Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14" 83MY0001US vs Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max
Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14" 83MY0001US 2025, MediaTek Kompanio Ultra 910, 16GB, 256GB UFS, Seashell
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver
What Buyers Say
Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14" 83MY0001US 2025, MediaTek Kompanio Ultra 910, 16GB, 256GB UFS, Seashell
The Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14" receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with users praising its stunning OLED display, exceptional battery life, blazing-fast performance, and impressive speakers. A few recurring issues include occasional WiFi dropouts, keyboard problems, and software compatibility with certain apps like Zoom; however, for most, it's considered one of the best Chromebooks available, offering premium features at a competitive price.
Pros
- Stunning OLED display
- Excellent battery life
- Fast performance
- Impressive speakers with Dolby Atmos
- Great keyboard with backlit keys
Cons
- Occasional WiFi connectivity issues
- Keyboard problems (non-responsive keys)
- Software incompatibility with some apps (e.g., Zoom)
- Sleep mode recovery issues
- Backlight bleed on keyboard keys
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver
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
Scores
Specifications
| Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14" 83MY0001US | Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Mediatek Kompanio Ultra 910 | Apple M4 Max★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8 | 16★ |
| Frequency | 2.1 GHz★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU | Integrated ARM Immortalis G925 MC11 GPU | Apple (40-Core)★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | — | System Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 64 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 256 GB | 4 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | UFS | NVMe SSD★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14" | 14.2" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 3024 px★ |
| Panel | OLED★ | Mini-LED |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 400 nits | 1600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | 100% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| USB Ports | 1★ | — |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 5 |
| HDMI | — | 1x HDMI Output |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.17 kg★ | 1.60 kg |
| Battery | 60 Wh | 72 Wh★ |
| OS | ChromeOS | macOS |
Pros & Cons
Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14" 83MY0001US 2025, MediaTek Kompanio Ultra 910, 16GB, 256GB UFS, Seashell
- Strong social proof (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong portability (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong reliability (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average affordability (0th percentile)0th %ile
- Below average gpu (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average storage (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average port selection (33rd percentile)
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
Scores 99 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 13 of 27 specs.