Buy an iPad or MacBook - a comparison

Should you buy an iPad or would you rather buy a MacBook? In this practical tip, we compare both Apple products for you.

iPad small MacBook: The iPad as a mobile companion

If you are unsure whether you should buy an iPad or a MacBook, the following technical details will help you in the comparison:

• Size and weight: The iPad Air 2 is delivered with a size of 240x169.5x6.1 mm, a weight of about 437g and a screen size of 24.63 cm.
• Display: A latest generation retina display was installed here. It has a 9.7 "multi-touch display with LED backlighting and has a resolution of 2048x1536 pixels.
• Processor: The iPad contains an A8X chip with 64-bit architecture, which ensures fast entertainment.
• Battery: With the iPad you can surf the web for an average of 10 hours while you are in the WLAN. The battery lasts for 9 hours via the mobile network.
• Camera: The iPad has an 8 megapixel HD camera on the outside and a 1.2 megapixel camera on the inside. These allow them to record HD videos and operate high quality video telephony.
• Storage: Apple offers three models of the iPad - 16, 64 or 128GB storage space are available.
• Operating system: The iPad is delivered with the latest iOS 8 version. This is specially tailored to each device and responds at any time without delay.
• Use: With the iPad you can comfortably read newspapers, write emails, look at pictures or use smaller games.

MacBook stronger iPad: MacBook as a powerful work machine

The MacBook can also convince with its notebook processor and its larger display.

• Size and weight: The latest version of the MacBook has a screen size of 30.5 cm and weighs just 0.92 kg.
• Display: A latest generation retina display was also installed here. The MacBook has a 12 "display with LED backlighting and can realize a resolution of 2304x1440 pixels.
• Processor: The MacBook has an Intel M processor with a clock frequency of 1.1 to 1.3 GHz. This dual core processor can be operated at a much higher clock frequency for a short time. However, the device warms up quickly.
• Battery: The MacBook has similar runtimes to the iPad - 9 hours for wireless surfing or 10 hours of iTunes movie playback are possible.
• Camera: The camera in the MacBook "only" allows you to record 480p videos.
• Storage: The flat MacBook comes with 8GB of RAM and 256 or 512GB SSD storage.
• Operating system: Apple offers the latest OS X version Yosemite for the MacBook.
• Use: Compared to the iPad, the MacBook is primarily intended for more performance-intensive tasks such as larger games or streaming. The keyboard and larger screen make office tasks faster than on the iPad.

Conclusion: buy iPad or MacBook?

Both the iPad and the MacBook have their advantages. When should you access which device?

• Both the iPad and the MacBook perform their tasks without stuttering or delays. You should buy an iPad if you want to work on small tasks and games on the go. The MacBook is a reliable and powerful companion for working at a desk, at school or at university.
• The size of the MacBook limits its mobility. The very low height makes it disappear in every pocket, but a folding screen on the couch or on the train doesn't always make sense. Here, the iPad is the more comfortable choice.

This comparison refers to the MacBook 2015 and the iPad Air 2. If you want to buy an iPad, we will clarify in the next practical tip for you whether iPad insurance is worthwhile. Tip: You can also find Apple products cheaply at Mactrade. Save money on your next purchase with our vouchers.