Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Max, 36GB, 1TB)vsApple Mac Studio (M4 Max, 36GB, 512GB)
Full specification comparison, benchmark scores, and AI verdict — powered by GadgetDisc.
Full specification comparison, benchmark scores, and AI verdict — powered by GadgetDisc.
Apple
Mac Studio (M4 Max, 36GB, 512GB)
79
Overall Score
$1,999
Overall Score
79/100
79/100
Gaming Score
✓86/100
80/100
Productivity Score
✓84/100
68/100
Display Score
73/100
N/A
Portability Score
77/100
N/A
Value Score
78/100
✓89/100
CPU Model
Apple M4 Max
Apple M4 Max
CPU Cores
16 cores
16 cores
Boost Clock
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GPU Model
32-core GPU
32-core GPU
VRAM
36GB
36GB
RAM
36GB Unified
36GB Unified
Storage
✓1024GB SSD
512GB SSD
Screen Size
14.2"
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Panel Type
Mini-LED
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Refresh Rate
120Hz
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Resolution
3024×1964
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Touch Screen
No
No
HDR
Yes
No
Weight
1.62 kg
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Thickness
—
—
Battery Capacity
70.8Wh
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Battery Life
22hr
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WiFi
WiFi 6E
WiFi 6E
Bluetooth
—
—
USB-A Ports
—
✓1×
USB-C Ports
—
—
Thunderbolt
Yes
Yes
HDMI
2.1
2.1
SD Card
Yes
Yes
Starting Price
$2,499
✓$1,999
The Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Max, 36GB, 1TB) and Apple Mac Studio (M4 Max, 36GB, 512GB) are very closely matched in our overall scoring. The right pick depends on which specific attributes matter most to you.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Max, 36GB, 1TB) starts at $2,499 and the Apple Mac Studio (M4 Max, 36GB, 512GB) at $1,999. That's a $500 price difference.
Both laptops have Mini-LED panels. The Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Max, 36GB, 1TB) has a higher 120Hz refresh rate vs. 0Hz on the Apple Mac Studio (M4 Max, 36GB, 512GB) — better for gaming and smooth scrolling.
Weight data is not available for both models. Check individual spec pages for portability details.
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