HP Stream 14-cb122ds vs Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max
HP Stream 14-cb122ds, Celeron N4020, 4GB, 64GB eMMC, Pink
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver
What Buyers Say
HP Stream 14-cb122ds, Celeron N4020, 4GB, 64GB eMMC, Pink
The HP Stream 14-cb122ds receives mixed feedback from users. While some appreciate its affordability and portability, many express frustration over limited storage and non-upgradable RAM. Battery life is a common concern, with reports of it falling short of expectations. The warranty and pre-installed software details are also points of confusion.
Pros
- Affordable price
- Portable design
Cons
- Limited storage space
- Non-upgradable RAM
- Disappointing battery life
- Confusing warranty details
- Pre-installed software bloat
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
| HP Stream 14-cb122ds | Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Celeron | Apple M4 Max★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 2 | 16★ |
| Frequency | 1.1 GHz★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel UHD Graphics | Apple (40-Core)★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | Shared | System Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 64 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR4 | LPDDR5★ |
| Storage 1 | 64 GB | 4 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | eMMC | NVMe SSD★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14" | 14.2" |
| Resolution | 1366 px | 3024 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | Mini-LED★ |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 220 nits | 1600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 45% NTSC | 100% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 0 | 3★ |
| USB Ports | 3★ | — |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 5 |
| HDMI | HDMI 1.4 | 1x HDMI Output |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11ac | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2 | Bluetooth 5.3★ |
| Ethernet | Integrated 10/100/1000 GbE LAN | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.44 kg★ | 1.60 kg |
| Battery | 41 Wh | 72 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | macOS |
Pros & Cons
HP Stream 14-cb122ds, Celeron N4020, 4GB, 64GB eMMC, Pink
- Strong affordability (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong portability (78th percentile)
- Below average ram (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average cpu (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average storage (4th percentile)4th %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
Scores 99 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 17 of 28 specs.