Pundits have gone round and round debating the merits of or computer as, but here's the honest truth: Both can be equally powerful options for very, very different tasks. As much fun as it would be to ring up another round in the heavyweight battle that is iPad versus Mac, I say we. Instead, let's focus on what actually matters: tailoring the tasks you need to accomplish with the computer that makes sense for those tasks. • • • • The iPad and iPad Pro can be an incredible device for artists, those that need a portable cellular connection, or extreme portability. In contrast, the MacBook (and by extension, MacBook Pro) laptops are perfect for those who need a super-charged multitasking machine, a compact Mac, or a permanent keyboard solution.

Both can be ideal on planes, in coffeeshops, studying in classrooms, presenting in boardrooms, and relaxing in living rooms. But which one is ideal for you? Price Before you get into feature comparisons, it's important to consider your budget. IPad & iPad Pro The base-model $329 iPad is the cheapest computing device Apple sells, but it comes with only 32GB of storage. If you're considering this iPad, you're probably going to want to upgrade to 128GB and like the Apple Pencil and possibly a Bluetooth keyboard. Together, that's going to run you closer to $600 — and a bit more if you're considering picking up the cellular model.

That said, the higher-end iPad Pro will run you anywhere from $649 to $1229 without like the $129 or $99. MacBook & MacBook Pro The MacBook and MacBook Pro both start at $1299 and can be configured all the way up to $4199; they also offer more out-of-the-box hardware features (like a keyboard and trackpad). Bottom Line If cost is a bigger issue for you than a computer's specific features, the 9.7-inch iPad offers the most cost-effective entry point into the mobile computing space. Even if you need to purchase a physical keyboard and Pencil on the base model iPad, you'll still only spend around $600 to the MacBook Pro's entry-level $1299 price point. Size and Display. Apple sells the iPad in three* main sizes (9.7, 10.5, and 12.9', all with 4:3 aspect ratios), and the MacBook and MacBook Pro in three (12', 13', and 15', with 16:10 aspect ratios).

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What size and screen type makes the most sense for you? *Yes, there is a fourth iPad model in Apple's line, the 7.9-inch iPad mini, but we don't currently consider it a potential stand-alone computer replacement for a number of reasons. IPad & iPad Pro The base-model iPad's 9.7-inch Retina display is 2048x1536. Unlike the iPad Pro's 10.9-inch and 12.9-inch displays, the 9.7-inch iPad has no lamination on its display, no P3 color space, no ProMotion, and no TrueTone display. It's still a solid option, but it comes without many of the perks found in the higher-end models. Speaking of those higher-end models: The 10.5-inch iPad Pro P3 Wide Color display comes in at 2224x1668 at 264 pixels per inch (PPI), while the 12.9-inch is 2732x2048 (also 264 PPI). The 12-inch model is the largest iOS display Apple has ever shipped: While it's not quite as dense in pixels as iPad mini or iPhone 7 Plus, iPads are designed to be held further away than your smartphone, making the screens look roughly equal to the average eye.