Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max vs HP Stream 14" HD
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver
HP Stream 14" HD, Celeron N4000, 4GB, 64GB eMMC, White
What Buyers Say
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
HP Stream 14" HD, Celeron N4000, 4GB, 64GB eMMC, White
The HP Stream 14" HD Laptop receives mixed feedback from users. While some appreciate its affordability and portability, others express concerns about limited performance and storage. The battery life is generally considered adequate for basic tasks, but the inability to upgrade RAM beyond 4GB is a notable drawback.
Pros
- Affordable price
- Portable design
- Adequate battery for basic tasks
Cons
- Limited performance
- Insufficient storage
- Non-upgradable RAM beyond 4GB
Scores
Specifications
| Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | HP Stream 14" HD | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M4 Max★ | Celeron N |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 16★ | 2 |
| Frequency | — | 1.1 GHz★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Apple (40-Core)★ | Intel UHD Graphics 600 |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | System Shared | Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 64 GB★ | 4 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5★ | DDR4 |
| Storage 1 | 4 TB★ | 64 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD★ | eMMC |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2" | 14" |
| Resolution | 3024 px★ | 1280 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED★ | — |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | — |
| Brightness | 1600 nits★ | — |
| Color Gamut | 100% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 3★ | 2 |
| USB Ports | — | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 5 | — |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI Output | HDMI 1.4 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ | Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Ethernet | — | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.60 kg | 1.44 kg★ |
| Battery | 72 Wh★ | — |
| OS | macOS | Windows 10 Home in S Mode |
Pros & Cons
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
HP Stream 14" HD, Celeron N4000, 4GB, 64GB eMMC, White
- Strong affordability (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong portability (78th percentile)
- Strong social proof (70th percentile)
- Below average ram (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average cpu (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average screen (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average storage (4th percentile)4th %ile
Verdict
Scores 99 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 17 of 28 specs.