Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max vs MSI Creator 16 AI Studio A1VIG-074US
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max 2024, 64GB, 4TB SSD, Silver
MSI Creator 16 AI Studio A1VIG-074US 2024, Core Ultra 9 185H, 64GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 4090, Lunar Gray
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
MSI Creator 16 AI Studio A1VIG-074US 2024, Core Ultra 9 185H, 64GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 4090, Lunar Gray
The MSI Creator 16 AI Studio A1VIG-074US receives mostly positive feedback for its solid build, gorgeous 4K mini-LED display, and strong performance in gaming and AI workloads. Users praise the clicky keyboard, sleek design, and extra M.2 slot for storage expansion. However, one reviewer strongly warns against the purchase without providing details, and another notes that Linux compatibility requires manual driver setup. Overall, it is seen as a capable machine for creative professionals and gamers, though not without minor setup hurdles.
Pros
- Solid all-metal build
- Gorgeous 4K mini-LED display
- Clicky and satisfying keyboard
- Strong gaming performance with RTX 4090
- Sleek and non-flashy design
Cons
- One reviewer strongly warns against purchase
- Linux requires manual driver setup
- HiDPI scaling broken on some Linux distros
- Windows 11 preinstalled with setup exception
- Large initial update batch required
Scores
Specifications
| Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | MSI Creator 16 AI Studio A1VIG-074US | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M4 Max★ | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 16 | 16 |
| Frequency | — | 2.3 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 24 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Apple (40-Core) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated★ | discrete |
| VRAM | — | 16 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | System Shared | GDDR6★ |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 4 TB★ | 2 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2" | 16" |
| Resolution | 3024 px | 3840 px★ |
| Panel | Mini-LED | Mini-LED |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | 1600 nits★ | 1000 nits |
| Color Gamut | 100% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 3★ | 1 |
| USB Ports | — | 2★ |
| 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 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | — | 1 x RJ-45 (2.5Gbps) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.60 kg★ | 1.99 kg |
| Battery | 72 Wh | 100 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
MSI Creator 16 AI Studio A1VIG-074US 2024, Core Ultra 9 185H, 64GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 4090, Lunar Gray
- Strong screen (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong gpu (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong ram (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong storage (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average affordability (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average portability (21st percentile)
Verdict
Scores 99 overall, wins 6 of 8 usage categories and 7 of 30 specs.