Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 10 · 16GB · 1TB SSD · Silver
Core i9-14900HX · 16GB · 2025
MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 16GB
M3 Max · 16GB · 2023
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 10 · 16GB · 1TB SSD · Silver lands at 93 and MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 16GB at 93. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 10 · 16GB · 1TB SSD · Silver if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
Pick MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 16GB if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPerformance
TieCPU + GPU muscle for demanding work
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Battery life
TieUnplugged endurance for travel and campus
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Portability
TieWeight, size, and carry-everywhere comfort
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Display
TiePanel quality for creative and media work
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
TieSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 10 · 16GB · 1TB SSD · Silver | MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 16GB |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | ▲ Core i9-14900HX | M3 Max |
| RAM | 16GB | 16GB |
| Release year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Storage | 1TB SSD | — |
| Color | Silver | — |
Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 10 · 16GB · 1TB SSD · Silver
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 16GB
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
FAQ: Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 10 · 16GB · 1TB SSD · Silver vs MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 16GB
Which is better, Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 10 · 16GB · 1TB SSD · Silver or MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 16GB? +
Both score 93 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 10 · 16GB · 1TB SSD · Silver worth the price? +
At $2,999, Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 10 · 16GB · 1TB SSD · Silver delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in cpu.
Is MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 16GB worth the price? +
At $3,199, MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 16GB delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in cpu.
Does Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 10 · 16GB · 1TB SSD · Silver or MacBook Pro 14 M3 Max · 16GB last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.