Microsoft Surface Laptop 13.8" EP2-33246 vs Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max
Microsoft Surface Laptop 13.8" EP2-33246 2025, Core Ultra 5 236V, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Platinum
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Laptop 13.8" EP2-33246 2025, Core Ultra 5 236V, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Platinum
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7th Edition is praised for its impressive battery life, with up to 20 hours of video playback and 12 hours of web use, and its lightweight, portable design. Users appreciate the Full HD camera for video conferencing and the modern USB4/Thunderbolt 4 ports. However, the integrated Intel Extreme Graphics may disappoint those expecting dedicated GPU performance for gaming or heavy graphics work.
Pros
- Long battery life
- Lightweight design
- Full HD camera
- Modern USB4/Thunderbolt 4 ports
Cons
- Integrated graphics only
- No dedicated GPU
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black
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
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Laptop 13.8" EP2-33246 | Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 5 236V | Apple M4 Max★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8 | 16★ |
| Frequency | 2.1 GHz★ | — |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel Arc Graphics | Apple (40-Core)★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM | 16 GB★ | — |
| VRAM Type | Shared | System Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 64 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | LPDDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 512 GB | 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 | — | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| USB Ports | 1★ | 0 |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 | Thunderbolt 5 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI | 1x HDMI Output |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.35 kg★ | 1.60 kg |
| Battery | 54 Wh | 72 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | macOS |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Laptop 13.8" EP2-33246 2025, Core Ultra 5 236V, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Platinum
- Strong portability (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong screen (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong reliability (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong gpu (69th percentile)
- Below average affordability (21st percentile)
- Below average social proof (25th 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" EP2-33246 2025, Core Ultra 5 236V, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Platinum offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 12 of 29 specs.