Apple MacBook Pro 2015 13-inch
Score: 69/100
HP Chromebook 14
Score: 59/100Rankings
The 13.3-inch MacBook Pro Retina (Late 2013) delivers a stunning Retina screen, solid build quality, and fast SSD performance, but its aging dual-core i5, limited ports and non-upgradeable components make it less competitive in 2026.
The HP Chromebook 14 offers strong portability and long battery life for basic web-based tasks, but its low-end processor, limited RAM, and modest display keep it in the budget segment.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
9 hours | 14 hoursbest | |
8 GBbest | 4 GB | |
13.3 inches | 14 inchesbest | |
128 GBbest | 64 GB | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.57 kg | 1.47 kgbest |
1,600 MHz | 4,266 MHzbest | |
— | 250 nitsbest | |
— | 1 countbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Processor Model | Intel Core i5-4278U | Intel Celeron N4120 |
Graphics GPU Model | Intel Iris 5100 | Intel UHD Graphics 600 |
Memory & Storage(4) | ||
RAM Capacity (GB) | 8 GB | 4 GB |
RAM Speed (MHz) | 1600 MHz | 4266 MHz |
Storage Type | PCIe SSD | eMMC |
Storage Capacity (GB) | 128 GB | 64 GB |
Software(1) | ||
Operating System | OS X Mavericks | Chrome OS |
Keyboard & Input(1) | ||
Backlit Keyboard | true | false |
Display(2) | ||
Display Size (inches) | 13.3 inches | 14.0 inches |
Display Resolution | 2560x1600 | 1366x768 |
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 9 hours | 14 hours |
Weight (kg) | 1.57 kg | 1.47 kg |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 4.0 | 5.0 |
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 0.25 years | 1 years |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers such as The Verge and CNET praised the 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro for its stunning display, excellent battery life, and the introduction of the Force Touch trackpad, while noting the limited port selection and aging hardware.
Everyday users commend the crisp Retina screen, long battery endurance, and snappy SSD, but repeatedly express frustration over the lack of upgradeability and the need for adapters due to the sparse port lineup.
“best-in-class trackpad”
“a solid upgrade over the 2”
“Perfect for my kids' schoolwork and streaming Netflix.”
Professional reviewers consider the HP Chromebook 14 a solid budget option with strong portability, battery life, and a clean Chrome OS experience, but they warn that the Celeron processor and limited 4 GB RAM restrict performance for anything beyond basic web tasks.
Everyday users praise the Chromebook for its instant boot, reliable webcam, and versatile ports, especially for students and casual browsing, while common complaints focus on the low-resolution screen, limited storage, RAM constraints, warmth during use, and the lack of a backlit keyboard.
