As developers, the tools we use can significantly impact our workflow and productivity. One question that often comes up is whether a MacBook or a Windows gaming laptop is better for programming and application development.
I’m curious to hear what you’ve chosen and how it has worked out for you.
If you’re using a MacBook, how has the experience been for coding, developing apps, or using various frameworks? If you’re on a Windows gaming laptop, how do you find it in terms of performance, handling development environments, and any specific tools you rely on? I’d love to hear your thoughts on what works, what doesn’t, and any tips or recommendations you’d give to others who might be deciding between the two.
Share your experiences below!
Top comments (13)
IMHO MacBookPro 13 col M1 or better CPU, with touch bar ( instead Functions keys ) is the best developer machine ever. Without mouse, because Mac TouchPad also fantastic.
I am not apple fun but that laptop is fare better than any windows laptop I was meet.
UNIX based MacOs is very good to be familiar of Linux shell also.
On work I need to use a windows laptop where run Linux on VDI ... which a bit slow. But Linux also beat the windows for development experience.
At last if need to work on windows the gitbash terminal is my friend to use near same experience as Linux.
Mac back side is 3D graphic is drain power so fast
Linux on System76 all the way!
As a new Mac user, Linux.
Linux is the best. Anyway, it depends on your preference. Mac and Windows have pro et neg avantage.
Slimbook Executive 14".
If you’re a mobile developer you actually need macbook, otherwise windows or linux could serve you well, that’s simple
If you want a conglomerate to look over your shoulder, then pick Mac or Win. Otherwise - Linux.
I use Windows. I saw a post on Reddit yesterday saying that compiling Next.js on Mac is 10 times faster than on Windows. I am considering buying a Mac Air.
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José Pablo Ramírez Vargas ・ Jul 26
In my opinion, Linux is good for developer :v. But some tools not available on Linux.
Unix
M2 Air 16gb. I don't think I'll upgrade for another 2 years at least.
I am using an M2 Macbook for more than a year know. I have become used to it. I don't find any complexity or any issue till now.