Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 36GB, 8TB SSD, Space Black
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 5 2024, Core Ultra 5 125U, 16GB, 256GB SSD, Gray
What Buyers Say
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 36GB, 8TB SSD, Space Black
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. The laptop is considered a great value, with one reviewer suggesting the Pro model offers similar performance to the Max at a lower price. Overall, customers are highly satisfied with both the product and the purchasing experience.
Pros
- Powerful performance for heavy tasks
- Fast file processing
- Seamless Apple ecosystem integration
- Great value for money
- Smooth and reliable operation
Cons
- No negative aspects mentioned
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 5 2024, Core Ultra 5 125U, 16GB, 256GB SSD, Gray
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 5 receives generally positive feedback for its build quality and reliability, with many users praising the brand's consistency and longevity. However, some users report compatibility issues with Linux and problems connecting to external displays. Overall, it is seen as a solid, well-constructed laptop suitable for professional and personal use.
Pros
- Build quality
- Brand reliability
- Longevity
- Customer service
- Fast setup
Cons
- Linux compatibility issues
- External display detection problems
Scores
Specifications
| Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M4 Max★ | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 14★ | 12 |
| Frequency | — | 1.3 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 12 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Apple (32-Core)★ | Intel Graphics |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | System Shared | — |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 36 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5 | LPDDR5X |
| Storage 1 | 8 TB★ | 256 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2" | 14" |
| Resolution | 3024 px★ | 1920 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED★ | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 1600 nits★ | 400 nits |
| Color Gamut | — | 45% NTSC |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 3★ | 2 |
| USB Ports | 0 | 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★ | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.60 kg | 1.45 kg★ |
| Battery | 72 Wh★ | 58 Wh |
| OS | macOS | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 36GB, 8TB SSD, Space Black
- Strong storage (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong reliability (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average affordability (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 5 2024, Core Ultra 5 125U, 16GB, 256GB SSD, Gray
- Strong reliability (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong portability (78th percentile)
- Strong screen (74th percentile)
- Strong port selection (71st percentile)
- Below average social proof (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average storage (24th percentile)
- Below average affordability (34th percentile)
Pricing
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 36GB, 8TB SSD, Space Black
No current pricing available
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 5 2024, Core Ultra 5 125U, 16GB, 256GB SSD, Gray
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 14 of 28 specs.
