Dell Adamo vs. MacBook Air

Design

Let’s face it: For most people, this is what it all comes down to. And it’s totally subjective. Both machines offer machined aluminum bodies, which feel solid and look amazing either way. But the MacBook Air takes the minimalist route with only an Apple logo on its lid, while Dell rolls with brushed aluminum in, intricate grilles, real glass, and two color choices: onyx or pearl. But the Air also has shaved-down edges working for it, which give it the appearance of looking much thinner than it actually is in the middle. This category can honestly go either way, but at the end of the day, we’re suckers for Apple’s iconic design and legendary build quality.

Winner: Apple MacBook Air

Left: MacBook Air; Right: Dell Adamo