HP OmniBook X Flip 14 vs Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 Comparison

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HP OmniBook X Flip 14

14 inches | March 2025

Speed 4.5

Size 6.5

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16.2 inches | October 2024

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HP OmniBook X Flip 14 vs Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing OmniBook X Flip 14 and MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024, two laptops from HP and Apple. HP OmniBook X Flip 14 was introduced to market in March 2025 and Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 was launched in October 2024. There is only 5 months difference between OmniBook X Flip 14 and MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

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OmniBook X Flip 14 and MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 are members of Apple's series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

HP Series History

	Release Date	Screen Size	Dimensions	Weight
HP ZBook 8 G2a 14"		"
HP ZBook 8 G2i 14"	March 2026	14.0"	315.6 x 222 x 18.9 mm	1.43 kg (3.15 lbs)
HP ZBook 8 G2a 16"	March 2026	16.0"	359 x 250 x 19 mm	1.76 kg (3.88 lbs)
HP ZBook 8 G2i 16"	March 2026	16.0"	359 x 251 x 24.9 mm	1.72 kg (3.79 lbs)
HP OmniBook Ultra 14 2026	January 2026	14.0"	311.15 x 215.6 x 10.6 mm	1.28 kg (2.82 lbs)
HP EliteBook X Flip G2i 14	January 2026	14.0"	312.7 x 219.9 x 9.15 mm	0.99 kg (2.18 lbs)
HP EliteBook 645 G11	September 2025	14.0"	318.6 x 224.4 x 10.9-17 mm	1.39 kg (3.06 lbs)
HP ZBook 8 G1i 16"	March 2025	16.0"	359 x 250 x 19.2 mm	1.72 kg (3.79 lbs)

Here is a brief look at the main features of HP OmniBook X Flip 14 and Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

HP OmniBook X Flip 14 Key Specs

Launched in March 2025
14.0" TouchScreen - IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 5 226V
GPU: Intel Arc 130V
16GB Ram
313 x 218.5 x 14.6 mm (12.32 x 8.6 x 0.57 inches)
Weight: 1.38 kg (3.04 lbs)

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)
GPU: Apple M4 Pro GPU (20-core)
24GB 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)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how OmniBook X Flip 14 and MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose HP OmniBook X Flip 14 over Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024

Weight	1.38 kg vs 2.14 kg	0.76 kg lighter
2-in-1 Design	Yes vs No	Use like a tablet
Touch Screen	Yes vs No	Interact with your fingers
Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs No	Easily increase the Storage when needed
WiFi Standard	v7 vs v6E	More advanced Wi-fi connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.4 vs v5.3	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Webcam Resolution	2560 x 1440 vs 1920 x 1080	Higher Resolution Camera

Reasons to choose Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 over HP OmniBook X Flip 14

Screen-to-Body Ratio	~86.2% vs ~83.1%	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 162 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	3456 x 2234 pixels vs 1920 x 1200 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
sRGB Color Space	100% vs 62.5%	Wider sRGB Color Space Coverage
Max Brightness	1000 nits vs 400 nits	Brighter Screen
GPU FLOPS	9.2 TFLOPS vs 3.3 TFLOPS	Flexible cable positions
Charging Port Position	Left, Right vs Left	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	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-C Ports	3x USB 4.0 vs 2x USB 4.0	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No

Common Strengths of Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 and HP OmniBook X Flip 14

Launch Dates	March 2025 vs October 2024	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
Thunderbolt Port	v4 vs v5	Fast data and power transfer via Thunderbolt Port
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 Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 and HP OmniBook X Flip 14

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

HP OmniBook X Flip 14 vs Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the HP OmniBook X Flip 14 and the Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.38 kg (3.04 lbs)	2.14 kg (4.72 lbs)
Surface Area	684 cm2 (106 inches2)	882 cm2 (136.8 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~83.1%	~86.2%
Side Bezel Thickness	~5.8 mm	~3.4 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.10 kg/inch	0.13 kg/inch
	0.22 lbs/inch	0.286 lbs/inch
Colors	Gray	Black, Silver
Cover Opening Angle	360°	135Â°

Comparison of the HP OmniBook X Flip 14 and the Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 External Dimensions

Weight

OmniBook X Flip 14 weighs 1.38 kg (3.04 lbs), whereas the MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 weighs 2.14 kg (4.72 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

HP OmniBook X Flip 14

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Thickness Comparison

HP OmniBook X Flip 14

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

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 HP OmniBook X Flip 14 is 0.10 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 is 0.13 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

HP OmniBook X Flip 14 vs Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core Ultra 5 226V Intel Core Ultra 7 256V Intel Core Ultra 7 258V AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 AMD Ryzen AI 7 350	Apple M4 Pro (14-Core) Apple M4 Max (14-Core) Apple M4 Max (16-Core)
Base Frequency	2.1 GHz	4.51 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.5 GHz
Number of Cores	8 (4P + 4E)	14 (10P + 4E)
Number of Threads	8	14
L3 Cache	8 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel Arc Graphics 130V	Apple M4 GPU (20-core)
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm	3 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 HP OmniBook X Flip 14 and Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024.

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

Laptops with: Intel Core Ultra 5 226V

Laptops with: Apple M4 Pro (14-Core)

Apple MacBook Pro 14 M4, 2024 Compare

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Intel Arc Graphics 130V	Apple M4 GPU (20-core)
Base Clock Frequency	600 MHz	500 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1850 MHz	1800 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	30 W	26 W
Type	Integrated	Integrated
FLOPS	3.3 TFLOPS	9.2 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	System Shared
Memory Type	LPDDR5X	LPDDR5X
Memory Speed	8.53 Gbps	8.53 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	896	2560

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. HP OmniBook X Flip 14 has a FLOPS value of 3.3 TFLOPS whereas the Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 ' has a FLOPS value of 9.2 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	16GB 32GB	24GB 36GB 48GB 64GB 128GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	3x8 GB
RAM Clock	8533 MHz	8533 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5X	LPDDR5X
Upgradable	No	No

The MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 provides a larger RAM capacity of 24 GB, which allows for smoother multitasking and improved performance in memory-demanding tasks compared to the OmniBook X Flip 14 '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	HP OmniBook X Flip 14"	Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M4, 2024)
CPU	Intel Core Ultra 5 226V (NPU - 40 TOPS)	Apple M4 Pro (14-Core) (NPU)
GPU	Intel Arc Graphics 130V	Apple GPU (Metal, unified memory)
Memory	16 GB	24 GB
Available for LLM total	~10.5 GB (10.5 GB RAM)	~17.5 GB (17.5 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 Smoothly fits in your 17.5 GB RAM
Medium Models (7-8B): Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B Requires ~5 GB memory	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 10.5 GB RAM	✔ Runs Well fits in your 17.5 GB RAM
Large Models
13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B) Requires ~9 GB memory	⚠ Borderline / Slow fits in your 10.5 GB RAM	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 17.5 GB RAM
16-24B Models (e.g., Dense 20B Q4 ~15.5GB) Requires ~14 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 17.5 GB 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)

HP OmniBook X Flip 14"|Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M4, 2024)

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.

🚀 Modern NPU (Neural Processing Unit): Modern processors like AMD Ryzen AI and Intel Core Ultra feature NPU and unified memory architecture. NPUs provide modest performance gains (0-30% faster) with better power efficiency compared to iGPU-only execution. Real-world tests show ~3-10 tok/s range on 13B models with 32GB RAM (varies by runtime, quantization, and context), comparable to iGPU but more power-efficient. Note: These figures are examples from various NPU systems; actual performance depends on your specific hardware configuration.

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	59 Wh	100 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	No
Charging Port Position	Left	Left, Right
Charge Power	65 W	140 W

On the other hand, the MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 features a higher battery capacity of 100 Wh, delivering longer usage time compared to the OmniBook X Flip 14 's 59 Wh.

Battery Comparison

HP OmniBook X Flip 14

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

STORAGE
The MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 offers a larger max storage capacity of 8 TB, providing more room for storing files and data compared to the OmniBook X Flip 14 's storage capacity of 1 TB.

Storage Options	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB, 8 TB
Upgradable	Yes	No
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	Custom

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.

HP OmniBook X Flip 14 vs Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the HP OmniBook X Flip 14 and Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 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. OmniBook X Flip 14 has a display size of 14.0".On the other hand, MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 has a larger16.2" display.The total usable screen area of the OmniBook X Flip 14 is 568cm² / 88inch² whereas the MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024's total usable screen area is 761cm² / 118inch².

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

HP OmniBook X Flip 14

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Refresh Rate
The MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 offers a higher refresh rate of 120 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

HP OmniBook X Flip 14

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

HP OmniBook X Flip 14 vs Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
OmniBook X Flip 14 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v7, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 (v6E).

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
OmniBook X Flip 14 is equipped with 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports. MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 does not have USB-A ports.
Both OmniBook X Flip 14 and MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 have USB Type-C ports. OmniBook X Flip 14 has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 has 3x 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
Both OmniBook X Flip 14 and MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 feature Thunderbolt ports. OmniBook X Flip 14 has Thunderbolt 4, while MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 has Thunderbolt 5.

HDMI
Both OmniBook X Flip 14 and MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 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. OmniBook X Flip 14 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both OmniBook X Flip 14 and MacBook Pro 16 M4, 2024 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)	v7	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v6.2)	v5.4	v5.3
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	No
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 4.0	3x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	Thunderbolt 5
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	Yes
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	No	Yes
Proprietary Charging Port	No	Yes