HP ProBook 16" 4 G1i vs Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max
HP ProBook 16" 4 G1i 2026, Core Ultra 7 255U, 24GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black
What Buyers Say
HP ProBook 16" 4 G1i 2026, Core Ultra 7 255U, 24GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
The HP ProBook receives mixed feedback. While many users praise its fast performance, good keyboard, and clear display, a significant number report serious issues with bloatware, fingerprint reader failures, battery swelling, and poor customer support. The laptop's value is questioned by some due to these problems, though long-time HP users often find it reliable for business tasks.
Pros
- Fast performance
- Good keyboard
- Clear display
- Good value for business
- Reliable for long-term use
Cons
- Bloatware and pre-installed software
- Fingerprint reader issues
- Battery swelling
- Poor customer support
- Limited USB ports
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
Scores
Specifications
| HP ProBook 16" 4 G1i | Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 24 | Apple M4 Max★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 12 | 16★ |
| Frequency | 2.0 GHz★ | — |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel Graphics | Apple (40-Core)★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | — | System Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 24 GB | 64 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | LPDDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 1 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16" | 14.2" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 3024 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | Mini-LED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 300 nits | 1600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 62.5% sRGB | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| USB Ports | 2★ | 0 |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 5 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1x HDMI Output |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.75 kg | 1.60 kg★ |
| Battery | 56 Wh | 72 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | macOS |
Pros & Cons
HP ProBook 16" 4 G1i 2026, Core Ultra 7 255U, 24GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
- Strong storage (79th percentile)
- Strong ram (76th percentile)
- Strong port selection (71st percentile)
- Strong screen (66th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average social proof (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average affordability (27th percentile)
- Below average portability (29th percentile)
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
Pricing
HP ProBook 16" 4 G1i 2026, Core Ultra 7 255U, 24GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 13 of 29 specs.
