Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max vs Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 2023, Core i7-1355U, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Graphite Black
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
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 2023, Core i7-1355U, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Graphite Black
The ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its speed, sharp screen, and suitability for office or educational use, with several noting it's a great value. However, one reviewer strongly criticizes it as a bulky, expensive disappointment, and another mentions a finicky touchpad right-click. Overall, it's seen as a solid work machine with some quality control concerns.
Pros
- Fast performance
- Sharp screen quality
- Great value for money
- Sleek design
- Suitable for office and education
Cons
- Bulky and expensive
- Finicky touchpad right-click
- Quality control issues
Scores
Specifications
| Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M4 Max★ | Intel Core i7 1355U |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 16★ | 10 |
| Frequency | — | 1.2 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 12 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Apple (40-Core)★ | Intel Iris Xe |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | System Shared | Shared |
| 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" | 14" |
| Resolution | 3024 px★ | 1920 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED★ | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 1600 nits★ | 300 nits |
| Color Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | 45% NTSC |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 3★ | 2 |
| USB Ports | 0 | 2★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 5 | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI Output | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Ethernet | — | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.60 kg | 1.41 kg★ |
| Battery | 72 Wh★ | 47 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
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 2023, Core i7-1355U, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Graphite Black
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong port selection (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong reliability (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong portability (79th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 16 of 29 specs.