Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max vs HP EliteBook 14" 840 G7
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver
Apple
99 Overall Score
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HP EliteBook 14" 840 G7 2020, Core i5-10310U, 16GB, 256GB SSD, Silver
HP
44 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver
95 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews
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
Performance 5
Photo video editing 3
Apple ecosystem 2
Value for money 2
Customer service 3
Shipping process 2
HP EliteBook 14" 840 G7 2020, Core i5-10310U, 16GB, 256GB SSD, Silver
75 out of 100 medium confidence 11 reviews
The HP Elitebook 840 G7 generally receives positive feedback for its build quality, performance, and clean condition. However, a significant issue with non-functional USB-C ports has been reported, which detracts from the overall experience.
Pros
- Sturdy milspec construction
- Clear display without blemishes
- Fast web browsing
- Fingerprint recognition
- Minimal bloatware
Cons
- Non-functional USB-C ports
- Sound quality only decent
- Grade not mentioned in ad
Build quality 2
Display quality 2
Performance 2
Usb c ports 1
Sound quality 1
Condition 2
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Specifications
| Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | HP EliteBook 14" 840 G7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M4 Max★ | Intel Core i5 10310U |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 16★ | 4 |
| Frequency | — | 1.7 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 6 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Apple (40-Core)★ | Intel UHD Graphics |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | System Shared | Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 64 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5★ | DDR4 |
| Storage 1 | 4 TB★ | 256 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD★ | SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2" | 14" |
| Resolution | 3024 px★ | 1920 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED★ | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | — |
| Brightness | 1600 nits★ | — |
| Color Gamut | 100% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 3★ | 2 |
| USB Ports | — | 2★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 5 | Thunderbolt |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI Output | 1 x HDMI |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.60 kg★ | 2.14 kg |
| Battery | 72 Wh★ | — |
| OS | macOS | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
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
HP EliteBook 14" 840 G7 2020, Core i5-10310U, 16GB, 256GB SSD, Silver
- Strong affordability (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong port selection (77th percentile)
- Below average storage (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average cpu (21st percentile)
- Below average gpu (28th percentile)
- Below average reliability (33rd percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max
Scores 99 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 18 of 28 specs.