There are actually people who bought Macbook to show off, before they realized they aren't familiar with OSX at all. They are also not smart enough to get used to the new interface. So they actually went to some small computer business to have them install Windows on their Macs LOLz... True stories!
My orientation if Windows for I haven't owned a Mac. But based on what I know (and in occasional use) of a Mac, the OS seems to be hardwired so it fast since the firmware is way much faster than the virtual memory of accessing the hard drive. And since most celebrities here have an Apple instead of a pc, you can guess that it is the fashion despite the high cost compared to an ordinary laptop. But in fairness to the Macbook, it has the trademark of Apple for the best graphic resolution (photos and videos alike).
While there are certainly very much windows based laptops, the high end of windows based laptops can be quite expensive too. Back in 2008, my Dell Vostro 1500 came at $1,100 USD, and I did not even pick all the highest options they offered.
Right now I am on a Surface Pro 4, and it is in the same price range as Macbook Air and Pro depends on what components you pick for yours. Mine came at about $1,500 USD after tax, and it is only a Core i5 with 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD. If I had picked Core i7, 16GB RAM, along with 512GB or even higher SSD, the price could be almost doubled.
I have my MacBook for almost a year now, but it was a gift from my siblings. It runs fast and very responsive. I haven't had any problem. My sisters and brothers had Mac for years and they all swore on it. They didn't have to replace their laptop as I did twice already.
How long did they use their Macbooks? My Dell lasted me 7 good years.
Anyway, for me I won't even consider a Macbook unless they finally have touchscreens, and gold color for Macbook Air.
