Ever since there were computers, you needed an operating system to make them do anything. From DOS to OS/2 to CoFW, there has always been something. However, in modern days, there are only two choices: Windows and MacOS. So, of course, there is always a debate on which is better. 

Visual presentation

Visually, MacOS and Windows are incredibly different. MacOS focuses on a more minimalistic style, as with Apple’s other products. Everything is centered, windows and menus are rounded, and it all looks good. Windows has a more complex visual style, with much more customization options for the end user. System icons are more detailed yet simple in colors, and edges are more rough and squared. Personally, I believe Windows looks better and more iconic, so the point goes to them here.

Price

The price of Windows 11 Home is $139.00, however, you are able to install it without a product key meaning technically it can be free. However, you lose some functionality. MacOS, on the other hand, is exclusive to MacBooks and Mac desktops, which range from around $1000, making Windows the better-priced one too.

Availability

Windows is available on most desktop and laptop hardware, even being compatible with some Macs. But again, MacOS is exclusive to Apple’s computers unless you count unofficial. 

Windows is available on most desktop and laptop hardware, even being compatible with some Macs. But again, MacOS is exclusive to Apple’s computers unless you count unofficial macOS installs (known as “hackintoshing”) so Windows gets another point.

Software support

Windows is available to develop  using an interface known as x86 assembly, which you can utilize for free and make executables at no cost. MacOS has a free developer SDK as well, and you can make appimage files for free. Both operating systems tie here, as they’re equivalent in this category.

Hardware support

Both Windows and MacOS require hardware drivers to be signed by Microsoft or Apple for the purpose of security. However, Windows has a feature called “Plug And Play” which has been around since Windows 98, allowing drivers to automatically set up and work for almost any component, while MacOS has a very strict list of allowed components, giving Windows the point here.

So, in the end, Windows wins with a score of five to one, but this is all opinionated.