MSI VenturePro 16" A2RWFTG-038US vs Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max
MSI VenturePro 16" A2RWFTG-038US 2026, Core 9 270H, 32GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060, Solid Gray
MSI
61 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
MSI VenturePro 16" A2RWFTG-038US 2026, Core 9 270H, 32GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060, Solid Gray
No customer feedback yet
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
| MSI VenturePro 16" A2RWFTG-038US | Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core 9 270H | Apple M4 Max★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 14 | 16★ |
| Frequency | 2.7 GHz★ | — |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 | Apple (40-Core)★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | integrated★ |
| VRAM | 8 GB★ | — |
| VRAM Type | GDDR7 | System Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB | 64 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | LPDDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 1 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16" | 14.2" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 3024 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | Mini-LED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | — | 1600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 3★ |
| USB Ports | 2★ | 0 |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 5 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1x HDMI Output |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.90 kg | 1.60 kg★ |
| Battery | 55 Wh | 72 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | macOS |
Pros & Cons
MSI VenturePro 16" A2RWFTG-038US 2026, Core 9 270H, 32GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060, Solid Gray
- Strong gpu (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong ram (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong cpu (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong storage (79th percentile)
- Below average portability (23rd percentile)
- Below average affordability (28th percentile)
- Below average social proof (33rd 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
MSI VenturePro 16" A2RWFTG-038US 2026, Core 9 270H, 32GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060, Solid Gray0.040score per dollar
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Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black0.025score per dollar
MSI VenturePro 16" A2RWFTG-038US 2026, Core 9 270H, 32GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060, Solid Gray offers 1.6x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max
Scores 96 overall, wins 6 of 8 usage categories and 13 of 30 specs.