{"id":238932,"date":"2026-05-04T09:40:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-04T13:40:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news-you-need.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/04\/macbook-pro-14-inch-m4-vs-macbook-pro-16-inch-m4-which-is-the-one-for-you\/"},"modified":"2026-05-04T10:20:10","modified_gmt":"2026-05-04T14:20:10","slug":"macbook-pro-14-inch-m4-vs-macbook-pro-16-inch-m4-which-is-the-one-for-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news-you-need.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/04\/macbook-pro-14-inch-m4-vs-macbook-pro-16-inch-m4-which-is-the-one-for-you\/","title":{"rendered":"MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4) vs MacBook Pro 16-inch (M4): Which is the one for you?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/computing\/macs\/macbook-pro-14-inch-2024-vs-macbook-pro-16-inch-2024-which-is-the-one-for-you\">MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4) vs MacBook Pro 16-inch (M4): Which is the one for you?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/computing\/macs\/macbook-pro-14-inch-2024-vs-macbook-pro-16-inch-2024-which-is-the-one-for-you\">https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/computing\/macs\/macbook-pro-14-inch-2024-vs-macbook-pro-16-inch-2024-which-is-the-one-for-you<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Publish Date: <a href=\"publish_date]\">2026-05-04 09:40:00<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Source Domain: <a href=\"www.techradar.com\">www.techradar.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\" style=\"padding-top:42.19%\">\n<p>Apple MacBook Pro (14 inch, M4)<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"list-pros-label\">Pros<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"list-pros\">\n<li class=\"list-item list-item-pros\">M4<\/li>\n<li class=\"list-item list-item-pros\">Nano-texture screen<\/li>\n<li class=\"list-item list-item-pros\">Centerstage camera<\/li>\n<li class=\"list-item list-item-pros\">Excellent design<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 class=\"list-cons-label\">Cons<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"list-cons\">\n<li class=\"list-item list-item-cons\">No design updates<\/li>\n<li class=\"list-item list-item-cons\">No Wi-Fi 7<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\" style=\"padding-top:42.86%\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wNCj9urRKMRdrsjCsmSi9L.jpg\" alt=\"16-inch MacBook Pro with M4 Pro chip in a studio being used\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wNCj9urRKMRdrsjCsmSi9L-1200-80.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wNCj9urRKMRdrsjCsmSi9L-1024-80.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wNCj9urRKMRdrsjCsmSi9L-970-80.jpg 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wNCj9urRKMRdrsjCsmSi9L-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wNCj9urRKMRdrsjCsmSi9L-480-80.jpg 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wNCj9urRKMRdrsjCsmSi9L-320-80.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" loading=\"lazy\" data-new-v2-image=\"true\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wNCj9urRKMRdrsjCsmSi9L.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wNCj9urRKMRdrsjCsmSi9L.jpg\" class=\"rounded-[var(--image--border-radius,0)] featured_image\"\/>\n<\/p>\n<p>Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M4 Pro, 2024)<\/p>\n<p>Another leap for Apple silicon<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"list-pros-label\">Pros<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"list-pros\">\n<li class=\"list-item list-item-pros\">Another leap in performance<\/li>\n<li class=\"list-item list-item-pros\">Still a great display<\/li>\n<li class=\"list-item list-item-pros\">Thunderbolt 5 support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 class=\"list-cons-label\">Cons<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"list-cons\">\n<li class=\"list-item list-item-cons\">No new design<\/li>\n<li class=\"list-item list-item-cons\">Very expensive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p id=\"elk-b685c939-b338-4418-90bc-31d375cd736c\" class=\"paywall\" aria-hidden=\"true\">While the M5-powered models of Apple&#8217;s popular laptop line may be out, both the 14-inch and 16-inch M4 versions still deliver an exceptional experience, boasting high-performance, an impressive Liquid Retina XDR displays, and a sleek design aimed at professionals and creatives.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paywall\" aria-hidden=\"true\">However, differences in size, portability, and price can make selecting the right MacBook Pro challenging. In this article, we will provide a detailed comparison of the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro (M4) models, examining their key features, performance capabilities, and overall value. This analysis will help you decide which option best suits your specific needs.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"article-body__section\" id=\"section-macbook-pro-14-inch-m4-vs-macbook-pro-16-inch-m4-specs\"><span>MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4) vs MacBook Pro 16-inch (M4): Specs<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Swipe to scroll horizontally<\/p>\n<table tabindex=\"0\" class=\"table__wrapper table__wrapper--inbodyContent table__wrapper--sticky table__wrapper--divider\">\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\"><span class=\"sr-only\">Row 0 &#8211; Cell 0 <\/span><\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p><strong>MacBook Pro (14-inch)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p><strong>MacBook Pro (16-inch)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Display<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>14.2-inch<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>16.2-inch<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Type<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Liquid Retina XDR display<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Liquid Retina XDR display<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Refresh rate<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>ProMotion technology for adaptive refresh rates up to 120Hz<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>ProMotion technology for adaptive refresh rates up to 120Hz<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Processor<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>M4 or M4 Pro<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>M4 Pro or M4 Max<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Memory<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Up to 128GB<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Up to 128GB<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Storage<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Up to 8TB<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Up to 8TB<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Ports<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Three Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports or Three Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C) ports, HDMI port, and SDXC card slot<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Three Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C) ports, HDMI port, and SDXC card slot<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<h2 class=\"article-body__section\" id=\"section-macbook-pro-14-inch-m4-vs-macbook-pro-16-inch-m4-prices-availability\"><span>MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4) vs MacBook Pro 16-inch (M4): Prices &#038; availability <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"elk-6b4547ed-c96d-4e44-9d75-ee43ff94c864-0\">The 14-inch MacBook Pro (M4) is available with either an entry-level M4 chip or mid-range M4 Pro chip. After deciding on which chip you want, you can also adjust the machine&#8217;s RAM and storage.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"article-continues-below block py-2 text-sm\">Article continues below <\/span><br \/>\n        <span class=\"\n            flex\n            after:content-[''] after:flex-1 after:ml-4 after:my-[0.7rem] after:border-t after:border-solid after:border-t-[#ccc]\n            before:content-[''] before:flex-1 before:mr-4 before:my-[0.7rem] before:border-t before:border-solid before:border-t-[#ccc]\n            font-article-heading pb-0 text-[length:var(--article-river-title--font-size,1em)] uppercase sm:text-[length:var(--article-river-title--font-size,0.875em)] font-bold\n        \"><br \/>\n            You may like<br \/>\n        <\/span><\/p>\n<p>Expect to pay around $2000 \/ \u00a32000 depending on the&#8230;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/computing\/macs\/macbook-pro-14-inch-2024-vs-macbook-pro-16-inch-2024-which-is-the-one-for-you\">Source<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4) vs MacBook Pro 16-inch (M4): Which is the one for you?&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":238933,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wLzVWJMdKosu3SdDUHL3GA-2000-80.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[43],"tags":[51],"class_list":["post-238932","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-macintosh","tag-macbook-pro"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/news-you-need.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/238932"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/news-you-need.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/news-you-need.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news-you-need.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news-you-need.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=238932"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/news-you-need.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/238932\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":238934,"href":"https:\/\/news-you-need.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/238932\/revisions\/238934"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news-you-need.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/238933"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/news-you-need.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=238932"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news-you-need.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=238932"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news-you-need.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=238932"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}