Apple MacBook Pro A1989
Score: 79/100
HP 14-dq0040nr
Score: 58/100Rankings
The 2020 13-inch MacBook Pro with M1 offers exceptional performance, battery life and a vibrant Retina display, but its limited ports and fixed memory/storage keep it from being a universal powerhouse.
The HP 14-dq0040nr is a budget-friendly 14" notebook aimed at basic tasks, offering long battery life and a lightweight chassis. Its modest CPU, limited RAM and eMMC storage keep performance low, and the HD display lacks sharpness, making it best for students and casual users.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
20 hoursbest | 12.5 hours | |
8 GBbest | 4 GB | |
13.3 inches | 14 inchesbest | |
256 GBbest | 64 GB | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.17 kgbest | 1.452 kg |
— | 2,400 MHzbest | |
— | 220 nitsbest | |
2 countbest | 1 count |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Processor Model | Apple M1 | Intel Celeron N4020 |
Graphics GPU Model | Intel Iris Plus Graphics 645 | Intel UHD Graphics 600 |
Memory & Storage(3) | ||
RAM Capacity (GB) | 8 GB | 4 GB |
Storage Type | PCIe | eMMC |
Storage Capacity (GB) | 256 GB | 64 GB |
Software(1) | ||
Operating System | macOS | Windows 11 Home in S Mode |
Display(1) | ||
Display Size (inches) | 13.3 inches | 14.0 inches |
Battery & Power(3) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 20 hours | 12.5 hours |
Weight (kg) | 1.17 kg | 1.452 kg |
Thickness (mm) | 212.3 mm | 18.0 mm |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11ac | Wi‑Fi 5 |
USB‑C Ports (count) | 2 count | 1 count |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers lauded the M1's groundbreaking performance, outstanding battery endurance and silent fanless design, while noting the limited port selection and fixed 8 GB RAM as drawbacks.
Everyday users love the all-day battery and quiet operation, but many complain about the tight 8 GB RAM, low-resolution camera and need for dongles.
Professional reviewers see it as a solid value for entry-level users, praising battery life and portability while noting limited RAM, storage and a low-resolution screen.
Users love the portability and all-day battery, but are frustrated by sluggish performance, limited storage and the lack of a backlit keyboard.
“Battery lasts all day - I don't even carry a charger anymore.”
“It replaced my desktop. I run Final Cut Pro, Chrome with 50 tabs, and Slack - no lag.”
“So quiet. I forgot laptops could be this peaceful.”
