MacBook Pro M4 vs Dell XPS 16 (2025)
Verdict: The MacBook Pro M4 takes the lead with superior performance, boasting a 25% faster multi-core score in Geekbench 6 compared to the M3 Pro, while the Dell XPS 16 (2025) offers strong results with up to 20% better multi-core performance than Ryzen 9 9955HX in Cinebench R24. Additionally, the MacBook Pro M4’s battery life of up to 22 hours outlasts the XPS 16’s 18 hours by a notable margin, and it...
Winner: MacBook Pro M4
MacBook Pro M4 Pros
- Exceptional performance with M4 Pro chip, achieving up to 25% faster multi-core performance than M3 Pro in Geekbench 6 tests
- Stunning 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display with 120Hz refresh rate and 1600 nits peak brightness
- Impressive battery life of up to 22 hours for video playback, outlasting most competitors
MacBook Pro M4 Cons
- Limited port selection with only 3 Thunderbolt 4 ports and no USB-A, requiring adapters for some users
- Base storage of 512GB may feel constrained for professionals handling large files
MacBook Pro M4 Key Specs
- processor: Apple M4 Pro
- display: 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR, 120Hz
- ram_storage: 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
- battery: Up to 22 hours video playback
Dell XPS 16 (2025) Pros
- Powerful Intel Core Ultra 9 285H processor, delivering up to 20% better multi-core performance than Ryzen 9 9955HX in Cinebench R24
- Gorgeous 16-inch OLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and 100% DCI-P3 color coverage
- Generous 1TB SSD storage at base configuration, double that of the MacBook Pro M4
Dell XPS 16 (2025) Cons
- Battery life of up to 18 hours for video playback trails the MacBook Pro M4 by 4 hours
- Heavier design at 2.2 kg compared to MacBook Pro M4’s 1.6 kg, less ideal for portability
Dell XPS 16 (2025) Key Specs
- processor: Intel Core Ultra 9 285H
- display: 16-inch OLED, 120Hz
- ram_storage: 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD
- battery: Up to 18 hours video playback
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