HP Stream 14 vs MacBook Pro 14 M2 Pro
Verdict: The MacBook Pro 14 M2 Pro outperforms the HP Stream 14 by wide margins in CPU benchmarks (M2 Pro scores ~12000 multi-core vs ~2000 on Celeron per Geekbench), display quality (120 Hz XDR vs 60 Hz HD), and battery endurance (17 hours vs ~10 hours per Notebookcheck). The HP Stream 14 only appeals for ultra-basic tasks where price is the sole factor. MacBook Pro 14 M2 Pro wins decisively for any user needing real productivity.
Winner: MacBook Pro 14 M2 Pro
HP Stream 14: 3.5/10
MacBook Pro 14 M2 Pro: 8/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| HP Stream 14 | MacBook Pro 14 M2 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Celeron N4120 | Apple M2 Pro |
| RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB unified |
| Storage | 64 GB eMMC | 512 GB SSD |
| Display | 14-inch HD | 14-inch Liquid Retina XDR |
HP Stream 14
What works
- Very low purchase price for basic tasks
- Lightweight at 3.4 pounds
- Long battery life for web use
What doesn't
- Only 4 GB RAM limits multitasking
- 64 GB storage fills quickly
MacBook Pro 14 M2 Pro
What works
- Strong multi-core performance for creative work
- Excellent 120 Hz mini-LED display
- Up to 17 hours battery in mixed use
What doesn't
- Higher starting price than budget Windows options
- Limited ports without dongles
Bottom line
Our pick: MacBook Pro 14 M2 Pro.
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