This is a question we are asked almost every day. What’s better a Windows computer or an Apple Mac? Well, this is all about personal preference as both systems have advantages and disadvantages however if it comes down to price then it’s likely you’ll be spending a lot more of your hard-earned money on a Mac for a machine that doesn’t necessarily provide more output than an equivalent Windows PC.
The following table covers some of the advantages and disadvantages taking into account that Windows PC’s come in many different specifications, therefore, we base this list on similar hardware specifications.
| Pointers | Windows PC i5 CPU | Apple Mac i5 CPU |
| Appearance | more cables | pleasing, compact |
| Price | cheaper | up to twice the price |
| Reliability | variable pending usage | generally stable |
| Lifespan | variable | good |
| Used value | poor | good |
| Home use | good, multifunctional | limited software |
| Business use | more compatibility | less compatible software |
| Repair costs | lower | higher |
| Troubleshooting | potentially more difficult | mainly in house |
| Gaming | more offerings | limited |
| Virus / Malware | higher risk | lesser risk, not immune |
| Stores | everywhere | cities |
| Score | 6 | 6 |
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