Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 vs MSI Cyborg A17 AI Comparison

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Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 vs MSI Cyborg A17 AI Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 and Cyborg A17 AI, two laptops from Apple and MSI. Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 was introduced to market in October 2024 and MSI Cyborg A17 AI was launched in July 2025. There is only 9 months difference between MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 and Cyborg A17 AI so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

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MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 and Cyborg A17 AI are members of MSI's series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

Apple Series History

	Release Date	Screen Size	Dimensions	Weight
Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5, 2025	October 2025	14.2"	312.6 x 221.2 x 15.5 mm	1.55 kg (3.42 lbs)
Apple MacBook Air 13 M4 2025	March 2025	13.6"	304.1 x 215 x 11.3 mm	1.24 kg (2.73 lbs)
Apple MacBook Air 15 M4 2025	March 2025	15.3"	340.4 x 237.6 x 11.5 mm	1.51 kg (3.33 lbs)
Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024	October 2024	16.2"	355.7 x 248.1 x 16.8 mm	2.14 kg (4.72 lbs)

Here is a brief look at the main features of Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 and MSI Cyborg A17 AI before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 Key Specs

Launched in October 2024
16.2" Mini LED, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Apple M4 Pro (14-Core),Apple M4 Max (14-Core),Apple M4 Max (16-Core)
GPU: Apple M4 Pro GPU (20-core)
24GB,36GB,48GB,64GB,128GB Ram
355.7 x 248.1 x 16.8 mm (14 x 9.77 x 0.66 inches)
Weight: 2.14 kg (4.72 lbs)

MSI Cyborg A17 AI Key Specs

Launched in July 2025
17.3" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 240,AMD Ryzen 7 260,AMD Ryzen 9 270
GPU: GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop 8GB,GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop 8GB
16GB,32GB,64GB,96GB Ram
399.3 x 258 x 21.2-22.2 mm (15.72 x 10.16 x 0.83-0.87 inches)
Weight: 2.5 kg (5.51 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 and Cyborg A17 AI compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 over MSI Cyborg A17 AI

Weight	2.14 kg vs 2.50 kg	0.36 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~86.2% vs ~80.1%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	3.4 mm vs 8.2 mm	4.8 mm thinner bezels
Screen PPI	254 ppi vs 127 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	3456 x 2234 pixels vs 1920 x 1080 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
Max Brightness	1000 nits vs 300 nits	Brighter Screen
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm vs 4 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	3 nm vs 5 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	9.2 TFLOPS vs 8.6 TFLOPS	Flexible cable positions
Charging Port Position	Left, Right vs Right	3D Surround Sound Support
Dolby Atmos Speakers	Yes vs No	Better Sound capture
Number of Microphones	3 vs 2	Easy login with fingerprint
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes vs No	Higher Resolution Camera
Webcam Resolution	1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-C Ports	3x USB 4.0 vs 1x USB 3.2	Faster USB-C connection
USB-C Port Type	v4.0 vs v3.2	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port
Thunderbolt	v5 vs No	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No

Reasons to choose MSI Cyborg A17 AI over Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024

Display Size	17.3 inches vs 16.2 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Refresh Rate	144 Hz vs 120 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	Dedicated GPU unit
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	More RAM Options
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs No	Easily increase the Storage when needed
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs No	Connects to the local network via Ethernet RJ45
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers

Common Strengths of MSI Cyborg A17 AI and Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024

Launch Dates	October 2024 vs July 2025	Both laptops are recent models
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Wi-Fi Standard	v6E vs v6E	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
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 MSI Cyborg A17 AI and Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability

Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 vs MSI Cyborg A17 AI: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 and the MSI Cyborg A17 AI.

Physical Specs
Weight	2.14 kg (4.72 lbs)	2.5 kg (5.51 lbs)
Surface Area	882 cm2 (136.8 inches2)	1030 cm2 (159.7 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~86.2%	~80.1%
Side Bezel Thickness	~3.4 mm	~8.2 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.13 kg/inch	0.14 kg/inch
	0.286 lbs/inch	0.308 lbs/inch
Colors	Black, Silver	Black

Comparison of the Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 and the MSI Cyborg A17 AI External Dimensions

Weight

MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 weighs 2.14 kg (4.72 lbs), whereas the Cyborg A17 AI weighs 2.5 kg (5.51 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 M4, 2024

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

MSI Cyborg A17 AI

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Thickness Comparison

Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

MSI Cyborg A17 AI

Avg: larger than 17.0"

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 M4, 2024 is 0.13 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the MSI Cyborg A17 AI is 0.14 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
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 vs MSI Cyborg A17 AI: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Apple M4 Pro (14-Core) Apple M4 Max (14-Core) Apple M4 Max (16-Core)	AMD Ryzen 5 240 AMD Ryzen 7 260 AMD Ryzen 9 270
Base Frequency	4.51 GHz	4.3 GHz
Number of Cores	14 (10P + 4E)	6
Number of Threads	14	12
Integrated GPU	Apple M4 GPU (20-core)	Radeon 760M
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm	4 nm

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 M4, 2024 and MSI Cyborg A17 AI.

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Apple M4 Pro GPU (20-core)	GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop 8GB GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop 8GB
Base Clock Frequency	500 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1800 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	26 W	45 W
Type	Integrated	Dedicated
FLOPS	9.2 TFLOPS	8.6 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	8 GB
Memory Type	LPDDR5X	GDDR7
Memory Bus	192 bit	128 bit
Memory Speed	8.53 Gbps	~24 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	2560	2560
TMUs	160	80
ROPs	80	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 M4, 2024 has a FLOPS value of 9.2 TFLOPS whereas the MSI Cyborg A17 AI ' has a FLOPS value of 8.6 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	24GB 36GB 48GB 64GB 128GB	16GB 32GB 64GB 96GB
Memory Bus	3x8 GB	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	8533 MHz	5600 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5X	DDR5
Upgradable	No	Yes
Memory Bus	Custom	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

With a larger RAM capacity of 24 GB, the MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 offers an advantage for multitasking and resource-intensive applications compared to the Cyborg A17 AI's RAM capacity of 16 GB.

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 (M4, 2024)	MSI Cyborg A17 AI
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Run smoothly.	✔ Run smoothly.
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✔ Good performance.	✔ Good performance.
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Mixtral, Qwen-14B	✔ Can run natively or with light optimization.	⚠ Can run using CPU + RAM fallback. Expect slower performance.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	⚠ May be possible on Apple Silicon systems with 64–128 GB unified memory using quantized models.	⚠ Possible with CPU + RAM fallback using quantized models.

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

📌 MoE Models: Some models like Mixtral 8x7B and Qwen3-30B-A3B use a Mixture of Experts (MoE) design, activating only part of the model during inference. This means they can often run efficiently on laptops with 12–16 GB of VRAM when quantized.

BATTERY

BATTERY	100 Wh	55.2 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left, Right	Right
Charge Power	140 W	120 W
Full Charging Time	1:25 hr
Cable Length	2 meters

Moreover, the MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 boasts a larger battery capacity of 100 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Cyborg A17 AI's55 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

MSI Cyborg A17 AI

Avg: larger than 17.0"

STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 8 TB, the MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the Cyborg A17 AI's max. storage capacity of 2 TB.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB, 8 TB	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB
Upgradable	No	Yes
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes

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 M4, 2024 vs MSI Cyborg A17 AI: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 and MSI Cyborg A17 AI 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 M4, 2024 has a display size of 16.2".On the other hand, Cyborg A17 AI has a larger17.3" display.The total usable screen area of the MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 is 761cm² / 118inch² whereas the Cyborg A17 AI's total usable screen area is 825cm² / 128inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 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 M4, 2024

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

MSI Cyborg A17 AI

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Refresh Rate
The Cyborg A17 AI offers a higher refresh rate of 144 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Brightness
The MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 offers a higher maximum brightness of 1000 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

MSI Cyborg A17 AI

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 vs MSI Cyborg A17 AI 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
Cyborg A17 AI is equipped with 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports. MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 does not have USB-A ports.
Both MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 and Cyborg A17 AI have USB Type-C ports. MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 has 3x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while Cyborg A17 AI has 1x USB 3.2 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 M4, 2024 is equipped with Thunderbolt 5 port. Cyborg A17 AI does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 and Cyborg A17 AI feature an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.1) for connecting to external monitors.

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 M4, 2024 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. Cyborg A17 AI does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 and Cyborg A17 AI 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: v5.4)	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 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 5	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	Yes
SD CardReader	Yes	No
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes	Yes