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MacBook Pro 16 M4 Max vs Zenbook S 14 UX5406

A side-by-side readout for thickness.

Apple · MacBook Pro 16 M4 Max
16.8mm
ASUS · Zenbook S 14 UX5406
11.9mm
▲ Lead
VerdictZenbook S 14 UX5406 wins on thickness.
Context

Understanding thickness

Thickness is a numeric spec measured in mm. On this metric, lower values are generally better — smaller, lighter, thinner, or less demanding usually translates to a more comfortable or more efficient product. When comparing two products, focus on the percentage gap rather than the raw delta: a 200-unit lead means something very different at the low end of the range than at the high end. Pay attention to the unit, too — manufacturers sometimes quote peak or burst figures that are not sustained in real-world use. Cross-check the published number against independent measurements where possible, especially for performance and battery claims. Finally, remember that a single spec rarely tells the whole story; the Mars Score weighs thickness together with the rest of the spec sheet so one outlier doesn't distort the verdict.

This matchupMacBook Pro 16 M4 Max's 16.8mm is roughly 41% more than Zenbook S 14 UX5406's 11.9mm (a 4.9mm gap). Lower is better here, so Zenbook S 14 UX5406 takes the lead in real use.

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