Apple MacBook Pro 16.2" M4 Pro Silver 2024
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
What Buyers Say
Apple MacBook Pro 16.2" M4 Pro Silver 2024
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this MacBook Pro, praising its performance for professional tasks like video editing and graphic design, as well as the return of useful ports like an SD card slot and additional USB-C ports. The nano-texture display option and fast processing speeds are also highlighted. However, a minor annoyance is the magnetic power connector, which can disconnect when moving the laptop.
Pros
- Excellent performance for professional tasks
- Return of useful ports (SD card slot, USB-C)
- Nano-texture display option
- Fast processing speeds
- Great for video editing and graphic design
Cons
- Magnetic power connector disconnects easily
- No 2 TB SSD option within budget
- Lack of USB-A ports
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
The MSI Raider GE68HX is praised for its blazing speed, smooth performance, and stunning display, making it ideal for gaming and demanding tasks. Users love the extensive customization options and futuristic design, though they note the fans can get loud under full load and the laptop is quite heavy. Battery life is decent for normal use but drains quickly during high-performance gaming. Overall, the pros far outweigh the cons for most reviewers.
Pros
- Blazing fast performance
- Smooth gaming experience
- Stunning display quality
- Extensive customization options
- Futuristic design
Cons
- Loud fans under full load
- Heavy and bulky design
- Battery drains quickly during gaming
Scores
Specifications
| Apple MacBook Pro 16.2" M4 Pro | MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M4 Pro | Intel Core i9 14900HX★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 14 | 24★ |
| Frequency | — | 2.2 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 36 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Apple (20-Core) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated★ | discrete |
| VRAM | — | 8 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | Unified | GDDR6★ |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 48 GB★ | 32 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 2 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16.2" | 16" |
| Resolution | 3456 px | 3840 px★ |
| Panel | Mini-LED | Mini-LED |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 1600 nits★ | — |
| Color Gamut | Wide color (P3) | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 3★ | 2 |
| USB Ports | 0 | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 5 | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | HDMI | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | No | Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 2.20 kg★ | 2.75 kg |
| Battery | 100 Wh | 100 Wh |
| OS | macOS | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Apple MacBook Pro 16.2" M4 Pro Silver 2024
- Strong social proof (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong screen (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong reliability (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong ram (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average portability (11th percentile)11th %ile
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
- Strong port selection (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong screen (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong storage (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong cpu (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average portability (9th percentile)9th %ile
Verdict
Scores 81 overall, wins 6 of 8 usage categories and 5 of 30 specs.