For tasks requiring top performance, such as 3D modeling, machine learning, or intensive engineering software, the Apple MacBook Pro 14 stands out with its advanced processor and better graphics capabilities. However, the Razer Book 13 offers a touchscreen and is more portable due to its lighter weight and marginally greater battery life. The MacBook Pro also has superior display quality, with greater brightness and color accuracy, making it better for tasks where color rendition is crucial. Choose the MacBook Pro if you need high performance and the best display quality for creative work, and the Razer Book 13 if portability and touchscreen functionality are priorities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023)
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
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 Razer Book 13
Excellent portability
Key differences
General Use
8.5/10
7.6/10
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
489.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
13.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
14.0 Hours
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) is very good for general use, while the Razer Book 13 is good.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) excels in general use due to its high-performance CPU, ample RAM, and superior screen quality with higher resolution and brightness, coupled with its excellent battery life and top-rated portability; however, it is heavier than the Razer Book 13, which also offers good performance CPU, plenty of RAM, and a touch-enabled screen, making it versatile with its lighter weight and similarly ample battery life.
Gaming and AI
7.0/10
6.2/10
5.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
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
8.0/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) is good for gaming and AI, while the Razer Book 13 is only fair.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 with its M2 Pro GPU and higher screen refresh rate excels in 3D applications, while the Razer Book 13's Iris Xe graphics is less powerful but still suitable for less demanding games; however, keep in mind that the MacBook's MacOS might not support many popular games which are available on the Razer's Windows operating system.
Engineering and Design
8.4/10
7.1/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
5.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) is very good for engineering and design, while the Razer Book 13 is good.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) outshines the Razer Book 13 for engineering and design due to its more powerful M2 Pro CPU and dedicated GPU, essential for demanding software, enhanced by a superior Mini LED screen providing greater color accuracy and brightness. While the Razer Book 13 still delivers commendable performance with its Intel i7 processor and integrated graphics suitable for lighter tasks, its IPS screen, though high quality, doesn't match the MacBook's display capabilities; however, it offers slightly better battery life and a touch screen option, which may benefit certain design workflows.
Content Creation
8.5/10
7.6/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) is very good for content creation, while the Razer Book 13 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
8.4/10
7.5/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) is very good for software development, while the Razer Book 13 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
7.3/10
14.2in
SIZE
13.4in
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
489.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 has a better screen than the Razer Book 13 for general use, AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 has exceptional color accuracy and a high-resolution, bright display that benefits users in general tasks and professional design work with its wide color gamut, but its standard refresh rate limits the smoothness needed for 3D applications. The Razer Book 13 also offers a high-resolution screen with good brightness for everyday tasks and moderate color gamut coverage suitable for engineering and design, yet its gaming and 3D performance is held back by a lack of a high refresh rate. These features determine how well the screen reproduces color and detail for various tasks, with tradeoffs based on the specific needs of different user groups.
Build Quality
10.0/10
8.5/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) has best in class build quality, while the Razer Book 13 has very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,700
$1,389
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) has a price of $1,700 and the Razer Book 13 costs $1,389.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 has 13.5 hours of battery life. The Razer Book 13 has 14 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
Excellent
14.2in
SIZE
13.4in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Razer Book 13 to have excellent portability, while the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) and the Razer Book 13 compare to other laptops
"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 Razer Book is like an XPS 13, but faster. The Book 13 combines the design philosophy and performance of a Blade Stealth with the 16:10 display of a Dell XPS 13 for an impressive piece of hardware. Office users who want something more stylish than the typical Dell, HP or Lenovo will certainly find themselves drawn to this Razer subnotebook. If your priorities are to have the best-looking and fastest 13-inch laptop in the office over auxiliary features, however, then the Book 13 proudly fulfills that niche."
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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 Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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