Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro vs Lenovo Yoga 9i 14 (2024)
The Verdict
Apple's MacBook Pro 14 M3 Pro and Lenovo's Yoga 9i 14 target different user priorities. The MacBook delivers superior display quality with its 3024 x 1964 Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED panel reaching 1600 nits brightness, vastly outperforming the Yoga's 2880 x 1800 OLED at 400 nits. Apple's M3 Pro with 18-core GPU excels in video editing and graphics work, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H holds its own for general productivity. Battery life favors MacBook at 17 hours versus Yoga's 14 hours. However, the Yoga 9i offers compelling value at $500 less, includes a 2-in-1 convertible design with OLED touchscreen, double the base storage (1TB vs 512GB), weighs less at 1.39kg, and runs Windows 11 for broader software compatibility. Port selection slightly favors MacBook with three Thunderbolt ports and SD card slot versus Yoga's two Thunderbolt ports and USB-A. For creative professionals prioritizing display calibration and raw performance, the MacBook justifies its premium. For budget-conscious users wanting versatile convertible design and solid everyday performance, the Yoga 9i delivers better value.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro if…
- →M3 Pro with 3nm process delivers 20% faster CPU than M2 Pro
- →Stunning Liquid Retina XDR display with 1600-nit HDR peak brightness
- →18 GB unified memory is a welcome base RAM increase over M2 Pro
Buy the Lenovo Yoga 9i 14 (2024) if…
- →Versatile 360-degree 2-in-1 form factor
- →Beautiful 2.8K OLED touch display
- →Stylus included in the box
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro
Pros
- M3 Pro with 3nm process delivers 20% faster CPU than M2 Pro
- Stunning Liquid Retina XDR display with 1600-nit HDR peak brightness
- 18 GB unified memory is a welcome base RAM increase over M2 Pro
- 17-hour battery life is outstanding for a pro laptop
- Excellent port selection with HDMI, SD card reader, and MagSafe
Cons
- $1999 starting price is steep for the base configuration
- 512 GB base SSD may fill quickly for creative professionals
- 1.61 kg is noticeably heavier than the MacBook Air
- Notch on display can interfere with certain menu bar apps
- macOS limits gaming compared to Windows laptops
Lenovo Yoga 9i 14 (2024)
Pros
- Versatile 360-degree 2-in-1 form factor
- Beautiful 2.8K OLED touch display
- Stylus included in the box
- Premium premium aluminum chassis with rotating hinge
- Good 14-hour battery life for a convertible
Cons
- RAM is soldered — no upgrade path
- Only one USB-A port
- Runs warm under sustained CPU load
- OLED glossy panel attracts fingerprints
- Pen storage solution is awkward
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro | Lenovo Yoga 9i 14 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | macOS Sonoma | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.61 kg | 1.39 kg |
| Material | Aluminum unibody | Aluminum unibody |
| Dimensions | 312.6 x 221.2 x 15.5 mm | 314.9 x 222.8 x 14.9 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | 1 |
| SD card | ||
| MagSafe | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | 3 | 2 |
| USB-A ports | — | 1 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 17 hours wireless web | Up to 14 hours mixed use |
| Capacity | 72.4 Wh | 75 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2 inches | 14.0 inches |
| Type | Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED | 2.8K OLED touch 2-in-1 |
| Resolution | 3024 x 1964 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz ProMotion | 90Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1600 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB NVMe (configurable to 4 TB) | 1 TB NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 18 GB unified | 16 GB LPDDR5x |
| Cores | 12-core CPU, 18-core GPU | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) |
| Chipset | Apple M3 Pro | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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