Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max vs Dell Latitude 14" 5400
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver
Dell Latitude 14" 5400 2019, Core i7-8665U, 16GB, 512GB SSD + 512GB HDD, 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
Dell Latitude 14" 5400 2019, Core i7-8665U, 16GB, 512GB SSD + 512GB HDD, Black
The Dell Latitude 5400 refurbished laptop receives mostly positive feedback for its speed, build quality, and value. However, several verified buyers report serious defects like boot failures, unresponsive touchpads, and Windows activation issues, though the seller's responsive customer service and easy returns are frequently praised. Battery life is adequate for most users, but some note it drains quickly under heavy use.
Pros
- Fast performance
- Good value for money
- Excellent build quality
- Responsive seller support
- Easy return process
Cons
- Defective units on arrival
- Touchpad and pointing stick issues
- Windows activation problems
- Battery drains quickly under load
- Battery capacity lower than expected
Scores
Specifications
| Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | Dell Latitude 14" 5400 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M4 Max★ | Intel Core i7 8665U |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 16★ | 4 |
| Frequency | — | 1.9 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 8 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Apple (40-Core)★ | Intel UHD Graphics 620 |
| 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★ | 512 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD★ | SSD |
| Storage 2 | — | 512 GB★ |
| Storage 2 Type | — | HDD★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2" | 14" |
| Resolution | 3024 px★ | 1920 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED★ | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | — |
| Brightness | 1600 nits★ | 220 nits |
| Color Gamut | 100% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 3★ | 1 |
| USB Ports | — | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 5 | Optional Thunderbolt™ 3 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI Output | 1 x HDMI |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ | Yes |
| Ethernet | — | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.60 kg | 1.48 kg★ |
| Battery | 72 Wh★ | 42 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
Dell Latitude 14" 5400 2019, Core i7-8665U, 16GB, 512GB SSD + 512GB HDD, Black
- Strong affordability (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong portability (76th percentile)
- Strong port selection (75th percentile)
- Below average cpu (23rd percentile)
- Below average ram (25th percentile)
- Below average gpu (28th percentile)
- Below average screen (29th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 99 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 17 of 31 specs.