If you prioritize peak performance for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or engineering, the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2021) is a superior choice with a more powerful processor and graphics card. In contrast, the Lenovo Yoga 6, which is much less expensive, offers a good level of performance for general use and has the added convenience of a touchscreen. The MacBook Pro boasts a premium build quality and a more color-accurate and bright display, which is important for creative professionals. It’s heavier than the Yoga 6, which might matter if portability is important to you. The Yoga 6 also offers a more versatile convertible design, potentially enhancing its functionality for presentations or tablet use. Choose the MacBook Pro for high-end performance and screen quality at a higher price or the Yoga 6 for its versatility, touch screen, and affordability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2021)
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Excellent overall display quality
Best in class overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo Yoga 6
The Lenovo Yoga 6 has no clear advantages over the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2021).
Key differences
General Use
8.4/10
7.6/10
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
479.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
13.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.5 Hours
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2021) is very good for general use, while the Lenovo Yoga 6 is good.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2021) excels in general use due to its powerful CPU, abundant RAM, high-quality Mini LED screen, and longer battery life, but with a higher weight affecting portability compared to the Lenovo Yoga 6, which offers good performance, a quality IPS touchscreen, and is lighter for better portability, though with slightly less battery life and screen quality.
Gaming and AI
6.8/10
6.1/10
4.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2021) and Lenovo Yoga 6 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2021) is somewhat better.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2021) with its powerful GPU and higher screen refresh rate is well-suited for 3D tasks, although the MacOS may limit gaming options due to incompatibility with many popular games. On the other hand, the Lenovo Yoga 6, while offering fair gaming performance, has a less capable integrated GPU and a lower screen refresh rate, which may not be as smooth for fast-paced gaming or complex 3D rendering.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
7.0/10
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
4.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2021) is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo Yoga 6 is good.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2021) outperforms the Lenovo Yoga 6 in engineering and design use mainly due to its superior processing power with Apple's M1 Pro chip, more capable GPU, and higher screen quality with Mini LED technology. While the Yoga 6 offers good portability and flexible usage with its 2-in-1 design and touchscreen, its AMD processor and integrated Vega 8 graphics are less suited for intensive tasks, and its IPS screen, although decent, does not match the MacBook's display capabilities.
Content Creation
8.4/10
7.6/10
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2021) is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo Yoga 6 is good.
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
8.3/10
7.4/10
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2021) is very good for software development, while the Lenovo Yoga 6 is good.
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
9.2/10
6.7/10
14.2in
SIZE
13.3in
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
479.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 has a better screen than the Lenovo Yoga 6 for general use, AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 stands out for general use and engineering with its high-resolution display offering clear, crisp visuals and exceptional color accuracy, essential for detailed design work, plus it boasts high brightness and excellent color coverage. In comparison, the Lenovo Yoga 6 delivers decent visuals suitable for everyday tasks and acceptable color precision for engineering tasks, but with less overall clarity and brightness than the MacBook. However, for 3D applications that benefit from fast screen refresh rates for smooth motion, neither of these laptops are ideal, as they prioritize other display attributes like resolution and color fidelity over refresh rate.
Battery
13.5 Hours
12.5 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 has 13.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Yoga 6 has 12.5 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.
Build Quality
10.0/10
7.4/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2021) has best in class build quality, while the Lenovo Yoga 6 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,905
$1,045
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2021) has a price of $1,905 and the Lenovo Yoga 6 costs $1,045.
"In the Apple MacBook Pro 14 2023, the M2 Pro is slowed down. From the improved 5nm process, the new M2 Pro is a very solid upgrade. Graphics performance has increased by about 25% in tandem with a clear improvement in efficiency. The processor has also seen a performance leap of up to 20%, but this is accompanied by an increase in consumption of up to 25%. Fundamentally, Apple its maintaining its advantage over AMD and Intel, particularly in optimized applications where the results are very good in view of the comparatively low power consumption."
"The AMD R7-7730U in the Lenovo Yoga 6 13 provides a suitable answer to the limited cooling capabilities of a convertible - especially in tablet mode. It draws high computing power from a comparatively limited power supply so that less heat has to be dissipated at the same time."
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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.
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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