Apple MacBook Pro 14" M4 Pro vs ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5507, Snapdragon X Elite)
Apple's MacBook Pro 14" M4 Pro delivers exceptional performance with its 12-core CPU and 16-core GPU, paired with 24GB unified memory and a stunning 1600-nit Liquid Retina XDR display—superior for professional video and photo work. ASUS VivoBook S 15 counters with a larger 15.6" OLED screen, double the storage (1TB vs 512GB), lighter weight (1.42kg), and lower price ($700 savings). Snapdragon X Elite handles everyday tasks admirably, though it trails M4 Pro in sustained workloads. Battery life favors MacBook Pro (22 hours vs 18 hours). Choose the MacBook Pro if you demand creative pro tools, compilation speed, and color-accurate work; select the ASUS if you prioritize screen real estate, storage capacity, and budget consciousness for general computing.
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple MacBook Pro 14" M4 Pro | ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5507, Snapdragon X Elite) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | macOS Sequoia | Windows 11 Home (ARM) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.60 kg | 1.42 kg |
| Material | Aluminum unibody | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 312.6 x 221.2 x 15.5 mm | 352.6 x 225.9 x 14.7 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | 1 |
| SD card | ||
| MagSafe | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | 3 | 0 |
| USB-A ports | — | 2 |
| USB-C ports | — | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 22 hours wireless web | Up to 18 hours |
| Capacity | 72.4 Wh | 70 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2 inches | 15.6 inches |
| Type | Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED | OLED, 16:9 |
| Resolution | 3024 x 1964 | 2880 x 1620 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz ProMotion | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1600 | 600 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB | 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 24 GB unified | 16 GB LPDDR5X |
| Cores | 12-core CPU, 16-core GPU | 12 cores |
| Chipset | Apple M4 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-78-100 |
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Pros & Cons
Apple MacBook Pro 14" M4 Pro
Pros
- Powerful M4 Pro performance in a portable chassis
- Bright mini-LED ProMotion display
- Long battery life around 22 hours
- Three Thunderbolt 5 ports for high-speed I/O
- Excellent build quality and speakers
Cons
- Premium pricing
- Base RAM bumped to 24 GB raises entry cost
- Notch in display divides opinion
- No cellular or touchscreen option
ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5507, Snapdragon X Elite)
Pros
- Excellent 3K 120Hz OLED display
- All-day battery life thanks to ARM efficiency
- Powerful 45 TOPS NPU for Copilot+ AI features
- Lightweight for a 15.6-inch laptop
- Fanless-quiet operation under typical loads
Cons
- ARM compatibility issues with some x86 apps
- No Thunderbolt support
- Soldered RAM not upgradeable
- No SD card reader
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