Apple Mac Studio M5 Max, 64GB, 4TB SSD
MSI PRO DP21 PRODP2114M898 2025, Core i7-14700, 16GB, 1TB SSD, Black
What Buyers Say
Apple Mac Studio M5 Max, 64GB, 4TB SSD
Users are overwhelmingly positive about the Mac Studio with M5 Max, praising its performance, especially for media production and 4K editing. The upgrade from older Macs or PCs is seen as a significant improvement, with many noting the speed and capability of the M5 Max chip. Some mention the value of catching it on sale, and the build quality and ecosystem integration are appreciated.
Pros
- Blazing fast M5 Max chip
- Excellent for 4K editing
- Smooth upgrade path
- Good value when on sale
- Reliable Apple build quality
Cons
- Pricey without sale
- Base storage may be limiting
- Latest macOS required for new features
MSI PRO DP21 PRODP2114M898 2025, Core i7-14700, 16GB, 1TB SSD, Black
The MSI PRO DP21 desktop receives high praise from users for its fast and quiet performance, compact design, and ease of setup. Reviewers highlight the Intel Core i7-14700 and 1TB SSD as delivering smooth multitasking and quick boot times, making it ideal for office work and everyday use. The system's reliability and overall value are consistently noted as key strengths.
Pros
- Fast performance
- Quiet operation
- Compact design
- Easy setup
- Reliable and well-built
Cons
- Limited number of reviews available
Scores
Specifications
| Apple Mac Studio M5 Max | MSI PRO DP21 PRODP2114M898 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M5 Max★ | Intel Core i7 14700 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 18 | 20★ |
| Frequency | — | 2.1 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 33 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Apple (40-Core)★ | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM | 64 GB★ | — |
| VRAM Type | System Shared | Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 64 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 4 TB★ | 1 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | mini | sff |
| PSU | 480W★ | 120W |
| Weight | 2.70 kg | 1.52 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 6★ | 2 |
| USB Ports | 2 | 6★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 5 x 4 | — |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.1 | 1 x HDMI |
| DisplayPort | — | 1x DisplayPort |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 6.0 | Bluetooth |
| Ethernet | 10GbE | Gigabit Ethernet |
| System | ||
| OS | macOS | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Apple Mac Studio M5 Max, 64GB, 4TB SSD
- Strong reliability (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong ram (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong storage (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong cpu (96th percentile)96th %ile
MSI PRO DP21 PRODP2114M898 2025, Core i7-14700, 16GB, 1TB SSD, Black
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong cpu (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong social proof (79th percentile)
- Strong port selection (76th percentile)
Pricing
MSI PRO DP21 PRODP2114M898 2025, Core i7-14700, 16GB, 1TB SSD, Black offers 3.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 10 of 26 specs.
