Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver
ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025, Ryzen 9 8940HX, 32GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5070 Ti, Eclipse Gray
Buy the MacBook Pro M4 Max if you're a video editor, photographer, or developer who wants a dead-silent, ultra-bright, color-accurate machine that handles heavy creative work without breaking a sweat.
Buy the ASUS ROG Strix G16 if you're a gamer or 3D creator who wants maximum frame rates and raw GPU power, and you don't mind a thicker chassis and a dimmer screen to get it.
Key Differences
- The ASUS wins on raw performance: its Ryzen 9 8940HX scores 50,127 in multi-core vs the M4 Max's 43,903, and its RTX 5070 Ti GPU hits 22,459 vs 17,798 on the MacBook.
- The MacBook's display is in another league: 3024px resolution, Mini-LED panel, and 1600 nits brightness vs the Strix's 1920px IPS screen at 300 nits. That's over 5x brighter.
- Storage is a huge gap: 4TB on the MacBook vs 1TB on the ASUS. If you work with large video files or game libraries, the MacBook gives you way more room out of the box.
- The Strix has a 165Hz refresh rate vs the MacBook's 120Hz, which matters for competitive gaming even though the MacBook's panel is otherwise superior.
- Customer sentiment is telling: MacBook owners consistently praise real-world editing performance and value, while ASUS buyers are still waiting on real battery life and warranty details, so the Strix is more of a spec-sheet gamble right now.
What Buyers Say
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver
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. Verified buyers consistently note excellent value, especially when opting for the Pro over the Max model, and commend B&H's customer service and shipping process.
Pros
- Powerful performance for heavy tasks
- Smooth handling of photo and video editing
- Fast file import and export
- Seamless Apple ecosystem integration
- Excellent value for money
Cons
- No significant drawbacks mentioned
ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025, Ryzen 9 8940HX, 32GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5070 Ti, Eclipse Gray
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 gaming laptop is highly anticipated for its powerful GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU and generous 64GB DDR5 RAM. Users are curious about its performance in AAA games, upgrade potential, and battery life during intense gaming. The included 1TB docking station raises compatibility questions. Overall, expectations are high but tempered by unknowns about real-world battery and warranty details.
Pros
- Powerful GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU
- Generous 64GB DDR5 RAM
- Large 2TB SSD storage
- Included 1TB docking station
Cons
- Uncertain battery life during gaming
- Unknown warranty details
- Docking station compatibility unclear
- No real-world performance data yet
Scores
Specifications
| Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | ASUS ROG Strix G16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M4 Max | AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 16 | 16 |
| Frequency | — | 2.4 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 16 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Apple (40-Core) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated★ | discrete |
| VRAM | — | 12 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | System Shared | GDDR7 |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 64 GB★ | 32 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 4 TB★ | 1 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2" | 16" |
| Resolution | 3024 px★ | 1920 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED★ | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 1600 nits★ | 300 nits |
| Color Gamut | 100% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 | 100% sRGB |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 3★ | 2 |
| USB Ports | — | 2★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 5 | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI Output | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ | Bluetooth |
| Ethernet | — | 2.5G Ethernet |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.60 kg★ | 2.50 kg |
| Battery | 72 Wh | 90 Wh★ |
| OS | macOS | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong storage (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong reliability (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average affordability (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025, Ryzen 9 8940HX, 32GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5070 Ti, Eclipse Gray
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong gpu (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong cpu (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong ram (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average affordability (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average portability (12th percentile)12th %ile
Pricing
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver
No current pricing available
ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025, Ryzen 9 8940HX, 32GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5070 Ti, Eclipse Gray
Verdict
Scores 99 overall, wins 6 of 8 usage categories and 9 of 30 specs.
