ASUS ROG Strix G16 vs Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max
ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025, Ryzen 9 8940HX, 16GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5070, Gray
ASUS
67 Overall Score
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Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black
Apple
96 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025, Ryzen 9 8940HX, 16GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5070, Gray
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Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black
95 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews
The MacBook Pro M4 Max is widely praised for its exceptional performance, handling heavy photo and video editing tasks with ease. Users highlight its smooth integration with the Apple ecosystem and fast processing of large files. The laptop is considered a great value, with one reviewer noting that the Pro model offers similar power to the Max at a lower price. Customer service and shipping from B&H are also commended.
Pros
- Exceptional performance for photo/video editing
- Seamless Apple ecosystem integration
- Fast processing of large files
- Great value for the price
- Excellent customer service from B&H
Cons
- No negative aspects mentioned
Performance 4
Photo video editing 3
Apple ecosystem 2
Value for money 2
Customer service 2
Shipping experience 2
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Specifications
| ASUS ROG Strix G16 | Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core i9 14900HX | Apple M4 Max★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 16 | 16 |
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz★ | — |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070★ | Apple (40-Core) |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | integrated★ |
| VRAM | 8 GB★ | — |
| VRAM Type | GDDR7 | System Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 64 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | LPDDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 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 | 165 Hz★ | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | 300 nits | 1600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 100% sRGB | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| USB Ports | 2★ | 0 |
| Thunderbolt | USB 4 | Thunderbolt 5 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1x HDMI Output |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Ethernet | 1 x RJ-45 (2.5Gbps) | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 2.31 kg | 1.60 kg★ |
| Battery | 90 Wh★ | 72 Wh |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | macOS |
Pros & Cons
ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025, Ryzen 9 8940HX, 16GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5070, Gray
- Strong cpu (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong gpu (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong port selection (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong storage (79th percentile)
- Below average portability (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average affordability (24th percentile)
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong reliability (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong ram (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average affordability (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
Verdict
Winner: Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max
Scores 96 overall, wins 6 of 8 usage categories and 9 of 30 specs.