Apple

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro

The MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro lands as a entry-level laptop, built around 14.2 in.

54/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
14.2 inApple M4 Pro16-core GPU24 GB512 GB24 hours
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Why we rate it

  • HDR
  • USB-C charging
  • HDMI
  • Above-average peak brightness
  • Below-average storage
Score profile

Where the MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro wins and loses

Scored against the laptops class
DisplayPerformanceMemoryBatteryPortsKeyboard824635778282
Display
82
Performance
46
Memory and storage
35
Battery
77
Ports
82
Keyboard and biometrics
82
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Display

Screen size14.2 "
Panel typeLiquid Retina XDR
Resolution3024
Peak brightness1600 nits
HDRYes

Design and build

Weight1.67 kg

Performance

CPUApple M4 Pro
CPU cores12
GPU16
GPU VRAM16 GB

Memory and storage

RAM24 GB
RAM typeUnified Memory
Storage512 GB
Storage typeSSD

Battery

Battery life24 hours
Battery capacity72.4
USB-C chargingYes

Ports

USB-C ports3
ThunderboltThunderbolt 5
HDMIYes
SD card readerYes
3.5 mm jackYes

Keyboard and biometrics

Backlit keyboardYes
Fingerprint readerYes

Audio and webcam

Speakerssix-speaker
Webcam12 MP

Connectivity

Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth5.3

Software

Operating systemmacOS

Release

Announced2024

More specs

USB c ports3
Dci p3 coverage100 %
Max brightness1600 nits
Head to head

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro vs Alienware Alienware 18 Area-51 18" Gaming Laptop WQXGA 300Hz G-Sync

Highlighted cell = better in that row
DisplayPerformanceMemoryBatteryPortsKeyboard
MacBook Pro 14 M4 ProAlienware 18 Area-51 18" Gaming Laptop WQXGA 300Hz G-Sync
 AppleMacBook Pro 14 M4 ProThis pageAlienwareAlienware 18 Area-51 18" Gaming Laptop WQXGA 300Hz G-Sync
Overall score54 /10054 /100
Size14.2 "18 "
Weight1.67 kgBetter4.34 kg
RAM24 GB32 GBBetter
Storage512 GB2000 GBBetter
CPUApple M4 ProCore Ultra 9
GPU16RTX 5080
Who it's for

Is the MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable laptop for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need top-end performance and battery, in which case a higher-tier laptop is the better call.

Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
okay
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
good
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 54/100 against other laptops, a entry-level result where the class average is around 45.

What stands out on the MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro?

Its hdr stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch M4 Pro?

The Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch M4 Pro scores 55/100 versus this one at 54/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.