Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver
Dell Latitude 14" 5400 2019, Core i7-8665U, 32GB, 512GB SSD, Black
Get the MacBook Pro M4 Max if you're a video editor, 3D artist, developer, or anyone who needs desktop-class performance in a laptop and doesn't flinch at the price tag.
Grab the Dell Latitude 5400 if you need a dirt-cheap laptop for basic office work, web browsing, or as a loaner device for employees who just need email and spreadsheets.
Key Differences
- The M4 Max scores 43,903 on multi-core CPU benchmarks versus 6,168 for the Dell's i7-8665U. That's a 7.1x gap, which means a render that takes 10 minutes on the MacBook would take over an hour on the Dell.
- Storage is 4TB NVMe on the MacBook versus 512GB SATA SSD on the Dell. You get 8x the space and much faster read/write speeds, which matters if you're working with large video files or code repos.
- The MacBook has 64GB of LPDDR5 RAM versus 32GB of DDR4 on the Dell. Newer RAM generation means faster data transfer, and double the capacity means you can keep way more apps and browser tabs open without slowdowns.
- Display quality is night and day: 3024p resolution on the MacBook versus 1920p on the Dell. If you stare at a screen all day, your eyes will thank you for the MacBook's sharper panel.
- Price is the one place the Dell wins. You can find a used Latitude 5400 for around $400, while the M4 Max MacBook Pro starts at $3,099 and climbs fast with upgrades. The Dell is a budget beater; the MacBook is an investment.
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, 32GB, 512GB SSD, Black
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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★ | 32 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5★ | DDR4 |
| Storage 1 | 4 TB★ | 512 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD★ | SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2" | 14" |
| Resolution | 3024 px★ | 1920 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED★ | — |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | — |
| Brightness | 1600 nits★ | — |
| Color Gamut | 100% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 3★ | 1 |
| USB Ports | — | 4★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 5 | Thunderbolt 3 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI Output | HDMI |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ | Wi-Fi |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ | Yes |
| Ethernet | — | RJ-45 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.60 kg | 1.48 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
Dell Latitude 14" 5400 2019, Core i7-8665U, 32GB, 512GB SSD, Black
- Strong social proof (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong affordability (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong port selection (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong portability (76th percentile)
- Below average screen (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average cpu (23rd percentile)
- Below average gpu (28th percentile)
- Below average reliability (33rd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 99 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 17 of 29 specs.