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Engadget: The downsides of switching from a MacBook to Windows

Engadget outlines the pitfalls of moving from macOS to Windows, from hardware inconsistency and battery life to the current mess in Windows 11.

AI News Feed · 2026-09-08 01:46

Apple's vertical integration is contrasted with the fragmented nature of Windows hardware. MacBooks are known for a polished, unified experience, but budget Windows laptops often use plastic that bends and creaks. However, the article points out premium options like the Dell XPS 13 with an aluminum chassis and Asus Zenbook A16 with custom "ceraluminum" material. Windows also offers more touchscreen and 3-in-1 designs, but most x86-based Windows laptops struggle with battery life compared to Apple's ARM-based M-series chips. ARM-powered Windows machines from Qualcomm and MediaTek are improving, though software compatibility remains a risk.

The analysis highlights positives as well: Windows laptops come in far greater variety, including gaming-oriented models, and generally provide more ports and user-upgradeable RAM and storage. MacBooks, by contrast, use M-series SoCs with soldered components that cannot be upgraded.

The article also criticizes the current state of Windows 11, saying Microsoft has stuffed the operating system with unwanted AI features while failing to address long-standing issues with system overhead and UI performance. Recent updates have focused on improving usability, but the operating system still feels messy to some users.