Skip to content
Specdex
Compare now
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro — M4 Pro · Mini-LED ProMotion · 1.55 kg
Apple

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro

M4 Pro · Mini-LED ProMotion · 1.55 kg

94
/ 100
From $1,999
VS
ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Silver — Core i9-14900HX · 16GB · 2025
ASUS

ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Silver

Core i9-14900HX · 16GB · 2025

94
/ 100
From $3,499
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro lands at 94 and ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Silver at 94. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro if…

  • ✓Best perf-per-watt portable workstation
  • ✓Mini-LED 1600-nit HDR display
  • ✓Best-in-class speakers

Pick ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Silver if…

  • ✓Current-gen silicon
  • ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
  • ✓Manufacturer warranty
Share this comparison: Share to Reddit X / Twitter

Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Performance

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro

CPU + GPU muscle for demanding work

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro leads on gpu (92 vs 89).

Battery life

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro

Unplugged endurance for travel and campus

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro leads on battery (92 vs 84).

Display

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro

Panel quality for creative and media work

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro leads on display (96 vs 86).

Value for money

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro more score per dollar ($1,999 vs $3,499).

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro 94
vs
94 ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Silver

Score breakdown

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro
94
cpu 96
gpu 92
display 96
battery 92
design 96
build 96
portability 0
ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Silver
94
cpu 94
gpu 89
display 86
battery 84
design 0
build 0
portability 81

Specs side-by-side

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro versus ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Silver — full spec comparison
Spec MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Silver
Display
14.2″ Mini-LED Liquid Retina XDR, 120Hz
—
CPU
Apple M4 Pro (12-core CPU)
▲ Core i9-14900HX
GPU
16-core GPU
—
RAM
▲ 24 / 48 GB unified
16GB
Storage
▲ 512 GB / 1 / 2 / 4 TB
256GB SSD
Battery
72.4 Wh
—
Weight
1.55 kg
—
Release year
—
2025
Color
—
Silver

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro

Pros
  • +Best perf-per-watt portable workstation
  • +Mini-LED 1600-nit HDR display
  • +Best-in-class speakers
Cons
  • −8 GB base RAM gone — but storage upgrades pricey
  • −No OLED option
  • −Notch in display

ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Silver

Pros
  • +Current-gen silicon
  • +Competitive spec-for-dollar
  • +Manufacturer warranty
Cons
  • −Battery varies by config
  • −Some SKUs heavy
  • −RAM often soldered

FAQ: MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro vs ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Silver

Which is better, MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro or ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Silver? +

Both score 94 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro worth the price? +

At $1,999, MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in cpu.

Is ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Silver worth the price? +

At $3,499, ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Silver delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in cpu.

Does MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro or ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Silver 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, MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro or ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Silver? +

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro — leads on gpu (92 vs 89). CPU + GPU muscle for demanding work.

Which is better for battery life, MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro or ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Silver? +

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro — leads on battery (92 vs 84). Unplugged endurance for travel and campus.