Apple MacBook Pro 14" M4 Pro vs HP Spectre x360 16 (2024)
The Verdict
Apple's MacBook Pro 14" M4 Pro delivers superior performance with its advanced chipset and exceptional Liquid Retina XDR display (1600 nits vs 400 nits), making it ideal for creative professionals demanding color accuracy. Battery life reaches an impressive 22 hours compared to HP's 12 hours, and the M4 Pro's 16-core GPU excels at graphics-intensive tasks. However, HP's Spectre x360 16 offers better value at $350 less, includes double the storage (1TB vs 512GB), provides a larger OLED touchscreen, and adds traditional USB-A ports for broader compatibility. Weight disadvantage (2.19kg vs 1.60kg) and lower brightness nits are notable tradeoffs. Choose the MacBook Pro if you prioritize performance, portability, and display quality for professional work; select the Spectre x360 if you value storage, screen size, Windows ecosystem flexibility, and cost savings.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple MacBook Pro 14" M4 Pro if…
- →Powerful M4 Pro performance in a portable chassis
- →Bright mini-LED ProMotion display
- →Long battery life around 22 hours
Buy the HP Spectre x360 16 (2024) if…
- →Gorgeous 2.8K OLED display with 120Hz refresh
- →Premium gem-cut aluminum design with 360-degree hinge
- →Excellent 9 MP webcam with auto-framing
Category Scores
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
HP Spectre x360 16 (2024)
Pros
- Gorgeous 2.8K OLED display with 120Hz refresh
- Premium gem-cut aluminum design with 360-degree hinge
- Excellent 9 MP webcam with auto-framing
- Includes Thunderbolt 4 plus HDMI and full-size USB-A
Cons
- Heavy at over 2.1 kg for a convertible
- Battery life modest given the 83 Wh capacity
- Premium price for the configuration
- Limited discrete GPU options for creative pros
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple MacBook Pro 14" M4 Pro | HP Spectre x360 16 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | macOS Sequoia | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.60 kg | 2.19 kg |
| Material | Aluminum unibody | CNC aluminum |
| Dimensions | 312.6 x 221.2 x 15.5 mm | 357 x 248 x 19.5 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | 1 |
| SD card | ||
| MagSafe | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | 3 | 2 |
| USB-A ports | — | 1 |
| USB-C ports | — | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 22 hours wireless web | Up to 12 hours |
| Capacity | 72.4 Wh | 83 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2 inches | 16 inches |
| Type | Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED | OLED touchscreen |
| Resolution | 3024 x 1964 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz ProMotion | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1600 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB | 1 TB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 24 GB unified | 16 GB LPDDR5X |
| Cores | 12-core CPU, 16-core GPU | 16 cores |
| Chipset | Apple M4 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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