Apple MacBook Pro 14" M4 vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360
The Verdict
Apple's M4 MacBook Pro 14" delivers exceptional performance and a superior display experience with its stunning 1600-nit Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED screen, ideal for creative professionals. Samsung's Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 counters with a larger 16-inch AMOLED touchscreen, 2-in-1 flexibility, longer battery life claims (15 hours vs 24 hours requires clarification on testing conditions), and expandable storage. M4's unified 16GB architecture excels for video/3D work, while Intel Core Ultra 7 handles Windows productivity well. Battery longevity favors Apple in real-world use. Samsung offers better port variety and versatility through its convertible design. For pure performance, display quality, and macOS ecosystem users, the MacBook Pro edges ahead. Windows users prioritizing touchscreen versatility and larger display may prefer Samsung. Ultimately, MacBook Pro's M4 delivers superior value for demanding creative work.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple MacBook Pro 14" M4 if…
- →16 GB base RAM at no extra cost
- →Excellent battery life up to 24 hours
- →Mini-LED ProMotion display in entry MacBook Pro
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 if…
- →Beautiful 3K AMOLED 120Hz touchscreen with S Pen support
- →Remarkably thin at 12.8 mm for a 16-inch convertible
- →Versatile 360-degree hinge for tablet and tent modes
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple MacBook Pro 14" M4
Pros
- 16 GB base RAM at no extra cost
- Excellent battery life up to 24 hours
- Mini-LED ProMotion display in entry MacBook Pro
- Three Thunderbolt 4 ports plus HDMI and SD
- Quiet, efficient operation under typical load
Cons
- M4 lacks the GPU power of Pro/Max chips
- Storage upgrades remain expensive
- Only two external displays supported on M4
- Design unchanged from previous generation
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360
Pros
- Beautiful 3K AMOLED 120Hz touchscreen with S Pen support
- Remarkably thin at 12.8 mm for a 16-inch convertible
- Versatile 360-degree hinge for tablet and tent modes
- Strong battery life from 76 Wh cell
Cons
- Heavy to use as a tablet at 1.66 kg
- No discrete GPU for creative or gaming workloads
- Soldered RAM limits future upgrades
- S Pen included but lacks charging or Bluetooth features
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple MacBook Pro 14" M4 | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | macOS Sequoia | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.55 kg | 1.66 kg |
| Material | Aluminum unibody | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 312.6 x 221.2 x 15.5 mm | 355.4 x 252.2 x 12.8 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 24 hours wireless web | Up to 15 hours |
| Capacity | 72.4 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2 inches | 16 inches |
| Type | Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X touchscreen |
| Resolution | 3024 x 1964 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz ProMotion | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1600 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB unified | 16 GB LPDDR5X |
| Cores | 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU | 16 cores |
| Chipset | Apple M4 | 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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