HP 17-by4063cl Laptop vs Apple MacBook Air M1 (13-inch)

The MacBook Air M1 is the better laptop for most people: its 2560x1600 Retina screen, 2.8 lb fanless body and long battery life beat the HP on the things you notice every day. The HP 17-by4063cl wins only on size and storage: a 17.3-inch screen, a full keyboard with number pad, and a 1TB SSD against the Air's 256GB base. Owners praise the Air's build and reliability; the HP's 1600x900 panel looks soft at that size and its 5.2 lb weight keeps it on the desk.

• Choose the HP 17-by4063cl if you want a big 17.3-inch screen with a number pad and lots of local storage, and the laptop will mostly stay at a desk.
• Choose the Apple M1 MacBook Air if you want a light, silent, long-lasting laptop with a sharp screen for writing, browsing, school and office work.