Choose MacBook Pro 16 if you need:
- Processor Model at M4 Max (vs Intel Core i5 8250U 1.6GHz)
- GPU Model at Apple M4 Max 40-core GPU (vs AMD Radeon RX 550)
- Installed Memory at 48 GB (vs 8 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 1024 GB (vs 256 GB)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare MacBook Pro 16 vs ThinkPad E480
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models MacBook Pro 16 and ThinkPad E480 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | MacBook Pro 16 | ThinkPad E480 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Apple | Lenovo |
| Product Family | MacBook | ThinkPad |
| Model | MacBook Pro 16 | ThinkPad E480 |
| Model Number | — | ThinkPad E480 |
| Launch Year | 2024 year | 2018 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 Max | Intel Core i5 |
| Processor Model | M4 Max | Intel Core i5 8250U 1.6GHz |
| Processor Generation | Apple M4 family | 8th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | ARM64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 3 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 16 cores | 4 cores |
| Performance Cores | 12 cores | — |
| Efficiency Cores | 4 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | — | 8 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | — | 1.6 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | — | 3.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 6 MB |
| Processor Base Power | — | 15 W |
| AI / NPU | ||
| NPU | Yes | — |
| NPU Model | Apple Neural Engine | — |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | Apple | AMD |
| GPU Model | Apple M4 Max 40-core GPU | AMD Radeon RX 550 |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 2 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | GDDR5 |
| Maximum External Displays | 4 displays | 1 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | Up to 8K @ 60Hz or 4K @ 240Hz | 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz via HDMI |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 48 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 128 GB | 32 GB |
| Memory Type | Unified Memory | DDR4 |
| Memory Speed | — | 2400 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 | 1024 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Interface | — | PCIe NVMe |
| Storage PCIe Generation | — | PCIe 3.0 |
| Storage Form Factor | — | M.2 2280 + 2.5-inch |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | — | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | — | 1 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | — | Yes |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Card Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | SDXC | microSD |
| Card Reader Standard | SDXC | — |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 16.2 inch | 14 inch |
| Display Resolution | 3456 x 2234 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | 3.5K | 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 | 400:1 |
| Aspect Ratio | — | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | — | Anti-glare |
| HDR Support | Yes | — |
| Dolby Vision | Yes | — |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | ProMotion | — |
| 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 x speakers |
| Speaker Power | — | 2 x 1.5 W |
| Audio Technology | Spatial Audio, Dolby Atmos | Dolby Advanced Audio |
| Microphone Configuration | 3-mic studio-quality array | Dual-array microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Backlit Magic Keyboard | Spill-resistant 6-row keyboard |
| 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 |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 4.1 |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | — | 1 GbE |
| WWAN | No | No |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 0 ports | 3 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | — | 2x USB 3.1 Gen 1; 1x USB 2.0 |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 3 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | Thunderbolt 5 / USB4 / charging / DisplayPort | 1x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 / Power Delivery / 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 |
| HDMI Version | — | 1.4b |
| DisplayPort Output | DisplayPort over USB-C | DisplayPort via USB-C |
| 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 | 0 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Security Lock Slot | — | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | — | 1x M.2 storage slot |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 100 Wh | 45 Wh |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-polymer | Li-polymer |
| Battery Life | 21 hours | 13.51 hours |
| Battery Life Test Method | Video streaming | MobileMark 2014 |
| Fast Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Fast Charge Level | 50 % | 80 % |
| Fast Charge Time | 30 min | 60 min |
| Power Adapter | 140 W | 65 W |
| Power Connector | MagSafe 3 | USB-C |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Maximum USB-C Charging Power | 140 W | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 355.7 mm | 329 mm |
| Depth | 248.1 mm | 242 mm |
| Thickness | 16.8 mm | 21.9 mm |
| Weight | 2.15 kg | 1.75 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 | ||
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | — | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | — | Yes |
| Secure Boot | Yes | — |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | — |
| Smart Card Support | — | No |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | — |
| Sensors | ||
| Ambient Light Sensor | Yes | — |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR 8.0 |
| EPEAT | EPEAT Gold (US and Canada) | Gold |
| TCO Certified | — | TCO Certified |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Recycled Materials | 40% recycled content; 100% recycled aluminum enclosure | — |
| Product Carbon Footprint | 303 kg CO2e | — |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | Apple One-Year Limited Warranty | Mail-in or depot limited warranty |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose ThinkPad E480 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i5 8250U 1.6GHz (vs M4 Max)
- GPU Model at AMD Radeon RX 550 (vs Apple M4 Max 40-core GPU)
- Installed Memory at 8 GB (vs 48 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 256 GB (vs 1024 GB)
What is the difference between MacBook Pro 16 and ThinkPad E480?
MacBook Pro 16 and ThinkPad E480 share specifications such as Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System Architecture (64-bit), Primary Storage Type (SSD), Installed Storage Drives (1 drives).
The main differences: Processor Model (MacBook Pro 16: M4 Max, ThinkPad E480: Intel Core i5 8250U 1.6GHz); GPU Model (MacBook Pro 16: Apple M4 Max 40-core GPU, ThinkPad E480: AMD Radeon RX 550); Installed Memory (MacBook Pro 16: 48 GB, ThinkPad E480: 8 GB); Storage Capacity (MacBook Pro 16: 1024 GB, ThinkPad E480: 256 GB).
MacBook Pro 16 may suit users who need its differing values, while ThinkPad E480 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.