Apple MacBook Pro A1989
Score: 79/100
HP Chromebook 14
Score: 59/100Rankings
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 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 | | |
|---|---|---|
20 hoursbest | 14 hours | |
8 GBbest | 4 GB | |
13.3 inches | 14 inchesbest | |
256 GBbest | 64 GB | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.17 kgbest | 1.47 kg |
— | 4,266 MHzbest | |
— | 250 nitsbest | |
2 countbest | 1 count |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Processor Model | Apple M1 | Intel Celeron N4120 |
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 | Chrome OS |
Keyboard & Input(1) | ||
Backlit Keyboard | true | false |
Display(1) | ||
Display Size (inches) | 13.3 inches | 14.0 inches |
Battery & Power(3) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 20 hours | 14 hours |
Weight (kg) | 1.17 kg | 1.47 kg |
Thickness (mm) | 212.3 mm | 18 mm |
Connectivity(1) | ||
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 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.
“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.”
