Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max vs Dell 14 Plus 14" LCD

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
Dell 14 Plus 14" LCD 2024, Core Ultra 7 258V, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Ice Blue

Dell 14 Plus 14" LCD 2024, Core Ultra 7 258V, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Ice Blue

Dell
67 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

Dell 14 Plus 14" LCD 2024, Core Ultra 7 258V, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Ice Blue

No customer feedback yet

Scores

Entertainment
Apple
96
Dell
72
Developer
Apple
96
Dell
70
Business
Apple
94
Dell
69
Compact
Apple
90
Dell
74
Student
Apple
90
Dell
76
Ai Llm
Apple
86
Dell
32
Creator
Apple
76
Dell
34
Gaming
Apple
60
Dell
22

Specifications

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 MaxDell 14 Plus 14" LCD
Processor
CPU*Apple M4 Max★Intel Core Ultra 7 258V
CPU Multi-Core Score
43,841
18,889
Cores16★8
Frequency—4.8 GHz★
L3 Cache—12 MB★
Graphics
GPU*Apple (40-Core)★Intel Arc Graphics
GPU Benchmark Score
17,798
5,484
Typeintegratedintegrated
VRAM—16 GB★
VRAM TypeSystem SharedShared
Memory & Storage
RAM64 GB★32 GB
RAM GenerationLPDDR5LPDDR5X
Storage 11 TB1 TB
Storage 1 TypeNVMe SSD★SSD
Display
Size14.2"14"
Resolution3024 px★2560 px
PanelMini-LED★IPS
Refresh Rate120 Hz★—
Brightness1600 nits★300 nits
Color Gamut100% DCI-P3100% sRGB
Connectivity
USB-C Ports3★2
USB Ports02★
ThunderboltThunderbolt 5Thunderbolt 4
HDMI1x HDMI Output1x HDMI
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 7★
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3★Bluetooth
Physical
Weight1.60 kg1.55 kg★
Battery72 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

Dell 14 Plus 14" LCD 2024, Core Ultra 7 258V, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Ice Blue

  • Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
  • Strong ram (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
  • Strong screen (85th percentile)85th %ile
  • Strong portability (74th percentile)
  • Below average affordability (28th percentile)
  • Below average reliability (33rd percentile)

Pricing

Dell 14 Plus 14" LCD 2024, Core Ultra 7 258V, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Ice Blue is $2,381 cheaper (2.6x less).

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black0.025score per dollar
vs
Dell 14 Plus 14" LCD 2024, Core Ultra 7 258V, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Ice Blue0.044score per dollar

Dell 14 Plus 14" LCD 2024, Core Ultra 7 258V, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Ice Blue offers 1.8x better value for money

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

Dell 14 Plus 14" LCD 2024, Core Ultra 7 258V, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Ice Blue

Verdict

★ Winner: Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max

Scores 96 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 14 of 29 specs.

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max Better at:

Ai LlmGamingCompactCreatorStudentBusinessDeveloperEntertainment