Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max vs Lenovo ThinkPad 14" T450
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver
Lenovo ThinkPad 14" T450, Core i5-5300U, 16GB, 256GB SSD, Black
What Buyers Say
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
Lenovo ThinkPad 14" T450, Core i5-5300U, 16GB, 256GB SSD, Black
The refurbished Lenovo laptop generally receives positive feedback for its performance and value, especially for students or light home use. Most users found it fast, functional, and in good condition, though a few reported cosmetic issues like scratches or a cracked lid. Verified buyers praised its affordability and suitability for tasks like homework or networking studies.
Pros
- Affordable price
- Good performance for basic tasks
- Fast and responsive
- Lightweight design
- Good display quality
Cons
- Occasional cosmetic damage
- Risk of cracked lid on delivery
Scores
Specifications
| Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | Lenovo ThinkPad 14" T450 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M4 Max★ | Intel Core i5 5th |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 16★ | 2 |
| Frequency | — | 2.3 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 4 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Apple (40-Core)★ | Intel HD Graphics 5500 |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM | — | 48 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | System Shared | GDDR6★ |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 64 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5★ | DDR3L |
| Storage 1 | 4 TB★ | 256 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD★ | SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2" | 14" |
| Resolution | 3024 px★ | 1366 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED★ | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | — |
| Brightness | 1600 nits★ | — |
| Color Gamut | 100% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 3★ | 1 |
| USB Ports | — | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 5 | — |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI Output | No |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ | Wi-Fi |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ | Yes |
| Ethernet | — | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.60 kg★ | 1.81 kg |
| Battery | 72 Wh★ | — |
| OS | macOS | Windows 10 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
Lenovo ThinkPad 14" T450, Core i5-5300U, 16GB, 256GB SSD, Black
- Strong affordability (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong reliability (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong portability (70th percentile)
- Below average cpu (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average screen (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average gpu (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average storage (16th percentile)16th %ile
Verdict
Scores 99 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 18 of 30 specs.