ASUS Chromebook Plus 14" CX3402CBA vs Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max
ASUS Chromebook Plus 14" CX3402CBA 2023, Core i3-1215U, 8GB, 256GB SSD, Pearl White
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver
What Buyers Say
ASUS Chromebook Plus 14" CX3402CBA 2023, Core i3-1215U, 8GB, 256GB SSD, Pearl White
The ASUS Chromebook receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its design, bright screen, and ease of use for basic tasks like email and web browsing, with highlights including a backlit keyboard and good value. However, one reviewer returned it due to poor performance and hard-to-read white keys on a white chassis, while another remains cautiously optimistic after initial use.
Pros
- Bright screen
- Backlit keyboard
- Easy setup and navigation
- Good value for price
- Attractive design
Cons
- Hard-to-read white keys
- Poor performance for some
- White-on-white keyboard design
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
| ASUS Chromebook Plus 14" CX3402CBA | Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core i3 1215U | Apple M4 Max★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 6 | 16★ |
| Frequency | 1.2 GHz★ | — |
| L3 Cache | 10 MB★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel UHD Graphics | Apple (40-Core)★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | Shared | System Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 64 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5 | LPDDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 256 GB | 4 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14" | 14.2" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 3024 px★ |
| Panel | LCD | Mini-LED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 250 nits | 1600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 45 percent NTSC | 100% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| USB Ports | 2★ | — |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 5 |
| HDMI | HDMI 1.4 | 1x HDMI Output |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.44 kg★ | 1.60 kg |
| Battery | 50 Wh | 72 Wh★ |
| OS | ChromeOS | macOS |
Pros & Cons
ASUS Chromebook Plus 14" CX3402CBA 2023, Core i3-1215U, 8GB, 256GB SSD, Pearl White
- Strong affordability (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong portability (78th percentile)
- Below average social proof (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average storage (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average ram (21st percentile)
- Below average gpu (28th 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 15 of 28 specs.