Choose MacBook Pro 14 if you need:
- Processor Model at M4 Pro (vs Intel Core i5 6200U 2.3GHz)
- GPU Model at Apple M4 Pro GPU (vs Intel HD Graphics 520)
- Installed Memory at 24 GB (vs 8 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 512 GB (vs 256 GB)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare MacBook Pro 14 vs ThinkPad L460
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models MacBook Pro 14 and ThinkPad L460 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | MacBook Pro 14 | ThinkPad L460 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Apple | Lenovo |
| Product Family | MacBook | ThinkPad |
| Model | MacBook Pro 14 | ThinkPad L460 |
| Model Number | — | ThinkPad L460 |
| Launch Year | 2024 year | 2016 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Professional | Mainstream |
| Operating System | macOS | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Apple | Intel |
| Processor Family | Apple M4 Pro | Intel Core i5 |
| Processor Model | M4 Pro | Intel Core i5 6200U 2.3GHz |
| Processor Generation | Apple M4 family | 6th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | ARM64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 3 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | — | 2 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | — | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | — | 4 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | — | 2.3 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | — | 2.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 3 MB |
| Processor Base Power | — | 15 W |
| AI / NPU | ||
| NPU | Yes | — |
| NPU Model | Apple Neural Engine | — |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | Apple | Intel |
| GPU Model | Apple M4 Pro GPU | Intel HD Graphics 520 |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | Shared system memory |
| Maximum External Displays | 2 displays | 2 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | Up to 8K @ 60Hz or 4K @ 240Hz | 3840 x 2160 at 60 Hz via Mini DisplayPort |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 24 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 48 GB | 32 GB |
| Memory Type | Unified Memory | DDR3L |
| Memory Speed | — | 1600 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | On-package | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 0 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 0 slots | — |
| Memory Upgradeable | No | Yes |
| Memory Channels | — | Dual |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Interface | — | SATA |
| Storage Form Factor | — | 2.5-inch |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | — | 1 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | — | 0 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | — | Yes |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Card Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | SDXC | MMC, SD, SDHC, SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | SDXC | — |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 14.2 inch | 14 inch |
| Display Resolution | 3024 x 1964 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | 3K | FHD |
| Display Technology | Mini-LED | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | Liquid Retina XDR | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | — |
| Variable Refresh Rate | Yes | — |
| VRR Range | ProMotion up to 120 Hz; fixed 47.95–60 Hz Hz | — |
| Display Brightness | 1000 nits | 250 nits |
| Peak HDR Brightness | 1600 nits | — |
| DCI-P3 Color Gamut | 100 % | — |
| Color Depth | 10-bit | — |
| Contrast Ratio | 1000000:1 | 700:1 |
| Aspect Ratio | — | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | — | Anti-glare |
| HDR Support | Yes | — |
| Dolby Vision | Yes | — |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | ProMotion | — |
| Viewing Angle | — | 170 degree |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 12MP | 720p |
| Fingerprint Reader | Yes | — |
| Fingerprint Reader Location | Keyboard (Touch ID) | — |
| Camera Features | Center Stage; Desk View; computational video | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 6-speaker system | 2 speakers |
| Speaker Power | — | 2 x 2 W |
| Audio Technology | Spatial Audio, Dolby Atmos | — |
| Microphone Configuration | 3-mic studio-quality array | Dual-array microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Backlit Magic Keyboard | Spill-resistant |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | — |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | — |
| Touchpad Type | Force Touch | ThinkPad Mylar touchpad |
| Touchpad Material | — | Mylar |
| Pointing Stick | — | Yes |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ax | 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz | Dual-band |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | — | 2x2 |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 4.1 |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | — | 1 GbE |
| WWAN | No | Optional |
| SIM Slot | — | Micro-SIM |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 0 ports | 3 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | — | 3x USB 3.0 |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 3 ports | 0 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | Thunderbolt 5 / USB4 / charging / DisplayPort | — |
| USB4 Port Count | 3 ports | 0 ports |
| USB4 Speed | 120 Gbps | — |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 3 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Version | Thunderbolt 5 | — |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| DisplayPort Output | DisplayPort over USB-C | Mini DisplayPort |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | Optional |
| Security Lock Slot | — | Yes |
| Dedicated Docking Connector | — | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | — | — |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 72.4 Wh | — |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-polymer | Li-ion |
| Removable Battery | — | Yes |
| Battery Life | 22 hours | — |
| Battery Life Test Method | Apple video streaming test | — |
| Fast Charging | Yes | — |
| Fast Charge Level | 50 % | — |
| Fast Charge Time | 30 min | — |
| Power Adapter | — | 65 W |
| Power Connector | MagSafe 3 | Proprietary slim-tip |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | — |
| Maximum USB-C Charging Power | 96 W | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 312.6 mm | 339 mm |
| Depth | 221.2 mm | 235 mm |
| Thickness | 15.5 mm | 24.3 mm |
| Weight | 1.6 kg | 1.9 kg |
| Chassis Material | Aluminum | PC/ABS |
| Lid Material | Aluminum | PC/ABS |
| Base Material | Aluminum | PC/ABS |
| MIL-STD Testing | — | MIL-STD-810G tested |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | — | TPM 1.2 / Firmware TPM 2.0 |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | — | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | — | Yes |
| Secure Boot | Yes | — |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | — |
| Smart Card Support | — | Optional |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | — |
| Sensors | ||
| Ambient Light Sensor | Yes | — |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR 6.1 |
| EPEAT | EPEAT Gold (US and Canada) | Gold |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Recycled Materials | >35% recycled content; 100% recycled aluminum enclosure | — |
| Product Carbon Footprint | 218 kg CO2e | — |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | 10-35 °C | — |
| Operating Humidity | 0-90 % RH | — |
| Storage Temperature | -25-45 °C | — |
| Warranty | 1 years | — |
| Warranty Type | Apple One-Year Limited Warranty | — |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose ThinkPad L460 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i5 6200U 2.3GHz (vs M4 Pro)
- GPU Model at Intel HD Graphics 520 (vs Apple M4 Pro GPU)
- Installed Memory at 8 GB (vs 24 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 256 GB (vs 512 GB)
What is the difference between MacBook Pro 14 and ThinkPad L460?
MacBook Pro 14 and ThinkPad L460 share specifications such as Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System Architecture (64-bit), Graphics Type (Integrated), VRAM Capacity (0 GB).
The main differences: Processor Model (MacBook Pro 14: M4 Pro, ThinkPad L460: Intel Core i5 6200U 2.3GHz); GPU Model (MacBook Pro 14: Apple M4 Pro GPU, ThinkPad L460: Intel HD Graphics 520); Installed Memory (MacBook Pro 14: 24 GB, ThinkPad L460: 8 GB); Storage Capacity (MacBook Pro 14: 512 GB, ThinkPad L460: 256 GB).
MacBook Pro 14 may suit users who need its differing values, while ThinkPad L460 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.