All-in-One PC for Education
If you’re choosing between a Windows all-in-one PC and the new iMac M4 (or upcoming M5), here’s the truth:
Both are great — but for totally different people.
Pick an iMac if you want the smoothest Apple experience and premium performance.
Pick Windows AIO if you want more options, better pricing, and business flexibility.
| Feature | Windows All-in-One | iMac M4/M5 |
| Price | More budget-friendly | Premium |
| Performance | Varies by model | Fast and consistent |
| Best for | Office, school, business | Creators, Apple users |
| Upgrades | Sometimes possible | Almost none |
| Software | Windows-only apps | macOS + Apple tools |
| Ecosystem | Works with everything | Best with iPhone/iPad |
iMac = premium simplicity
Windows AIO = freedom and variety
Choose iMac M4/M5 If…
You already use iPhone or iPad
You do photo/video/music work
You want a quiet, polished, “just works” desktop
You don’t care about upgrading later
iMac is the clean premium choice.
Choose Windows All-in-One If…
You want better value for the money
You need Microsoft and business software
You’re buying for offices or schools
You want more hardware choices and easier servicing
Windows AIO is the practical flexible choice.