HP Essential 17t-cn300 vs Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max
HP Essential 17t-cn300 2024, Core i7-1355U, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Silver
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver
What Buyers Say
HP Essential 17t-cn300 2024, Core i7-1355U, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Silver
The HP Essential 17t-cn300 is a laptop with strong potential for high-performance use, as confirmed by the ability to upgrade RAM up to 64GB. Users frequently ask about its battery life, stylus compatibility, warranty, and pre-installed software, indicating areas of common interest or concern. The positive feedback on RAM upgradeability is a standout feature, while the lack of detailed reviews leaves some questions unanswered.
Pros
- Upgradable RAM up to 64 GB
Cons
- Unclear warranty coverage for accidental damage
- Unknown battery life with regular use
- Uncertain stylus compatibility
- No details on pre-installed software
- Lack of comprehensive user reviews
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 Essential 17t-cn300 | Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core i7 1355U | Apple M4 Max★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 10 | 16★ |
| Frequency | 1.7 GHz★ | — |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Apple (40-Core)★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | Shared | System Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB | 64 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR4 | LPDDR5★ |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB | 4 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 17.3" | 14.2" |
| Resolution | 1600 px | 3024 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | Mini-LED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 250 nits | 1600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 100% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 3★ |
| USB Ports | 2★ | — |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 5 |
| HDMI | HDMI 1.4b | 1x HDMI Output |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.75 kg | 1.60 kg★ |
| Battery | 41 Wh | 72 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | macOS |
Pros & Cons
HP Essential 17t-cn300 2024, Core i7-1355U, 32GB, 2TB SSD, Silver
- Strong storage (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong ram (72nd percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (66th percentile)
- Below average portability (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average screen (9th percentile)9th %ile
- 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 28 specs.