But the loudest stock in the market isn't always the best one for dividend investors. So let's see which dividend stock is better: Apple or HP? Hewlett-Packard split into the two companies in 2015, with HP Inc. keeping the PC and printing business. Business Breakdown: Apple Dominates While HP Finds Its NicheApple built a strong business through its ecosystem. Aside from that, the company earns recurring income from subscription-based services such as iCloud, Apple Music, and AppleCare.