# snapdragon

ASUS Zenbook A14 (2026) vs MacBook Air M5: Which Sub-$1,500 Laptop Actually Saves You Money?

Two featherweight laptops launched in 2026 — ASUS Zenbook A14 (Snapdragon X2 Elite) and MacBook Air 13 (M5) — both above $1,000. Here is the cost-per-year view across weight, battery, performance, and resale.

Apple iPad Pro M5 (2025) vs Microsoft Surface Pro 11: Which $1,300+ 2-in-1 Actually Saves You Money?

iPad Pro 13" M5 ($1,299) vs Microsoft Surface Pro 11 Snapdragon X Elite ($1,499+). Both are premium 2-in-1s above $1,300, but the silicon, OS, accessory cost, and repair story diverge hard. Here is the cost-per-year view.