Microsoft Surface Laptop 13" EP2-33447 vs Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max
Microsoft Surface Laptop 13" EP2-33447 2025, Snapdragon X Plus X1P-42-100, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Platinum
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Laptop 13" EP2-33447 2025, Snapdragon X Plus X1P-42-100, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Platinum
This laptop is praised for its beautiful high-resolution display, great keyboard, and sleek design. Users appreciate the fast performance for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing, though some find the default Windows 10S too restrictive. The Alcántara fabric is noted as interesting but not unpleasant.
Pros
- Beautiful high-resolution display
- Great keyboard
- Fast performance
- Sleek and stylish design
- Smooth ordering and shipping
Cons
- Default Windows 10S too restrictive
- Alcántara fabric may not appeal to everyone
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
| Microsoft Surface Laptop 13" EP2-33447 | Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-42-100 | Apple M4 Max★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8 | 16★ |
| Frequency | 3.2 GHz★ | — |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno | Apple (40-Core)★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | Shared | System Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 64 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | LPDDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 512 GB | 4 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13" | 14.2" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 3024 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | Mini-LED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 1600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 100% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| USB Ports | 1★ | — |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 | Thunderbolt 5 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1x HDMI Output |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Bluetooth 5.3★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.22 kg★ | 1.60 kg |
| Battery | — | 72 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | macOS |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Laptop 13" EP2-33447 2025, Snapdragon X Plus X1P-42-100, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Platinum
- Strong portability (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong reliability (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (70th percentile)
- Below average gpu (6th percentile)6th %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 15 of 28 specs.