Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max vs ASUS Vivobook S14 M5406KA-DS71-CA

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black

Apple
96 Overall Score
vs
ASUS Vivobook S14 M5406KA-DS71-CA, Ryzen AI 7 350, 16GB, 1TB SSD

ASUS Vivobook S14 M5406KA-DS71-CA, Ryzen AI 7 350, 16GB, 1TB SSD

ASUS
56 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black

95 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews

The MacBook Pro M4 Max is widely praised for its exceptional performance, handling heavy photo and video editing tasks with ease. Users highlight its smooth integration with the Apple ecosystem and fast processing of large files. The laptop is considered a great value, with one reviewer noting that the Pro model offers similar power to the Max at a lower price. Customer service and shipping from B&H are also commended.

Pros
  • Exceptional performance for photo/video editing
  • Seamless Apple ecosystem integration
  • Fast processing of large files
  • Great value for the price
  • Excellent customer service from B&H
Cons
  • No negative aspects mentioned
👍 Performance 4
👍 Photo video editing 3
👍 Apple ecosystem 2
👍 Value for money 2
👍 Customer service 2
👍 Shipping experience 2

ASUS Vivobook S14 M5406KA-DS71-CA, Ryzen AI 7 350, 16GB, 1TB SSD

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Scores

Entertainment
Apple
96
ASUS
61
Developer
Apple
96
ASUS
52
Business
Apple
94
ASUS
59
Compact
Apple
90
ASUS
70
Student
Apple
90
ASUS
55
Ai Llm
Apple
86
ASUS
22
Creator
Apple
76
ASUS
28
Gaming
Apple
60
ASUS
18

Specifications

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 MaxASUS Vivobook S14 M5406KA-DS71-CA
Processor
CPU*Apple M4 Max★AMD Ryzen AI 7 350
CPU Multi-Core Score
43,841
25,012
Cores16★8
Frequency—2.0 GHz★
L3 Cache—8 MB★
Graphics
GPU*Apple (40-Core)★AMD Radeon Graphics
GPU Benchmark Score
17,798
4,864
Typeintegratedintegrated
VRAM TypeSystem Shared—
Memory & Storage
RAM64 GB★16 GB
RAM GenerationLPDDR5★—
Storage 11 TB1 TB
Storage 1 TypeNVMe SSD★SSD
Display
Size14.2"14"
Resolution3024 px★1920 px
PanelMini-LEDOLED★
Refresh Rate120 Hz★60 Hz
Brightness1600 nits★600 nits
Color Gamut100% DCI-P3100% DCI-P3
Connectivity
USB-C Ports3★—
USB Ports0★—
ThunderboltThunderbolt 5—
HDMI1x HDMI Output—
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E★—
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3★—
Physical
Weight1.60 kg1.30 kg★
Battery72 Wh75 Wh★
OSmacOSWindows 11 Home

Pros & Cons

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Space Black

  • Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong reliability (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong ram (96th percentile)96th %ile
  • Below average affordability (3rd percentile)3rd %ile

ASUS Vivobook S14 M5406KA-DS71-CA, Ryzen AI 7 350, 16GB, 1TB SSD

  • Strong portability (87th percentile)87th %ile
  • Strong screen (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
  • Strong cpu (80th percentile)80th %ile
  • Strong storage (65th percentile)
  • Below average affordability (0th percentile)0th %ile
  • Below average port selection (7th percentile)7th %ile

Verdict

★ Winner: Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max

Scores 96 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 15 of 28 specs.

Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max Better at:

Ai LlmGamingCompactCreatorStudentBusinessDeveloperEntertainment