Should I switch from iPad to a Windows laptop instead of a MacBook?

gulmatan wrote:

But, that's the point. I'm asking Apple users so that I can obtain answers directly related to iPad and MacBook as they compare to Surface or even Windows laptops.

If you are looking for a recommendation of what you should get on an Apple Support site for an Apple device from a power perspective, it is going to be a Mac hands down. An iPad is a great portable device for tasks like reading emails, books, web browsing, games in the App Store, etc, but if you are looking to directly connect a printer or scanner (without AirPrint), perform studio grade video editing, medical imaging (OsiriX), or act as an AirPlay receiver then the Mac is the way to go.

If you are looking to choose which Windows device you should get, then you are better served on a Windows Support site where you can ask for a specific recommendation.

If you are looking for a comparison between the Windows ecosystem and Apple ecosystem, then you should do research on an independent third party site where bias is not taken into account. I have found Consumer Reports to be very helpful although it does require a subscription for most content. That is how they avoid the bias by relying on advertising dollars to influence their decision making.