With the Black Friday deals on MacBook Airs, I’m considering selling my ASUS TUF F15 and upgrading to a MacBook Air. I could sell the ASUS for around CAD $800, and the MacBook Air is CAD $1100 plus tax.
Here’s my reasoning: I recently built a gaming desktop at home, so the laptop is now just for school and casual use like Netflix and coding projects (mostly remoting into my desktop). I love the idea of the MacBook Air’s lightweight design, amazing display, and the battery life, which is so good I wouldn’t need to carry a charger. I’m already in the Apple ecosystem with my iPhone and Apple Watch, so it feels like a natural fit.
Am I missing something here? Would this be a good move?
Zane said:
If you’re just remoting into your PC, why spend the extra $300? You could get a used ThinkPad for way less, and it would do everything you need.
I still use my laptop a lot at school, for studying, and even for watching Netflix with my girlfriend. Plus, I really like MacBook displays and the Apple ecosystem. The battery life on the M chips is insane—I wouldn’t even need a charger when I’m out.
@Daryn
A used ThinkPad would handle all of that just fine—and for way less than $800. You could even swap batteries if needed without waiting to recharge.
Zane said: @Daryn
A used ThinkPad would handle all of that just fine—and for way less than $800. You could even swap batteries if needed without waiting to recharge.
Did you just downvote me for saying that? Classic forum behavior.
Zane said: @Daryn
A used ThinkPad would handle all of that just fine—and for way less than $800. You could even swap batteries if needed without waiting to recharge.
Spending that much on a secondary device seems like overkill. You could save money by getting a used ThinkPad Carbon X1 Gen9 for around $500 USD. It’ll do everything you need, and you’d make money instead of spending more. Even refurbished MacBooks are cheaper than the deal you’re looking at.
I’m in a similar boat. I have a gaming desktop now, so my ASUS laptop barely gets used. I want a MacBook too, but it’s hard to justify it. Be prepared for trouble selling the ASUS—it might take time to find a buyer. Consider keeping the ASUS for travel and getting a Mac Mini to scratch the Apple itch. It’s cheaper and works great with a dual-monitor setup.
If you’re okay locking yourself further into the Apple ecosystem, go for it. It sounds like you’ve got gaming covered at home, so losing portable Windows access might not matter. If you can sell the ASUS for $800, the price difference for a MacBook Air isn’t bad, considering the efficiency and battery life of the M chips.
Some people here don’t understand your needs. Sure, a cheaper laptop might get the job done, but it won’t match the MacBook’s display, speakers, or battery life. If the deal is good, get the MacBook. Don’t waste time debating with trolls.