HP Stream 14" vs Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max
HP Stream 14", Celeron N4120, 4GB, 128GB eMMC, Rose Gold
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver
What Buyers Say
HP Stream 14", Celeron N4120, 4GB, 128GB eMMC, Rose Gold
The HP Stream 14 HD laptop receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its affordability, lightweight design, and adequate performance for basic tasks like browsing and email. However, several verified buyers report severe lag, slow operation, and even complete failure after one day, raising concerns about reliability.
Pros
- Affordable price
- Lightweight design
- Good for basic tasks
- Fast startup
- Long battery life
Cons
- Severe lag and slowness
- Failed after one day
- Limited storage
- Not for gaming or heavy programs
- Slow setup
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 Stream 14" | Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Celeron N | Apple M4 Max★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 1 | 16★ |
| Frequency | 1.3 GHz★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel UHD Graphics | Apple (40-Core)★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | Shared | System Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 64 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR5★ |
| Storage 1 | 128 GB | 4 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | eMMC | NVMe SSD★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14" | 14.2" |
| Resolution | — | 3024 px★ |
| Panel | — | Mini-LED★ |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 1600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 100% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 3★ |
| USB Ports | 2★ | — |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 5 |
| HDMI | HDMI | 1x HDMI Output |
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | — | Bluetooth 5.3★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 2.27 kg | 1.60 kg★ |
| Battery | — | 72 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 S | macOS |
Pros & Cons
HP Stream 14", Celeron N4120, 4GB, 128GB eMMC, Rose Gold
- Strong affordability (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average ram (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average cpu (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average storage (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %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 18 of 27 specs.