Microsoft Surface Laptop 13.8" 7th Edition 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Black
Microsoft
69 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
Microsoft Surface Laptop 13.8" 7th Edition 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Black
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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
| Microsoft Surface Laptop 13.8" 7th Edition | Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-84-100 | Apple M4 Max★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 12 | 16★ |
| Frequency | 3.4 GHz★ | — |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Qualcomm Adreno | Apple (40-Core)★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | Shared | System Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB | 64 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 1 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13.8" | 14.2" |
| Resolution | 2304 px | 3024 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | Mini-LED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | 600 nits | 1600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | sRGB | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| USB Ports | 1★ | 0 |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 | Thunderbolt 5 |
| HDMI | — | 1x HDMI Output |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.34 kg★ | 1.60 kg |
| Battery | 54 Wh | 72 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | macOS |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Laptop 13.8" 7th Edition 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Black
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong portability (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong screen (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong reliability (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average gpu (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average affordability (28th 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
Pricing
Microsoft Surface Laptop 13.8" 7th Edition 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Black0.035score per dollar
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Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black0.024score per dollar
Microsoft Surface Laptop 13.8" 7th Edition 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Black offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max
Scores 96 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 11 of 28 specs.