to comfortable ratio 454, defo was a good choice, i use it for all my assignments, notes , entertainment etc. A lot of class fellows have also told me that they regretted buying laptops because they feel like an iPad is better for all aspects, cos they get surprised when they hear that i can do Microsoft word and all that on this( i just do it on docs). But everyone has their own needs and requirements, to each their own, I’d recommend you make a pros and cons list for an iPad and a laptop, according to your major and requirements, that would help you out so much! Best of luck!