Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max vs MSI Thin THINA15B7461
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black
MSI Thin THINA15B7461 2025, Core i5-13420H, 16GB, 512GB SSD, RTX 4060, Grau
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
MSI Thin THINA15B7461 2025, Core i5-13420H, 16GB, 512GB SSD, RTX 4060, Grau
The MSI laptop receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its performance, value, and build quality. Users praise its fast startup, smooth gaming, and suitability for both work and play. However, one verified buyer reported a defective unit with a scratched surface and non-functional software, and another noted poor battery life and a buggy MSI Center app. Overall, most reviewers are satisfied, especially considering the price.
Pros
- Fast startup and game loading
- Great value for money
- Smooth gaming performance
- Sturdy build quality
- Good size and weight
Cons
- Poor battery life (approx. 1 hour)
- Buggy MSI Center software
- Defective unit reported (scratched, non-functional)
- Requires external storage for modern games
Scores
Specifications
| Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | MSI Thin THINA15B7461 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M4 Max★ | Intel Core i5 13420H |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 16★ | 6 |
| Frequency | — | 2.1 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 12 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Apple (40-Core)★ | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated★ | discrete |
| VRAM | — | 8 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | System Shared | GDDR6★ |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 64 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5★ | DDR4 |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB★ | 512 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2" | 15.6" |
| Resolution | 3024 px★ | 1920 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED★ | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 1600 nits★ | — |
| Color Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 3★ | — |
| USB Ports | 0 | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 5 | — |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI Output | HDMI |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ | 802.11ax |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.60 kg★ | 3.32 kg |
| Battery | 72 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
MSI Thin THINA15B7461 2025, Core i5-13420H, 16GB, 512GB SSD, RTX 4060, Grau
- Strong gpu (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average portability (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average port selection (27th percentile)
Pricing
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black
MSI Thin THINA15B7461 2025, Core i5-13420H, 16GB, 512GB SSD, RTX 4060, Grau
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 7 of 8 usage categories and 17 of 29 specs.
