised as a great value for the price, suitable for both gaming and work, though some note that the battery life is mediocre. A few users also mentioned an issue with Windows 11 not being activated upon arrival.

Pros
  • Fast gaming performance
  • Good value for money
  • Effective cooling system
  • Decent screen size and design
  • Good sound quality
Cons
  • Mediocre battery life
  • Windows 11 not activated on delivery
  • Short review on activation issue
👍 Performance 4
👍 Value for money 4
👍 Build quality and design 2
👍 Cooling 1
👎 Battery life 2
👎 Software activation issue 1

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Pro Silver 2024

95 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews

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
👍 Performance 6
👍 Photo video editing 3
👍 Upgrade from intel 3
👍 Shipping speed 2
👍 Travel suitability 2
🤔 Ram upgrade 2

Scores

Student
HP
52
Apple
98
Business
HP
51
Apple
98
Entertainment
HP
57
Apple
96
Developer
HP
55
Apple
95
Compact
HP
46
Apple
91
Creator
HP
63
Apple
75
Ai Llm
HP
29
Apple
71
Gaming
HP
66
Apple
57

Specifications

HP TPN-Q278_599J4AVApple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Pro
Processor
CPU*Intel Core i5 12450HApple M4 Pro★
CPU Multi-Core Score
15,949
37,975
Cores812★
Frequency1.5 GHz★—
L3 Cache12 MB★—
Graphics
GPU*NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050★Apple (16-Core)
GPU Benchmark Score
12,003
11,417
Typediscreteintegrated★
VRAM4 GB★—
VRAM TypeGDDR6★Unified
Memory & Storage
RAM16 GB48 GB★
RAM GenerationDDR4LPDDR5X★
Storage 11 TB1 TB
Storage 1 TypeNVMe SSDNVMe SSD
Display
Size15.6"14.2"
Resolution—3024 px★
PanelIPSMini-LED★
Refresh Rate144 Hz★120 Hz
Brightness250 nits1600 nits★
Color Gamut—100% DCI-P3
Connectivity
USB-C Ports13★
USB Ports2★0
Thunderbolt—Thunderbolt 5
HDMIHDMI 2.1HDMI
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 6E★
BluetoothBluetoothBluetooth 5.3★
EthernetRJ-45—
Physical
Weight2.29 kg1.60 kg★
Battery41 Wh72 Wh★
OSWindows 11 PromacOS

Pros & Cons

HP TPN-Q278_599J4AV

  • Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
  • Strong storage (80th percentile)80th %ile
  • Strong gpu (75th percentile)
  • Strong user sentiment (73rd percentile)
  • Below average portability (30th percentile)
  • Below average reliability (33rd percentile)

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

Verdict

★ Winner: Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Pro

Scores 96 overall, wins 7 of 8 usage categories and 14 of 30 specs.

HP TPN-Q278_599J4AV Better at:

Gaming

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Pro Better at:

Ai LlmCompactCreatorStudentBusinessDeveloperEntertainment