7 Reasons Why PCs are Better than Macs.
Lately Apple has gained a lot of popularity everywhere. Many people are talking about switching from windows to mac and I have been in countless arguments over which is better. Note: I will write an article later about why Macs are better than PCs just to be fair.
1. Customisability
PCs are infinitely more customisable than Macs. It is very simple to build your own computer, choosing the exact parts you need to suit your needs. There are infinite combinations and choice when it comes to making a PC. If you don't want to make one, there are heaps of people who will make one for you to suit your own needs. Retailers such as Dell and HP also offer many options to customise a PC. Macs however are very limited. They often don't use the latest hardware for about a year while PCs have already had them. You don't see any Macs with Core i7's inside them. Any extras you want to add on will cost you a fortune for example adding an extra 4GB of RAM will cost you around $800 but if you had a PC, a similar upgrade for 4GB of DDR3 will cost a maximum of $200 but can be had for $150. This makes a PC much more affordable. There is so much choice out there as to parts that you can make it look however you want. Apple only offers a few variations of their computers with little customisation options at a price set way too high. Not to mention the premium you pay for the Apple logo.
2. Hardware and Software Compatibility
Many people argue that Macs have enough software to keep them going. The fact is that if you have a PC, you have way more options. You have more choice when it comes to any software or hardware. Basically every piece of software compatible with Mac is compatible with PC (except for the software made by Apple). PC has way more choice when it comes to games and any game on a PC will run better if you have a newer computer as the newest Macs have outdated Hardware. Mac users will always have to always check if the hardware or software they are buying is compatible with Mac. Yes, you can run Windows on a Mac but what is the point. If you are going to use Windows for everything then you might as well just buy a PC. Not to mention all the Office software for Mac is incredibly hard to use and completely illogical. Some basic commands which can easily be found on the Windows version of Office are incredibly difficult to find on a Mac. Not to mention Mac users don't get the slick new Ribbon interface of Office 2007.
3. Full Operating Systems
Apple charges its customers for minor updates to its Operating Systems (also known as Service Packs). Microsoft gives these out for free and only charges users for a completely new operating system. This will significantly add to the cost of your Mac if you plan to upgrade everytime Apple releases a new version of OS X. The new features which are given in these updates are pretty insignificant and none have overhauled the OS. Is it really worth the price tag?
4. Windows Explorer is Way More Powerful
Windows Explorer offers a lot more features than finder. It offers cut and paste to easily move files around as well as offering window resizing from all corners or edges instead of just one. Not to mention it is much more easier to quit a program in Windows than Mac by simply pressing the X button instead of Command+Q. Apple's maximise button doesn't even work properly.
5. Support
There are many more PC users than Mac users. This makes it very easy for anyone with problems to find someone to help them. Many people know a lot about PCs however Apple's community is limited and there are much fewer places where you can get help from. Apple support also has a history of denying a problem exists even if it clearly does. Not to mention warranty for Dells and HPs cost a lot less than Apple's Applecare.
6. OEM
Microsoft offers the OEM version of their operating system for much cheaper than the retail pack. Apple does not sell OEMs. Vista Ultimate used to retail for $799 but at the same time, the OEM cost around $280. This gives system builders much lower costs when compared to Apple's computers and when referring back to point one, much more customisable as well.
7. Deleting Shortcuts actually works
Apple has a very visual OS while Windows is more intuitive and logical. For example when you want to delete desktop shortcuts, you can just hit the delete key. When you want to do this on a Mac, you need to drag the icon to the trash can. It makes a cool effect but it is so irritating. The menu bar on the Mac is also really irritating. When you minimise a program, the menu bar stays there which also becomes annoying when trying access other things on for example Finder. This makes using a Mac a real pain to use.
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October 9th, 2009 - 03:59
I disagree. A Mac is not designed to be a Windows computer. Its designed to be a Mac. You claim in Number 4 that the maximise button doesn’t work properly. Have you ever thought that it is actually NOT a maximise button? By pressing X on a PC, you are aborting (or quitting if you like) the application. On a Mac, pressing X simply closes the window so that if you need to access the app. again, you don’t need to wait for it to load.
Lets face it.Macs have unique software that are designed to make computers more fun and intuitive for users. Who doesn’t want a poofy effect when you delete an icon from the Dock?
October 10th, 2009 - 04:48
This is the most convoluted review ever in the history of reviews, I cringed in horror reading this. Was this written by a kid?
October 10th, 2009 - 06:01
1- Null argument because, while Macs are indeed built on specific hardware, this is for stability purpose so they can make the OS work without worry of hardware incompatibility. Also, arguing that customizability is a WINDOWS strong suit isn’t correct, for there are actually some problems with doing so. Linux actually gets more out of custom builds, but that is another argument.
2- False argument. Windows has pay tools what Macs have for free. (Winrar vs. Stuffit for example)
3- Again, false. Apple builds on top of its prior OSs. Upgrades of operating systems (not called Service Packs, ever) are dirt cheap. Comparison of Leopard -> Snow Leopard update to XP -> Vista? $30 to $220 (Assuming Vista Ultimate for “full” operating system)
4- Windows Explorer is more powerful. HA. I’m not even going to humor myself with this one. But I will… Cut and paste is the same in both OSs; Correct on the resizing from one corner only on OSX, though hardly means it’s more powerful, just differently designed; “Pressing X” to quit an application has nothing to do with Finder. Pressing X on a windowed application in both Operating Systems will close said application. Pressing X on a Finder/Explorer window will close that window, performing the same task equally on both Operating Systems.
5- Apple support is damn good and there are many enthusiastic users worldwide willing to help for free. While yes, a majority of the world (90%) uses some copy of Windows, it does not mean that said majority is at all competent with said operating systems. While Dells and HPs may have better warranties than Apple (don’t know, so I cannot say either way), the extent to which Apple will do their job is astounding. Applecare for three years is a decent price, about $40. I don’t know beyond that.
6- OEM = Crap version of an OS. Apple sells one version for a reason: There is no reason for 5 different versions, each cheaper but with less stuff. Again, back to a prior cost argument.
7- Again, fail argument. To delete a file without moving it to the trash, hold down command and press delete. If I understand the author correctly, then what he is saying is false. If you minimize a window, the dock *will not* stay open (unless you have some archaic options set so it will do so, but that’s your particular fault for not disabling it).
(Naturally, I didn’t know if this was a troll or not because it was just that bad. Anyway, my arguments are based around my experiences with both Windows XP and Mac OSX, running side-by-side at the moment. I’m not trying to be a fangirl here, but some more logical and correct arguments from both sides would be nice.)
October 10th, 2009 - 06:18
1. I was merely pointing out that there is a PC to match everyones needs while Mac people have to buy a computer and there might be some features they don’t want to use. They might have parts which are excessive for their purpose but they are forced to pay the extra money for it anyway.
2. That is true but what I was saying was that there are more varieties. Take for example an anti virus (I know macs don’t need anti virus) but if I wanted to choose a suite then i would have several products to choose from whereas in a Mac, I might have only one or two choices.
3. That is only now though. The upgrade from Tiger (I think) to Leopard was $199. Often Apple claims its new OS’s add 150 or so features. These are often incredibly insignificant.
5. Apple support is good usually but for a Macbook, 3 years warranty costs $249
6. The OEM is exactly the same as the full version. It just lacks the pretty box.
7. Command+Delete is quite illogical. There is a reason for the delete key to be there. It becomes an inconvenience pressing a combination of keys to delete something. What I meant by the minimising is the menu bar still stays on top even while the window is minimised. it is kind of hard to explain.
Just so you know, I am planning on putting another article in a series of why Macs are better than PCs. I realise that Macs have a lot of pros to them as well.
October 10th, 2009 - 06:18
believe it or not, yes!
October 10th, 2009 - 07:09
@khanbm
1- Okay, that is a bit better for an argument now. Yes, I cannot disagree that some parts of a Mac can be a little over the top for what all users will use.
2- Mmmmm, a larger market share does present a larger number of people attempting to jump in on the market, though Macs are not entirely devoid of options. While it seems Windows has about 30 anti-virus options, Macs have about 12 options. Yes, it’s a smaller section of the market, but Windows represents 90% of the market whereas Macs represent about 6%.
3- Actually, the upgrade price from Tiger to Leopard for a single computer was $129 (I think), though I know that one could buy a five pack for $200. As stated earlier, the upgrade price for Leopard to Snow Leopard is about $29.
4- I’ll leave this one be then.
5- I was looking at the prices of Applecare a moment ago and found it odd. I found it listed as $300 or so on one site, yet a friend of mine cited that he had paid $40 to extend Applecare on his Macbook to the full 3 years (+2 years on top of 1 free year). So, not totally sure on the price.
6- Agh, one would wish, though it’s not true. Here are the listed differences:
- http://www.microsoft.com/uk/windows/products/windowsvista/editions/n/choose.mspx
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_Vista_editions#Comparison_chart
7- I guess it might just be a feel thing. Macs tend to provide a ton of shortcuts to (relatively) quickly switch things around. While, yes, some of the command keys are a little more arbitrary, they do in the end quicken things up. Though I just realized you were talking about the “Delete” key and not the “Backspace” key (I call both delete, for I never actually use the delete key); I don’t have a “Delete” key on my iBook, so I can’t say either way if one can delete files simple by pressing said button.
October 10th, 2009 - 07:36
Okay, I agree with your points.
November 10th, 2009 - 21:03
@Amber Killoran
5 – Gotta love how you are “not totally sure on the price” when the website itself gave you the $300 price. If the seller says that it is $300 and 10 random people say that it was $40, the product still costs $300…
6 – Open your eyes before opening your mouth. The article talks about OEM version, what you posted is completely irrelevant. Google it next time.
November 23rd, 2009 - 18:11
The only good thing I have to say about Macs, is that they are only good for media use like movie making. When it comes to networking and any other professional use, Macs should be set aside for PCs. I personally like PCs better, but I do think that Macs may be better for some other users. It doesn’t exactly make it worse than a PC, although there are many things in a Mac that make it less than satisfactory to even be considered a computer, but it makes it a basic user computer. I’ve seen Macs on a network with over 300 other computers, and it sucks big time. They are slow and unreliable pieces of crap. The networking, again, should be left to the PCs.