HP Chromebook 14b vs Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max
HP Chromebook 14b 2024, Intel N100, 4GB, 64GB eMMC, Blue
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver
What Buyers Say
HP Chromebook 14b 2024, Intel N100, 4GB, 64GB eMMC, Blue
This Chromebook is generally well-liked, especially for children and school use. Users praise its battery life, touch screen, and build quality, though one reviewer experienced a complete failure after a month. A minor issue with overheating during streaming was also noted.
Pros
- Great battery life
- Responsive touch screen
- Good build quality
- Easy to set up and navigate
- Sleek design
Cons
- Complete failure after one month
- Overheating during streaming
- Occasional slowdowns
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 Chromebook 14b | Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | 1 GHz Intel_Mobile_CPU | Apple M4 Max★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 4 | 16★ |
| Frequency | 1.0 GHz★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel 4K Graphics | Apple (40-Core)★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM | 48 GB★ | — |
| VRAM Type | GDDR6★ | System Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 64 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5 | LPDDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 64 GB | 4 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | eMMC | NVMe SSD★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14" | 14.2" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 3024 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | Mini-LED★ |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 1600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 100% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 3★ |
| USB Ports | 1★ | — |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 5 |
| HDMI | — | 1x HDMI Output |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5 | Bluetooth 5.3★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 2.06 kg | 1.60 kg★ |
| Battery | — | 72 Wh★ |
| OS | ChromeOS | macOS |
Pros & Cons
HP Chromebook 14b 2024, Intel N100, 4GB, 64GB eMMC, Blue
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong affordability (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average storage (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average ram (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average cpu (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average port selection (24th 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 17 of 28 specs.