Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro vs Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i 16 Gen 10 Aura Edition
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro
14.2" · 3024×1964 · Mini-LED
Optimal Viewing Distance 34cm
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Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i 16 Gen 10 Aura Edition
16" · 3200×2000 · OLED
Optimal Viewing Distance 37cm
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Category Ranking
Pixel Density (PPI)18in category
Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro254 PPI #2
Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i 16 Gen 10 Aura Edition236 PPI #9
189 PPI261 PPI
HDR Peak Brightness18in category
Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro1600 nits #1
Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i 16 Gen 10 Aura Edition1600 nits #1
500 nits1600 nits
DCI-P3 Color Gamut17in category
Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro97% #16
Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i 16 Gen 10 Aura Edition100% #1
97%100%
Refresh Rate
Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro120 Hz
Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i 16 Gen 10 Aura Edition120 Hz
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Summary
- Sharpness: no visible difference — Both screens exceed the retina threshold at 50cm. The Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro has 8% higher pixel density (254 vs 236 PPI), but this only becomes visible below 34cm.
- Brightness: advantage Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i 16 Gen 10 Aura Edition — The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i 16 Gen 10 Aura Edition is 67% brighter in SDR (1000 vs 600 nits), a noticeable difference for outdoor readability. HDR peak: 1600 vs 1600 nits.
Key Differences
| Specification | Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro | Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i 16 Gen 10 Aura Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 254 | 236 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 34cm | 37cm |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 96 W | 65 W |
| Screen Size | 14.2" | 16" |
| Resolution | 3024×1964 | 3200×2000 |
| Response Time | 37 ms GTG | 0.2 ms GTG |
| SDR Brightness | 600 nits | 1000 nits |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 99% · DCI-P3 97% · Adobe RGB 91% | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 100% · Adobe RGB 100% |
| Year | 2023 | 2025 |
All specifications
| Specification | Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro 2023 | Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i 16 Gen 10 Aura Edition 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 14.2" | 16" (Better) |
| Resolution | 3024×1964 | 3200×2000 (Better) |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 254 (Better) | 236 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 34cm (Better) | 37cm |
| Panel Type | Mini-LED | OLED |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | None | None |
| Response Time | 37 ms GTG | 0.2 ms GTG (Better) |
| HDR Certification | None | DisplayHDR True Black 1000 |
| SDR Brightness | 600 nits | 1000 nits (Better) |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 1600 nits | 1600 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,000,000 | 1:1,000,000 |
| Ports | 1x HDMI · USB-C | 1x HDMI · USB-C |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 96 W (Better) | 65 W |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 99% · DCI-P3 97% · Adobe RGB 91% | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 100% · Adobe RGB 100% (Better) |
| Year | 2023 | 2025 (Better) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro or Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i 16 Gen 10 Aura Edition?
The Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro has 254 PPI compared to 236 PPI for the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i 16 Gen 10 Aura Edition.
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro requires 34cm vs 37cm for the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i 16 Gen 10 Aura Edition to reach retina quality.
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Methodology & Sources
Formula: Retina distance (cm) = 3438 / PPI. Displayed values are rounded for readability.
Sources: Official manufacturer spec sheets and product pages. Specs are normalized before comparisons.
Comparison winners are calculated metric by metric (higher is better for most specs; lower is better for distance/response time).
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