Since you're considering the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14", here are some trade-offs to consider: The MacBook Pro generally offers superior performance and build quality, suitable for intensive tasks and engineering work, along with a high-resolution display and long battery life, making it ideal for professionals needing power and reliability. However, it comes at a higher cost. On the other hand, the Cloudbook is much more affordable, with adequate performance for general use such as web browsing, document editing, and media consumption. It's lighter and thus more portable, but typically has lower specs that might not handle demanding applications well. If budget is a major concern and your needs are basic, the Cloudbook is a sensible choice. Conversely, if you require a high-performing machine for complex tasks and are willing to invest more, the MacBook Pro is a better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022)
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Best in class overall build quality
Best in class battery life
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14"
The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has no clear advantages over the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022).
Key differences
General Use
7.7/10
5.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
497.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
20.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
8.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) is good for general use, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) boasts a powerful Apple M2 CPU and 8GB of RAM, making it adept at handling various tasks smoothly, and its high-resolution Retina display ensures sharp and color-accurate visuals, complemented by a long battery life beneficial for on-the-go use. In contrast, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is hindered by a less capable Intel Celeron processor and 4GB of RAM, which may struggle with multitasking, and its lower resolution screen and shorter battery life might disappoint in terms of both visual fidelity and time away from a power source.
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
5.5/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has a better GPU suitable for limited 3D work, whereas the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has a lower-end GPU not recommended for gaming or 3D tasks; however, the MacBook Pro may be restrictive for gamers as many popular games are not compatible with macOS. Screen refresh rates for both are similar and not optimal for high-end gaming, while their CPUs and screen quality, more adequate in the MacBook Pro, also contribute to these performance differences.
Engineering and Design
7.5/10
5.5/10
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) is good for engineering and design, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) with its Apple M2 CPU and GPU delivers robust performance for engineering and design applications, supported by ample RAM and superior screen quality, whereas the Packard Bell Cloudbook with its Intel Celeron CPU and Intel UHD Graphics struggles with less RAM and a lower-quality screen, making it unsuitable for such demanding tasks. While both are quite portable with high-quality keyboards, the MacBook's far better performance capabilities are essential for engineering and design work, where complex software and rendering speed are critical.
Content Creation
7.9/10
5.9/10
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) is good for content creation, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.8/10
5.9/10
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) is good for software development, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
7.6/10
5.8/10
13.3in
SIZE
14.1in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
497.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 has a better screen than the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 for general use, AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13, with its high resolution and brightness, provides sharp and vivid images that make general tasks enjoyable; for engineering and design, it has wide color gamuts ensuring that colors are accurate and vibrant, which is crucial for professionals in those fields. However, its screen lags in the refresh rate department, making it less suitable for 3D applications where smooth motion is key. On the other hand, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" falls short in all these areas due to lower resolution, brightness, and insufficient color ranges, limiting its effectiveness for any purpose that relies heavily on visual detail or color accuracy.
Battery
20.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 has 20 hours of battery life. The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 has 7 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
13.3in
SIZE
14.1in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" both have very good portability, though the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
10.0/10
5.1/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has best in class build quality, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,219
$350
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has a price of $1,219 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" costs $350.
"The MacBook Pro 13 is still a very good subnotebook. The 2022 MacBook Pro 13 might look like recycling at first, because the device is completely identical to the old model expect for the new M2 SoC. We have to admit that we were surprised to see another iteration of the MBP 13 as well. The laptop is obviously familiar, but this does not change the fact that it is still a very good subnotebook. You get an excellent chassis with good stability, a very good display, good input devices and the new M2 chip is very powerful and efficient."
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About Apple
Apple, an American technology company, is one of the world’s largest company in terms of market capitalization. Their MacBook laptops feature a slim, minimalistic design, class-leading battery life, and premium display and speaker quality. In 2020 Apple switched from using Intel processors to their own silicon chips which have excellent performance and efficiency. The macOS operating system is the second most widely used OS, after Windows.
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