Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Pro Silver 2024
Lenovo ThinkPad 14" T14s Gen 5 Gray 2024
What Buyers Say
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Pro Silver 2024
This MacBook Pro is a powerhouse that handles demanding tasks like AI, photo editing, and video editing with ease. Users praise its speed, lightweight design, and quick shipping from B&H. It's a significant upgrade over older Intel models, especially for creative professionals and developers.
Pros
- Blazing fast performance
- Lightweight and compact design
- Excellent for photo and video editing
- Handles AI tasks effortlessly
- Fast shipping from B&H
Cons
- High price point
- RAM upgrade may be overkill for some
Lenovo ThinkPad 14" T14s Gen 5 Gray 2024
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 5 receives generally positive feedback for its build quality and reliability, with many users praising the brand's consistency and longevity. However, some users report compatibility issues with Linux and problems connecting to external displays. Overall, it is seen as a solid, well-constructed laptop suitable for professional and personal use.
Pros
- Build quality
- Brand reliability
- Longevity
- Customer service
- Fast setup
Cons
- Linux compatibility issues
- External display detection problems
Scores
Specifications
| Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Pro | Lenovo ThinkPad 14" T14s Gen 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M4 Pro★ | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 12 | 12 |
| Frequency | — | 1.3 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 12 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Apple (16-Core)★ | Intel Graphics |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | Unified | — |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 48 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5 | LPDDR5X |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB★ | 256 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2" | 14" |
| Resolution | 3024 px★ | 1920 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED★ | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 1600 nits★ | 400 nits |
| Color Gamut | P3 | 45% NTSC |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 3★ | 2 |
| USB Ports | 0 | 2★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 5 | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI Output | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.60 kg | 1.45 kg★ |
| Battery | 72 Wh★ | 58 Wh |
| OS | macOS | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Pro Silver 2024
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong reliability (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong ram (97th percentile)97th %ile
Lenovo ThinkPad 14" T14s Gen 5 Gray 2024
- Strong reliability (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong portability (79th percentile)
- Strong screen (75th percentile)
- Strong port selection (72nd percentile)
- Below average social proof (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average storage (25th percentile)
Pricing
Lenovo ThinkPad 14" T14s Gen 5 Gray 2024 offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 13 of 28 specs.