That's a weird comparison because if you wanted to buy just the M1 chip you are forced to buy a chassis, motherboard, screen, keyboard, memory, etc. which may cost more than the chip to begin with. Also the chip comes with zero documentation.
If you just want a potato chip you also need to buy the packaging. It’s documentation is also lacking.
If you just want a potato chip you also need to buy the packaging. It’s documentation is also lacking.