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At least in the two PCs I've recently researched, the Framework 13 and the X1 Carbon, I was surprised to learn that they both have a smaller battery (61Wh, 57Wh
by hamandcheese 3y ago
At least in the two PCs I've recently researched, the Framework 13 and the X1 Carbon, I was surprised to learn that they both have a smaller battery (61Wh, 57Wh, respectively) than the 14 inch MacBook Pro (70Wh).
Is there anyone even trying to build a real competitor in that size class?
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- potatolicious 3y agoI think part of the problem is that even a 1:1 match for battery capacity won't yield anywhere near the same battery life, so why bother? As a manufacturer you'd add significant weight and cost and still not be competitive with a MacBook's battery life. Windows' laptop problems start with hardware, and a lost decade of mobile x86 chips failing to optimize for power efficiency, and a commensurate lack of investment in ARM alternatives after getting burned on Windows RT.
- sliken 3y agoAgreed, if you can't match on battery life (which is hard) you have to sell it cheaper. Cheaper = smaller battery.
- hamandcheese 3y agoThe X1 carbon is a full pound lighter than the MacBook Pro 14, and has decent battery life. It could have a significantly larger battery and still be lighter than the MacBook.