Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch M4 vs Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch M4 wins — The Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch M4 wins overall with stronger performance and battery life, delivering 22 hours of video p…

Scores: Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch M4 8.5/10 · Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 7/10

The Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch M4 wins overall with stronger performance and battery life, delivering 22 hours of video playback versus the ThinkPad's 15 hours per Notebookcheck tests. The ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 counters with a superior keyboard and more ports, making it preferable for business workflows. It beats the MacBook on value for Windows-centric users but trails in display quality an...

Spec-by-spec comparison

	Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch M4	Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12
Processor	Apple M4	Intel Core Ultra 7 155H
Display	14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR, 120Hz	14-inch IPS, up to 120Hz
Battery Life	Up to 22 hours video playback	Up to 15 hours video playback
Weight	3.4 lbs	2.4 lbs

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch M4

What works

Exceptional battery life and performance efficiency
Brilliant 120Hz mini-LED display with high brightness
Premium build with excellent speakers and webcam

What doesn't

Limited ports without adapters
macOS may require workflow adjustments for some users

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12

What works

Excellent keyboard and extensive port selection
Lightweight carbon-fiber construction
Strong enterprise security and durability features

What doesn't

Average battery life compared to competitors
Display brightness and color accuracy lag behind premium options

Bottom line

Our pick: Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch M4. It edges out the alternative on exceptional battery life and performance efficiency. That said, Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 still wins on excellent keyboard and extensive port selection — consider it if that single trade matters most for your use.

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