Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB
Ryzen 7 8845HS · 16GB · 2024
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)
M4 Max · 16.2″ XDR · Up to 128 GB unified
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB lands at 85 and MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) at 96. That puts MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) ahead by 11 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
Pick MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) if…
- ✓Outstanding battery under load
- ✓XDR mini-LED display
- ✓Silent sustained performance
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPerformance
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)CPU + GPU muscle for demanding work
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) leads on cpu (97 vs 85).
Battery life
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)Unplugged endurance for travel and campus
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) leads on battery (96 vs 75).
Portability
Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GBWeight, size, and carry-everywhere comfort
Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB leads on portability (90 vs 88).
Display
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)Panel quality for creative and media work
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) leads on display (98 vs 86).
Value for money
Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GBSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB more score per dollar ($1,499 vs $3,499).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB | MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Ryzen 7 8845HS | — |
| RAM | 16GB | ▲ Up to 128 GB unified |
| Release year | 2024 | — |
| Chip | — | Apple M4 Max (16C CPU / 40C GPU) |
| Storage | — | Up to 8 TB SSD |
| Display | — | 16.2″ Liquid Retina XDR, 120Hz |
| Weight | — | 2.14 kg |
| Battery | — | 100 Wh |
| Ports | — | 3× TB5, HDMI, SDXC, MagSafe 3 |
| OS | — | macOS 15 |
Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)
- +Outstanding battery under load
- +XDR mini-LED display
- +Silent sustained performance
- −Premium pricing
- −Limited gaming library
- −Ports starboard-heavy
FAQ: Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB vs MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)
Which is better, Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB or MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)? +
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) scores 96 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 11. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB worth the price? +
At $1,499, Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in portability.
Is MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) worth the price? +
At $3,499, MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in display.
Does Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB or MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is better for performance, Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB or MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)? +
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) — leads on cpu (97 vs 85). CPU + GPU muscle for demanding work.
Which is better for battery life, Lenovo Legion Slim 5 · 16GB or MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)? +
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) — leads on battery (96 vs 75). Unplugged endurance for travel and campus.