Apple MacBook Pro 16" M4 Pro vs ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2024)
The Verdict
Apple's MacBook Pro 16" M4 Pro dominates with its stunning 3456x2234 Liquid Retina XDR display featuring 1600 nits brightness and 120Hz ProMotion, paired with the powerful M4 Pro chip delivering exceptional performance for creative professionals. ASUS TUF Gaming A15 counters with a more affordable price, capable Ryzen 7 8845HS processor, and 144Hz refresh rate suited for gaming, though its 1920x1080 FHD panel feels dated compared to the MacBook's premium display. Battery life heavily favors Apple at 24 hours versus 10 hours on the ASUS. The MacBook offers superior build quality, thunderbolt connectivity, and professional-grade performance, making it ideal for content creators and power users. ASUS targets budget-conscious gamers needing solid performance without premium pricing. Recommendation: Choose MacBook Pro M4 Pro for professional work and longevity; select ASUS TUF Gaming A15 if gaming and gaming-focused features matter more than display quality and you're budget-conscious.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple MacBook Pro 16" M4 Pro if…
- →Exceptional battery life up to 24 hours
- →Stunning mini-LED XDR display with 1600 nits HDR brightness
- →Class-leading M4 Pro performance and efficiency
Buy the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2024) if…
- →RTX 4060 with Ryzen 7 8845HS is great value for 1080p gaming
- →90 Wh battery surprisingly good for a gaming laptop
- →MIL-STD-810H certified for durability
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple MacBook Pro 16" M4 Pro
Pros
- Exceptional battery life up to 24 hours
- Stunning mini-LED XDR display with 1600 nits HDR brightness
- Class-leading M4 Pro performance and efficiency
- Excellent six-speaker sound system
- Wide port selection including HDMI and SD card
Cons
- Very expensive starting price
- Heavy at over 2.1 kg
- RAM and storage not user-upgradeable
- Limited macOS gaming library
ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2024)
Pros
- RTX 4060 with Ryzen 7 8845HS is great value for 1080p gaming
- 90 Wh battery surprisingly good for a gaming laptop
- MIL-STD-810H certified for durability
- Upgradeable RAM and dual SSD slots
- Quiet under light workloads
Cons
- 1080p FHD display looks soft on a 15.6-inch screen
- 300-nit brightness is poor for well-lit rooms
- Plastic chassis lacks a premium feel
- No Thunderbolt support
- Fan noise escalates quickly under load
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple MacBook Pro 16" M4 Pro | ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | macOS Sequoia | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 2.14 kg | 2.20 kg |
| Material | Aluminum unibody | Plastic with metal reinforcement |
| Dimensions | 355.7 x 248.1 x 16.8 mm | 354.9 x 251.9 x 22.9 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | 1 |
| SD card | ||
| MagSafe | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | 3 | 0 |
| USB-A ports | — | 3 |
| USB-C ports | — | 1 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 24 hours wireless web | Up to 10 hours light use |
| Capacity | 100 Wh | 90 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16.2 inches | 15.6 inches |
| Type | Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED | FHD IPS 144Hz |
| Resolution | 3456 x 2234 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz ProMotion | 144Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1600 | 300 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB | 512 GB NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 24 GB unified | 16 GB DDR5 |
| Cores | 14-core CPU, 20-core GPU | 8-core / 16-thread |
| Chipset | Apple M4 Pro | AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS |
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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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