Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max vs Dell 16" LDB06250-9182BLU-PUS
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver
Dell 16" LDB06250-9182BLU-PUS 2025, Core Ultra 9 288V, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Midnight Blue
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
Dell 16" LDB06250-9182BLU-PUS 2025, Core Ultra 9 288V, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Midnight Blue
The Dell Plus 2-in-1 16" Mini-LED Touchscreen Laptop receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its performance, display quality, and design. Users praise the fast Intel Core Ultra 9 processor, vibrant Mini-LED screen, and premium navy blue finish. However, battery life is a consistent concern, with real-world usage falling short of advertised 11 hours, typically delivering 5-10 hours depending on settings. The convertible hinge and touchscreen with Dell pen support are appreciated for versatility, though the device is noted as heavy.
Pros
- Fast Intel Core Ultra 9 processor
- Vibrant Mini-LED touchscreen display
- Premium navy blue design
- Smooth fingerprint sensor
- Good keyboard quality
Cons
- Battery life shorter than advertised
- Device is heavy
- Runs warm under heavy use
Scores
Specifications
| Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | Dell 16" LDB06250-9182BLU-PUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M4 Max★ | Intel Core Ultra 9 288V |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 16★ | 8 |
| Frequency | — | 3.3 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 12 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Apple (40-Core)★ | Intel Arc 140V |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM | — | 16 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | System Shared | Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 64 GB★ | 32 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5 | LPDDR5X |
| Storage 1 | 4 TB★ | 1 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD★ | SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2" | 16" |
| Resolution | 3024 px★ | 2560 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED | Mini-LED |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | 90 Hz |
| Brightness | 1600 nits★ | 630 nits |
| Color Gamut | 100% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 3★ | 1 |
| USB Ports | — | 1★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 5 | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI Output | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ | Bluetooth |
| Ethernet | — | None |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.60 kg★ | 2.05 kg |
| Battery | 72 Wh★ | — |
| OS | macOS | Windows 11 Home |
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
Dell 16" LDB06250-9182BLU-PUS 2025, Core Ultra 9 288V, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Midnight Blue
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong ram (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong screen (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average portability (18th percentile)18th %ile
- Below average affordability (25th percentile)
- Below average reliability (33rd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 99 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 15 of 30 specs.