Superior security and higher stability due to the control over hardware + software.Certain creative apps are Mac only, especially from the Audio / Video / Music industries.Macs 'sleep' better and 'wake up' without a fuss.Even the software updates are hassle-free. Usually, less issues with drivers, blue screens etc.iOS and Mac OS integration allows you to seamlessly continue your work from one device to another, if you are an iPhone / iPad user.In comparison, many Windows PCs offer you 5 year warranties. Even with the extended warranty option, the max you can get coverage for is 3 years.Out-of-warranty repairs are eye-wateringly expensive.Bundled free apps include an office suite, but you will still need MS Office.Further to the previous point, customisation options (hardware) are almost zero.

The newer Macbooks sadly don't offer any possibility of user upgrades.

A Mac requires lower system resources to deliver the same output.

A spec-war might not show a Mac as the leading choice for a given budget, it's the overall functionality that matters.

If you get a Macbook, odds are that some of your favourite software don't run on it. Most people will agree that MacOS provides a cleaner, purer experience.

Tighter control over the hardware and software ensures a seamless experience for the end user.

I don't know of too many 2011 Windows laptops still running. As an example, I'm typing this post from a 9 year old iMac.

More expensive to buy, although I will say Macs last longer.

This thread is to discuss the merits and demerits of each, and help others take an informed decision on what to pick. On one side, we have Mac OS, where the manufacturer has complete control over the hardware & software, while on the other hand we have Windows, which is a software that runs on machines made by other manufacturers. Some topics of discussion tend to get argumentative, and the Mac OS vs Windows is one of the most debated out there (of course, next to Android vs iOS (Android vs iOS : Which do you prefer and why?) ).

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