Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max vs Microsoft Surface Pro 13" EP2-23862

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black

Apple
96 Overall Score
vs
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" EP2-23862 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB, 1TB SSD, Black

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" EP2-23862 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB, 1TB SSD, Black

Microsoft
57 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

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

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" EP2-23862 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB, 1TB SSD, Black

No customer feedback yet

Scores

Entertainment
Apple
96
Microsoft
61
Developer
Apple
96
Microsoft
59
Business
Apple
94
Microsoft
65
Compact
Apple
90
Microsoft
75
Student
Apple
90
Microsoft
69
Ai Llm
Apple
86
Microsoft
17
Creator
Apple
76
Microsoft
25
Gaming
Apple
60
Microsoft
6

Specifications

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 MaxMicrosoft Surface Pro 13" EP2-23862
Processor
CPU*Apple M4 Max★Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-84-100
CPU Multi-Core Score
43,841
24,809
Cores16★12
Frequency—3.4 GHz★
L3 Cache—6 MB★
Graphics
GPUApple (40-Core)★Qualcomm Adreno GPU
GPU Benchmark Score
17,798
No data
Typeintegratedintegrated
VRAM TypeSystem SharedShared
Memory & Storage
RAM64 GB★16 GB
RAM GenerationLPDDR5LPDDR5X
Storage 11 TB1 TB
Storage 1 TypeNVMe SSD★SSD
Display
Size14.2"13"
Resolution3024 px★2880 px
PanelMini-LEDOLED★
Refresh Rate120 Hz120 Hz
Brightness1600 nits★—
Color Gamut100% DCI-P3sRGB and Vivid
Connectivity
USB-C Ports3★2
USB Ports00
ThunderboltThunderbolt 5Thunderbolt 4
HDMI1x HDMI OutputHDMI 2.1
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 7★
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.4★
Physical
Weight1.60 kg0.89 kg★
Battery72 Wh★53 Wh
OSmacOSWindows 11 Home

Pros & Cons

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

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" EP2-23862 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB, 1TB SSD, Black

  • Strong portability (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong screen (96th percentile)96th %ile
  • Strong reliability (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
  • Strong cpu (80th percentile)80th %ile
  • Below average gpu (6th percentile)6th %ile
  • Below average affordability (23rd percentile)

Pricing

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" EP2-23862 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB, 1TB SSD, Black is $2,299 cheaper (2.4x less).

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black0.025score per dollar
vs
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" EP2-23862 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB, 1TB SSD, Black0.036score per dollar

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" EP2-23862 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB, 1TB SSD, Black offers 1.4x better value for money

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" EP2-23862 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB, 1TB SSD, Black

Verdict

★ Winner: Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max

Scores 96 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 11 of 28 specs.

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max Better at:

Ai LlmGamingCompactCreatorStudentBusinessDeveloperEntertainment