Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max vs ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X RC73XA
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black
Apple
96 Overall Score
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ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X RC73XA 2025, Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme, 24GB, 2TB SSD, Black
ASUS
47 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
ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X RC73XA 2025, Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme, 24GB, 2TB SSD, Black
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X RC73XA | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M4 Max★ | AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 16★ | 8 |
| Frequency | — | 2.0 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 16 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU | Apple (40-Core)★ | AMD Radeon Graphics |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | System Shared | — |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 64 GB★ | 24 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5 | LPDDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 2 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2" | — |
| Resolution | 3024 px★ | 1920 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED★ | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | 1600 nits★ | — |
| Color Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 3★ | 2 |
| USB Ports | 0 | 1★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 5 | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI Output | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.60 kg | 0.72 kg★ |
| Battery | 72 Wh | 80 Wh★ |
| OS | macOS | Windows 11 Pro |
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 Xbox Ally X RC73XA 2025, Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme, 24GB, 2TB SSD, Black
- Strong storage (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong portability (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong cpu (74th percentile)
- Strong ram (65th percentile)
- Below average gpu (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average social proof (22nd percentile)
- Below average affordability (25th percentile)
Pricing
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black0.025score per dollar
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ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X RC73XA 2025, Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme, 24GB, 2TB SSD, Black0.030score per dollar
ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X RC73XA 2025, Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme, 24GB, 2TB SSD, Black offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max
Scores 96 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 11 of 28 specs.