MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) vs Panasonic Let's Note SR
Head-to-head specifications
| Metric | MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) | Panasonic Let's Note SR | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geekbench 6 multi-core | 25,000 | 9,000 | +177.8% |
| Processor | Apple M4 Max | Intel Core i7-1360P | — |
| Graphics | Integrated 32-Core GPU | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | — |
| Display | 14.2" 3024x1964 | 12.4" 1920x1280 | — |
| Battery life (h) | 14 | 14 | — |
| Weight (kg) | 1.60 | 0.86 | +86.0% |
| RAM / storage (base) | 36GB / 1024GB | 16GB / 512GB | — |
| Operating system | macOS | Windows 11 Pro | — |
| Price (USD) | $3,199 | $2,599 | +23.1% |
- MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) is about 178% faster in Geekbench 6 multi-core. MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) lasts longer on battery (14h vs 14h).
- Panasonic Let's Note SR is the more portable at 0.86 kg.
Verdict: MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) or Let's Note SR?
MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) advantages
- Multi-core performance (+64%)
- Base memory (+56%)
- Screen size (+13%)
Panasonic Let's Note SR advantages
- Portability (+46%)
- Affordability (+19%)
Which should you choose?
- Choose the MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) if you need maximum performance for demanding work or gaming.
- Choose the Panasonic Let's Note SR if you carry it around all day.
- Choose the MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) if you run heavy multitasking, VMs or large projects.
Value for money
MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) delivers more performance per dollar, making it the better value of the two at their listed prices.
MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) vs Panasonic Let's Note SR: which should you choose?
MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) — Apple ultrabook/creator laptop (2024) with the Apple M4 Max and Integrated 32-Core GPU, 36GB RAM, a 14.2-inch 3024x1964 display, 1.6 kg and about 14 h battery; from $3,199.
Panasonic Let's Note SR — Panasonic mainstream laptop (2023) with the Intel Core i7-1360P and Intel Iris Xe Graphics, 16GB RAM, a 12.4-inch 1920x1280 display, 0.86 kg and about 14 h battery; from $2,599.
MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) vs Panasonic Let's Note SR: MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) is the faster laptop. MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) is about 178% faster in Geekbench 6 multi-core. MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) lasts longer on battery (14h vs 14h). Panasonic Let's Note SR is the more portable at 0.86 kg.
Performance
The MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) is the faster machine in Geekbench 6 multi-core (25,000 vs 9,000), pairing the Apple M4 Max with Integrated 32-Core GPU. That gap matters most for video editing, compiling, 3D and gaming; for browsing and office work both feel quick. Note these serve different roles — a ultrabook/creator versus a mainstream machine — so raw speed is only part of the story.
Portability and battery
The Panasonic Let's Note SR is easier to carry at 0.86 kg (vs 1.60 kg), and the MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) lasts longer unplugged (about 14 h vs 14 h). For commuters and travellers these often matter more day-to-day than peak performance.
Configuration and value
Base configurations are 36 GB / 1024 GB and 16 GB / 512 GB. RAM, storage and display upgrades change both price and experience — compare like-for-like configurations and check current street pricing before buying.
The verdict
Both are credible choices in the laptop comparison space; the specification table above lays out every metric so you can weigh the trade-offs that matter to you. Pick the one whose strengths line up with how you will actually use it.
Frequently asked questions
Is the MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) better than the Panasonic Let's Note SR?
These two are closely matched — the right pick comes down to which specific strengths you value and the price you actually pay. MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) is about 178% faster in Geekbench 6 multi-core. MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) lasts longer on battery (14h vs 14h).
What is the main difference between the MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) and the Panasonic Let's Note SR?
MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) is about 178% faster in Geekbench 6 multi-core. MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) lasts longer on battery (14h vs 14h). Panasonic Let's Note SR is the more portable at 0.86 kg.
Which is better value?
MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) delivers more performance per dollar, making it the better value of the two at their listed prices.
Which should I choose?
Choose the MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Max) if you need maximum performance for demanding work or gaming. Choose the Panasonic Let's Note SR if you carry it around all day.
Methodology
Laptops are compared on Geekbench 6 multi-core scores, processor and graphics hardware, display size and resolution, rated battery life, weight, RAM and storage across launch configurations, and list pricing (USD). Where a model spans several generations, the newest generation is shown. Battery figures are manufacturer or reviewer ratings under mixed use — sustained performance also depends on cooling, which benchmarks only partly capture.