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🚀 **Extreme:** Perfect for 4K video editing, heavy 3D rendering, and professional development.
Value Score⚖️ Fair Price
Display RealityGlossy XDR; 1600 nits peak; reference-grade for pro workflows
🚀 **Extreme:** Perfect for 4K video editing, heavy 3D rendering, and professional development.
Value Score⚖️ Fair Price
Display RealityMiniLED; 2.5K; 240Hz; 1000 nits HDR; individual dimming zones; excellent gaming panel
| Apple | Brand | ASUS |
| Apple M4 Max 16-core | Processor | Intel Core i9-14900HX |
| Apple M4 Max 40-core GPU | Graphics | NVIDIA RTX 4090 16GB |
| 128GB | RAM | 64GB |
| 14.2" Liquid Retina XDR 3024x1964 120Hz | Display | 18" 2.5K MiniLED 2560x1600 240Hz |
| 3.4 lbs | Weight | 6.6 lbs |
| 18 hours | Claimed Battery | 4 hours |
| 14-16 hours real-world mixed use | Real Battery | 2-3 hours real-world mixed use |
| 3199 | Price | 3999 |