Microsoft Surface Pro 13" XP7-00001 vs Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" XP7-00001 2024, Core Ultra 7 165U, 32GB, 256GB SSD, Platinum

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" XP7-00001 2024, Core Ultra 7 165U, 32GB, 256GB SSD, Platinum

Microsoft
52 Overall Score
vs
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver

Apple
99 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" XP7-00001 2024, Core Ultra 7 165U, 32GB, 256GB SSD, Platinum

No customer feedback yet

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver

95 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews

The MacBook Pro M4 Max is widely praised as a powerful workhorse, handling heavy photo and video editing tasks with ease. Users highlight its smooth performance, fast file processing, and seamless integration with the Apple ecosystem. Verified buyers consistently note excellent value, especially when opting for the Pro over the Max model, and commend B&H's customer service and shipping process.

Pros
  • Powerful performance for heavy tasks
  • Smooth handling of photo and video editing
  • Fast file import and export
  • Seamless Apple ecosystem integration
  • Excellent value for money
Cons
  • No significant drawbacks mentioned
👍 Performance 5
👍 Photo video editing 3
👍 Apple ecosystem 2
👍 Value for money 2
👍 Customer service 3
👍 Shipping process 2

Scores

Entertainment
Microsoft
58
Apple
99
Developer
Microsoft
54
Apple
98
Business
Microsoft
59
Apple
97
Compact
Microsoft
69
Apple
93
Student
Microsoft
59
Apple
92
Ai Llm
Microsoft
24
Apple
88
Creator
Microsoft
27
Apple
78
Gaming
Microsoft
9
Apple
61

Specifications

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" XP7-00001Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max
Processor
CPU*Intel Core Ultra 7 165UApple M4 Max★
CPU Multi-Core Score
16,615
43,841
Cores1216★
Frequency4.9 GHz★—
L3 Cache12 MB★—
Graphics
GPU*Intel GraphicsApple (40-Core)★
GPU Benchmark Score
5,484
17,798
Typeintegratedintegrated
VRAM Type—System Shared
Memory & Storage
RAM32 GB64 GB★
RAM Generation—LPDDR5★
Storage 1256 GB4 TB★
Storage 1 TypeSSDNVMe SSD★
Display
Size13"14.2"
Resolution2880 px3024 px★
Panel—Mini-LED★
Refresh Rate120 Hz120 Hz
Brightness600 nits1600 nits★
Color GamutsRGB and Vivid100% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3
Connectivity
USB-C Ports23★
ThunderboltThunderbolt 4Thunderbolt 5
HDMI—1x HDMI Output
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 6E
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.3
Physical
Weight0.88 kg★1.60 kg
Battery19 Wh72 Wh★
OSWindows 11 PromacOS

Pros & Cons

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" XP7-00001 2024, Core Ultra 7 165U, 32GB, 256GB SSD, Platinum

  • Strong portability (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong screen (94th percentile)94th %ile
  • Strong reliability (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
  • Strong ram (72nd percentile)
  • Below average social proof (9th percentile)9th %ile
  • Below average storage (16th percentile)16th %ile
  • Below average affordability (18th percentile)18th %ile

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver

  • Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong storage (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong reliability (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Below average affordability (2nd percentile)2nd %ile

Verdict

★ Winner: Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max

Scores 99 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 14 of 27 specs.

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max Better at:

Ai LlmGamingCompactCreatorStudentBusinessDeveloperEntertainment