Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max vs Microsoft Surface Laptop 15" 7th Ed

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 Laptop 15" 7th Ed 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Black

Microsoft Surface Laptop 15" 7th Ed 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Black

Microsoft
58 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 Laptop 15" 7th Ed 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Black

No customer feedback yet

Scores

Entertainment
Apple
96
Microsoft
63
Developer
Apple
96
Microsoft
62
Business
Apple
94
Microsoft
64
Compact
Apple
90
Microsoft
63
Student
Apple
90
Microsoft
69
Ai Llm
Apple
86
Microsoft
19
Creator
Apple
76
Microsoft
26
Gaming
Apple
60
Microsoft
14

Specifications

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 MaxMicrosoft Surface Laptop 15" 7th Ed
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
GPU*Apple (40-Core)★Qualcomm Adreno
GPU Benchmark Score
17,798
59
Typeintegratedintegrated
VRAM TypeSystem SharedShared
Memory & Storage
RAM64 GB★16 GB
RAM GenerationLPDDR5LPDDR5X
Storage 11 TB★512 GB
Storage 1 TypeNVMe SSD★SSD
Display
Size14.2"15"
Resolution3024 px★2496 px
PanelMini-LED★IPS
Refresh Rate120 Hz120 Hz
Brightness1600 nits★600 nits
Color Gamut100% DCI-P3—
Connectivity
USB-C Ports3★2
USB Ports01★
ThunderboltThunderbolt 5Thunderbolt 4 x 2
HDMI1x HDMI Output—
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 7★
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3★Bluetooth
Physical
Weight1.60 kg★1.67 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

Microsoft Surface Laptop 15" 7th Ed 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Black

  • Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong screen (89th percentile)89th %ile
  • Strong reliability (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
  • Strong cpu (80th percentile)80th %ile
  • Below average gpu (13th percentile)13th %ile
  • Below average affordability (29th percentile)

Pricing

Microsoft Surface Laptop 15" 7th Ed 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Black is $2,450 cheaper (2.7x less).

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black0.025score per dollar
vs
Microsoft Surface Laptop 15" 7th Ed 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Black0.040score per dollar

Microsoft Surface Laptop 15" 7th Ed 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Black offers 1.6x better value for money

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

Microsoft Surface Laptop 15" 7th Ed 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Black

Verdict

★ Winner: Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max

Scores 96 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 15 of 28 specs.

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max Better at:

Ai LlmGamingCompactCreatorStudentBusinessDeveloperEntertainment