Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max vs ASUS ROG Strix 18" G814PH-ES94
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black
ASUS ROG Strix 18" G814PH-ES94 2025, Ryzen 9 8940HX, 16GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5050, Eclipse Gray
What Buyers Say
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black
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
ASUS ROG Strix 18" G814PH-ES94 2025, Ryzen 9 8940HX, 16GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5050, Eclipse Gray
Users are very satisfied with this gaming laptop, praising its performance for gaming and speed. The storage capacity and size are also appreciated. Overall, it is considered an excellent purchase.
Pros
- Great gaming performance
- Fast speed
- Sufficient storage
- Perfect size
- Excellent value
Cons
- Limited detailed feedback
- No negative aspects mentioned
Scores
Specifications
| Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | ASUS ROG Strix 18" G814PH-ES94 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M4 Max | AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 16 | 16 |
| Frequency | — | 2.4 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 16 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Apple (40-Core)★ | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated★ | discrete |
| VRAM | — | 8 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | System Shared | GDDR7 |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 64 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 1 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2" | 18" |
| Resolution | 3024 px★ | 1920 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED★ | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 1600 nits★ | 300 nits |
| Color Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | 100% sRGB |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 3★ | 2 |
| USB Ports | 0 | 2★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 5 | USB4 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI Output | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Ethernet | — | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.60 kg★ | 3.00 kg |
| Battery | 72 Wh★ | 55 Wh |
| OS | macOS | Windows 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
ASUS ROG Strix 18" G814PH-ES94 2025, Ryzen 9 8940HX, 16GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5050, Eclipse Gray
- Strong cpu (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong port selection (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average portability (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average affordability (30th percentile)
Pricing
ASUS ROG Strix 18" G814PH-ES94 2025, Ryzen 9 8940HX, 16GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5050, Eclipse Gray offers 1.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 7 of 8 usage categories and 10 of 30 specs.