Get a Mac or Ipad for college : The real choice.

Amir

It can be very difficult to choose either a new ipad or mac for college since one achieves certain things that the other doesn’t. Hope this List helps!

List of Mac:

Ideal for tasks that require more powerful computing capabilities, such as video editing, programming, graphic design, and running resource-intensive software.
Offers a full desktop operating system (macOS) with a more extensive range of software applications, including productivity tools commonly used in college settings (Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, etc.).
Features a physical keyboard, which can be more comfortable for typing long documents or writing code.
Larger screen sizes available, which can be advantageous for multitasking or viewing detailed content.
Generally, a more versatile device that can handle a wide range of tasks effectively.

List of iPad:

Highly portable and lightweight, making it convenient to carry around campus and take notes during lectures.
Excellent for consuming content, like reading textbooks, accessing online resources, and watching videos.
The iPad Pro models offer impressive processing power and are suitable for some productivity tasks, creative work, and note-taking with an Apple Pencil.
Many apps are optimized for the iPad, providing a smooth user experience and specialized functionalities.
Supports multitasking, but it may not be as seamless as on a Mac, especially for complex tasks.

Jado

Great overview! I have a MacBook Pro which has been amazing for school, entertainment, and content creation/work. iPads are also cool though and have their great qualities.

I think in general Macs are better for multi-tasking and detailed work.

iPads are great for creative work and content consumption like Amir said.

Heyo

Amir Thanks for this! This is helpful for sure. For me personally, I think it comes down to what you’ll end up using the device for more often. For developers and power users, the Mac might be a better choice, but for those pursuing creative arts, the iPad makes much more sense.

Yamilion

I like an Ipad

FilipKragulj

I used a 1st version Ipad during university and for me was the best for taking notes and study. However I needed a laptop for programming and 3D model creation as for engineering you need specific softwares so all in all it depends on what you have to do based on what you study. There’s no straight answer for anyone.