Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Space Black 2024
MSI Prestige 13.3" PRE13EVOA2088 Stellar Gray 2025
What Buyers Say
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Space Black 2024
Users are very satisfied with the MacBook Pro M4, praising its portability and performance as a photo editing workstation when paired with an external monitor. One reviewer upgraded from an older iMac and found the setup comfortable and effective. Another noted the laptop arrived in perfect condition and earlier than expected, though a backorder delay was initially concerning.
Pros
- Portable and powerful
- Great for photo editing
- Comfortable setup
- Perfect condition on arrival
- Fast shipping
Cons
- Backorder delay
- No info on keyboard backlight
- No info on extended warranty
- Memory not mentioned as upgradable
MSI Prestige 13.3" PRE13EVOA2088 Stellar Gray 2025
The MSI Prestige 13 AI+ Ukiyo-e Edition is widely praised as a stunning piece of art that also delivers exceptional performance. Users love the handcrafted Hokusai-inspired lid, vibrant OLED display, and lightweight design, though some note the glossy screen and fingerprint-prone surfaces as minor drawbacks. Overall, it's seen as a premium, powerful machine ideal for creative professionals and those who value aesthetics.
Pros
- Stunning handcrafted lid design
- Vibrant OLED display
- Lightweight and portable
- Excellent performance
- Long battery life
Cons
- Glossy screen causes glare
- Fingerprint magnet on lid and keys
- Mediocre speakers with weak bass
- Non-upgradeable RAM
- Squishy lid top
Scores
Specifications
| Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 | MSI Prestige 13.3" PRE13EVOA2088 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M4 ★ | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 10★ | 8 |
| Frequency | — | 2.2 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 12 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Apple (10-Core)★ | Intel Arc Graphics |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM | — | 16 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | Unified | Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 24 GB | 32 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5 | LPDDR5X |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB★ | 1 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2" | 13.3" |
| Resolution | 3024 px★ | 2880 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED | OLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 1000 nits★ | — |
| Color Gamut | Wide color (P3) | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 3★ | 2 |
| USB Ports | 0 | 1★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 | Thunderbolt 4 x 2 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ | Bluetooth |
| Ethernet | — | 10/100/1000 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.50 kg | 0.99 kg★ |
| Battery | 72 Wh★ | — |
| OS | macOS | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Space Black 2024
- Strong screen (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong reliability (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong storage (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong social proof (80th percentile)80th %ile
MSI Prestige 13.3" PRE13EVOA2088 Stellar Gray 2025
- Strong portability (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong screen (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (88th percentile)88th %ile
Pricing
MSI Prestige 13.3" PRE13EVOA2088 Stellar Gray 2025 offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 8 usage categories and 12 of 30 specs.