Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 vs Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro Comparison

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Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023

16.2 inches | January 2023

Speed 5.5

Size 7.5

Display 8.5

Gaming 3.5

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Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro

14 inches | August 2023

Speed 5

Size 9

Display 4.5

Gaming 3.5

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Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 vs Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing MacBook Pro 16 2023 and MagicBook X 14 Pro, two laptops from Apple and Honor. Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 was introduced to market in January 2023 and Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro was launched in August 2023. There is only 7 months difference between MacBook Pro 16 2023 and MagicBook X 14 Pro so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 and Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 Key Specs

Launched in January 2023
16.2" Mini LED, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Apple M2 Pro
GPU: Apple M2 Pro GPU (19-core)
16GB Ram
355.7 x 248.1 x 16.8 mm (14 x 9.77 x 0.66 inches)
Weight: 2.15 kg (4.74 lbs)

Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro Key Specs

Launched in August 2023
14.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS
GPU: Radeon 780M
16GB Ram
313.2 x 221.6 x 15.9 mm (12.33 x 8.72 x 0.63 inches)
Weight: 1.34 kg (2.95 lbs)

Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 was replaced by Apple Macbook Pro 16 2024. You may also be interested in these comparisons:
Apple Macbook Pro 16 2024 vs Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023
Apple Macbook Pro 16 2024 vs Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how MacBook Pro 16 2023 and MagicBook X 14 Pro compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 over Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro

Screen-to-Body Ratio	~86.2% vs ~81.9%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	3.4 mm vs 5.8 mm	2.4 mm thinner bezels
Display Size	16.2 inches vs 14 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Refresh Rate	120 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen PPI	254 ppi vs 189 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	3456 x 2234 pixels vs 2240 x 1400 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
Max Brightness	500 nits vs 300 nits	Brighter Screen
GPU Fabrication Process	5 nm vs 6 nm	Newer Generation GPU
Charging Port Position	Left, Right vs Left	Flexible cable positions
Dolby Atmos Speakers	Yes vs No	3D Surround Sound Support
Number of Microphones	3 vs 2	Better Sound capture
Webcam Resolution	1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720	Higher Resolution Camera
Number of USB-C Ports	3x USB 4.0 vs 1x USB 4.0	Connect more device at the same time
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port
HDMI Version	2.1 vs 1.4	Better HDMI connectivity
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader

Reasons to choose Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro over Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023

Weight	1.34 kg vs 2.15 kg	0.81 kg lighter
Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
CPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 5 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU FLOPS	8.12 TFLOPS vs 6.8 TFLOPS	Easily increase the Storage when needed
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No	Better typing feel
Key Travel	1.5 mm vs 1 mm	Lower Price (*may change depending on config, seller, location, and time)
Avg. MSRP Price	$1200-1600 vs $2400-2800

Common Strengths of Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro and Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023

Launch Dates	January 2023 vs August 2023	Both laptops are recent models
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
USB Power Delivery	Yes vs Yes	Charging via USB port gives flexibility
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Wi-Fi Standard	v6E vs v6E	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes vs Yes	Easy Login with Fingerprint Sensor
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro and Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
Upgradable RAM	No vs No	No Option to increase the RAM size

Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 vs Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 and the Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro.

Physical Specs
Weight	2.15 kg (4.74 lbs)	1.34 kg (2.95 lbs)
Surface Area	882 cm2 (136.8 inches2)	694 cm2 (107.5 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~86.2%	~81.9%
Side Bezel Thickness	~3.4 mm	~5.8 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.13 kg/inch	0.10 kg/inch
	0.286 lbs/inch	0.22 lbs/inch
Colors	Silver, Gray	Silver
Cover Opening Angle	135Â°	150Â°

Comparison of the Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 and the Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro External Dimensions

Weight

MacBook Pro 16 2023 weighs 2.15 kg (4.74 lbs), whereas the MagicBook X 14 Pro weighs 1.34 kg (2.95 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Thickness Comparison

Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 is 0.13 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro is 0.10 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ14 HT7407: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch

Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 vs Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Apple M2 Pro Apple M2 Max	AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS Intel Core i5 13500H
Base Frequency	3.5 GHz	3.8 GHz
Number of Cores	12	8
Number of Threads	12	16
Integrated GPU	Apple M2 Pro GPU (19-core)	Radeon 780M
CPU Fabrication Process	5 nm	4 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	2004	1895
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	15111	13737
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1667	1689
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	14966	16906

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 and Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Apple M2 Pro

Apple MacBook Pro 14 2023 Compare

Laptops with: AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Apple M2 Pro GPU (19-core)	Radeon 780M
Base Clock Frequency	450 MHz	1500 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1398 MHz	2900 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	35 W	15 W
Type	Integrated	Integrated
FLOPS	6.8 TFLOPS	8.12 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	System Shared
Memory Type	LPDDR5	LPDDR5X
Memory Bus	256 bit
Memory Speed	6.4 Gbps	6.4 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	2432	768
TMUs	152	48
ROPs	76	32

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 has a FLOPS value of 6.8 TFLOPS whereas the Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro ' has a FLOPS value of 8.12 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB 64GB 96GB	16GB
RAM Clock	6400 MHz	6400 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5	LPDDR5X
Upgradable	No	No

Both laptops, the MacBook Pro 16 2023 and the MagicBook X 14 Pro, come with similar RAM capacities of 16 GB, providing comparable performance in memory-intensive tasks.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2023)	Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro
CPU	Apple M2 Pro (NPU)	AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS
GPU	Apple GPU (Metal, unified memory)	Radeon 780M
Memory	16 GB	16 GB
Available for LLM total	~10.5 GB (10.5 GB RAM)	~10.5 GB (10.5 GB RAM)
Small Models (1-3B): Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B Requires ~2 GB memory	✔ Runs Well fits in your 10.5 GB RAM	✔ Runs Well fits in your 10.5 GB RAM
Medium Models (7-8B): Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B Requires ~5 GB memory	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 10.5 GB RAM	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 10.5 GB RAM
Large Models
13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B) Requires ~9 GB memory	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 10.5 GB RAM	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 10.5 GB RAM
16-24B Models (e.g., Dense 20B Q4 ~15.5GB) Requires ~14 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
24-30B Models (e.g., Dense 30B Q4) Requires ~18 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
MoE Models (Mixture-of-Experts) (e.g., Mixtral 8x7B - total ~47B, active ~12-13B) Requires ~24 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Extra-Large Models (65B+): Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B Requires ~42 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM

For more detailed LLM evaluation (subcategories, performance ranges, memory breakdown)

Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2023)|Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 Model Types: Dense 30B Q4 models typically require around 19–22 GB of total VRAM, so they run best on systems with ≥24 GB VRAM. MoE models like Mixtral 8x7B (≈47B total parameters, usually ≈23–26 GB in 4-bit) also need high memory because all experts must be loaded, even though only a few are active per token. They reduce compute cost per token (similar to a ~12–13B dense model), but not memory usage, so they are not practical on 14–16 GB systems.

Understanding Performance Categories

The performance descriptions use general categories because actual speed varies greatly based on your specific hardware, model optimization, context length, and runtime software.

Performance Level	Typical Range	User Experience
Runs Smoothly (High-end dGPU)	50+ tok/s	Real-time response. Feels instant, like ChatGPT.
Runs Well (Mid-range dGPU)	20-50 tok/s	Good interactive performance. Slight delay, but usable.
Modest Speed (iGPU/NPU/CPU)	5-20 tok/s	Usable for tasks that don't need instant responses. Noticeable typing delay.
Borderline / Slow (Limited hardware)	2-5 tok/s	Slow-Very slow. Patience required. Better for batch processing.
Not Practical	<2 tok/s	Too slow for regular use. May cause system hangs or instability.

💡 Tip: Your actual results may be higher or lower than these ranges. Test with your specific hardware to know for sure!

⚠️ Note: Performance categorization is based on VRAM capacity and RAM fallback status. GPU type (memory bandwidth, compute power) can also affect actual performance. Currently, we prioritize whether the model fits in VRAM or requires RAM fallback for classification. We may refine this categorization in future updates based on more detailed benchmarks.

BATTERY

BATTERY	100 Wh	60 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	No
USB Power Delivery	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left, Right	Left
Charge Power	140 W	65 W
Full Charging Time	1:25 hr
Cable Length	2 meters
AC Adapter Weight	353 grams

Moreover, the MacBook Pro 16 2023 boasts a larger battery capacity of 100 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the MagicBook X 14 Pro's60 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 8 TB, the MacBook Pro 16 2023 provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the MagicBook X 14 Pro's max. storage capacity of 1 TB.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB, 8 TB	512 GB, 1 TB
Upgradable	No	Yes
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes
Memory Bus	Custom	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 vs Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 and Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. MacBook Pro 16 2023 has a display size of 16.2".On the other hand, MagicBook X 14 Pro has a smaller 14.0" display.The total usable screen area of the MacBook Pro 16 2023 is 761cm² / 118inch² whereas the MagicBook X 14 Pro's total usable screen area is 568cm² / 88inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the MacBook Pro 16 2023 features a higher pixel density with 254 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Refresh Rate
The MacBook Pro 16 2023 offers a higher refresh rate of 120 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Brightness
The MacBook Pro 16 2023 offers a higher maximum brightness of 500 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 vs Honor MagicBook X 14 Pro Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Both laptops offer the same Wi-Fi standard (v6E), ensuring fast and reliable wireless connections.

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
MagicBook X 14 Pro is equipped with 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports. MacBook Pro 16 2023 does not have USB-A ports.
Both MacBook Pro 16 2023 and MagicBook X 14 Pro have USB Type-C ports. MacBook Pro 16 2023 has 3x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while MagicBook X 14 Pro has 1x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
MacBook Pro 16 2023 is equipped with Thunderbolt 4 port. MagicBook X 14 Pro does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both MacBook Pro 16 2023 and MagicBook X 14 Pro feature an HDMI port. MacBook Pro 16 2023 offers 1x HDMI 2.1, while MagicBook X 14 Pro offers 1x HDMI 1.4.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
MacBook Pro 16 2023 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. MagicBook X 14 Pro does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both MacBook Pro 16 2023 and MagicBook X 14 Pro are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v6E	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v6.2)	v5.3	v5.3
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	No	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	3x USB 4.0	1x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 1.4
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes	Yes
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	Yes	No
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes	No