Dell 14" LDB04250-9168BLU-PUS vs Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max
Dell 14" LDB04250-9168BLU-PUS 2025, Core Ultra 9, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Ice Blue
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver
What Buyers Say
Dell 14" LDB04250-9168BLU-PUS 2025, Core Ultra 9, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Ice Blue
The Dell Plus Copilot laptop receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its performance, sleek design, and long battery life. Users highlight the fast Intel Core Ultra 9 processor, 32GB memory, and vibrant 2K touchscreen as standout features. Minor drawbacks include a keyboard that takes getting used to, mediocre speakers, and a metal surface that some find sensitive. Overall, it is praised as a great value for students, creatives, and professionals.
Pros
- Fast Intel Core Ultra 9 processor
- 32GB large RAM
- Vibrant 2K touchscreen display
- Sleek and stylish design
- Long battery life
Cons
- Keyboard takes time to get used to
- Mediocre speakers
- Sensitive metal surface
- Pen compatibility unclear
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
| Dell 14" LDB04250-9168BLU-PUS | Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 9 288V | Apple M4 Max★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8 | 16★ |
| Frequency | 3.3 GHz★ | — |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel Arc Graphics | Apple (40-Core)★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM | 16 GB★ | — |
| VRAM Type | Shared | System Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB | 64 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 4 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14" | 14.2" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 3024 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | Mini-LED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 300 nits | 1600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 100% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 3★ |
| USB Ports | 1★ | — |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 5 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1x HDMI Output |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.61 kg | 1.60 kg★ |
| Battery | — | 72 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | macOS |
Pros & Cons
Dell 14" LDB04250-9168BLU-PUS 2025, Core Ultra 9, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Ice Blue
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong ram (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong portability (73rd percentile)
- Below average affordability (28th percentile)
- Below average port selection (28th percentile)
- Below average reliability (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 16 of 29 specs.