Lenovo ThinkPad 16" E16 Gen 2 Black 2024
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M5 Space Black 2025
What Buyers Say
Lenovo ThinkPad 16" E16 Gen 2 Black 2024
The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its performance, display, and value. Users appreciate the responsive touch screen and smooth operation, though some note it is larger and heavier than expected. A few reviewers mention the touchpad buttons as a positive feature, while one criticizes buttonless touchpads. Overall, it is recommended for mid-range gaming and work, with suggestions for upgrades for high-end gaming.
Pros
- Responsive touch screen
- Smooth and fast performance
- Beautiful display
- Excellent value for money
- Good for mid-range gaming and work
Cons
- Larger and heavier than expected
- Touchpad buttons preference may vary
- Not ideal for high-end gaming without upgrades
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M5 Space Black 2025
The 14" MacBook Pro (M5, Space Black) receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from verified purchasers. Users praise its exceptional performance, build quality, and value, especially when bought through B&H Photo. The only minor criticisms are its weight and a delivery issue, but overall it is highly recommended for power users.
Pros
- Exceptional performance
- Great build quality
- Good value for money
- Fast and reliable
- Excellent keyboard
Cons
- Heavy weight
- Delivery issue
Scores
Specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad 16" E16 Gen 2 | Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | AMD Ryzen 5 7535U | Apple M5 ★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 6 | 10★ |
| Frequency | 2.9 GHz★ | — |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | AMD Radeon 660M | Apple (10-Core)★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | Shared | System Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | LPDDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 256 GB | 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 | 45% NTSC | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| USB Ports | 2★ | 0 |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1x HDMI Output |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | No |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.81 kg | 1.50 kg★ |
| Battery | 47 Wh | 72 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | macOS |
Pros & Cons
Lenovo ThinkPad 16" E16 Gen 2 Black 2024
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong reliability (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong port selection (75th percentile)
- Strong screen (68th percentile)
- Below average storage (26th percentile)
- Below average portability (26th percentile)
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M5 Space Black 2025
- Strong social proof (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong reliability (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong port selection (88th percentile)88th %ile
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 14 of 29 specs.