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Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Max 14CPU 32GPU, 2024)

Name: Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Max 14CPU 32GPU, 2024)
Brand: Apple

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Max 14CPU 32GPU, 2024) is a BenchVerdict lab profile built around M4 Max 14CPU 32GPU, Apple M4 Max, Apple M4 Max GPU, Gaming Index 80.7 score, CPU Multi-Core 23094 points.

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Decisive numbers

The first read before the deep dive: these are the values that shape the verdict and comparison.

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Battery CapacityMethod72.4 WhLab measured

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Battery VideoMethod18 hLab measured

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Battery Video Streaming RatedMethod18 hLab measured

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Battery WebMethod13 hLab measured

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RAM CapacityMethod36 GBLab measured

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WeightMethod1.62 kgLab measured

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Verdict mechanics

What changes the verdict

A product wins when the strong numbers fit the job and the weak numbers stay manageable.

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Sustained load

Cooling discipline

A fast laptop only keeps its rank when the chassis holds performance without turning loud too quickly.

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Weight and battery balance

Premium notebooks gain points when power, runtime, display, and carry weight stay in the same lane.

Back to productsOldest value: 2026-05-11Standard unit set

Gaming

Profil-Score

GPU-Leistung, Display-Reaktion und Geräuschpegel im Vordergrund.

Coverage 30 %

Nicht genug Daten für dieses Profil. Fehlende Metriken: GPU Score, Steel Nomad, Display Response, Noise Gaming, Power Gaming

Verdict

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Max 14CPU 32GPU, 2024): creator pace under load after the lab run with price timing

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Max 14CPU 32GPU, 2024) is a serious comparison candidate when its strongest numbers match the job.

Pros

+ Strong processor baseline (23094 points)
+ Clear gaming index (80.7 score)
+ Usable Wi-Fi runtime (13 h)

Cons

- The premium position has to justify itself over time
- A good impression lasts only when supporting values stay out of the way.

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Specifications

Configurations

M4 Max 14CPU 32GPU

Standard unit

Brand: Apple
Model: MacBook Pro 14-inch
Ports: MagSafe 3; 3x Thunderbolt; HDMI; SDXC; 3.5mm
RAM: 36 GB
CPU: Apple M4 Max
GPU: Apple M4 Max GPU
Depth: 221.2 mm
Platform: macOS
Memory type: unified memory
Width: 312.6 mm
Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E; Bluetooth 5.3
CPU cores: 14
Gpu Cores: 32
Height: 15.5 mm
Weight: 1.62 kg
Battery: 72.4 Wh
Model year: 2024
Operating system: macOS
HDR: Yes
Storage type: SSD
Configuration: M4 Max 14CPU 32GPU
Panel: Liquid Retina XDR
Form factor: 14.2 in
Display size: 14.2 in
Power adapter: 96 W
Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Resolution: 3024x1964
Neural Engine Cores: 16
Memory Bandwidth Gbps: 410
Display Brightness Sdr Nits: 1000
Display Brightness Hdr Peak Nits: 1600

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Measurements by group

Open the groups that matter for your decision. The top verdict numbers stay above; this area is for the full measurement trail.

Battery4 measurements+

Battery CapacityMethod72.4 WhLab measured

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Battery VideoMethod18 hLab measured

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Battery Video Streaming RatedMethod18 hLab measured

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Battery WebMethod13 hLab measured

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Build / Portability2 measurements+

RAM CapacityMethod36 GBLab measured

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WeightMethod1.62 kgLab measured

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Display3 measurements+

Display BrightnessMethod1300 nitsLab measured

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Display RefreshMethod120 HzLab measured

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Display SizeMethod14.2 inLab measured

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Gaming8 measurements+

Cyberpunk 2077 1200P Medium Balanced132.3 fpsLab measured

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Cyberpunk 2077 1200p MetalFX96.7 fpsLab measured

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Cyberpunk 2077 1200P RT Medium Performance70.7 fpsLab measured

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Cyberpunk 2077 1200P Ultra Balanced96.7 fpsLab measured

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Cyberpunk 2077 1600P Medium Balanced91.7 fpsLab measured

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Cyberpunk 2077 1600P RT Medium Performance47.5 fpsLab measured

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Cyberpunk 2077 1600P Ultra Balanced63.2 fpsLab measured

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Cyberpunk 2077 QHD Ultra63.2 fpsLab measured

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Performance19 measurements+

CPU Multi-CoreMethod23094 pointsLab measured

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CPU Single-CoreMethod3869 pointsLab measured

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Device Battery CapacityMethod72.4 WhLab measured

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Device CPU CoresMethod14 coresLab measured

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Device DepthMethod221.2 mmLab measured

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Device Display HDR Peak BrightnessMethod1600 nitsLab measured

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Device Display Refresh RateMethod120 HzLab measured

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Device Display SDR BrightnessMethod1000 nitsLab measured

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Device Display SizeMethod14.2 inLab measured

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Device Form FactorMethod14.2 inLab measured

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Device GPU CoresMethod32 coresLab measured

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Device HeightMethod15.5 mmLab measured

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Device Memory BandwidthMethod410 GB/sLab measured

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Device Memory CapacityMethod36 GBLab measured

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Device Neural Engine CoresMethod16 coresLab measured

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Device Power AdapterMethod96 wattsLab measured

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Device WeightMethod1.62 kgLab measured

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Device WidthMethod312.6 mmLab measured

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Geekbench GPU ComputeMethod158719 pointsLab measured

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Power AdapterMethod96 WLab measured

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Gaming IndexMethod80.7 scoreLab measured

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