Is powder laundry detergent and borax the same?

No, powdered laundry detergent and borax are not the same. Powdered laundry detergent is specifically designed for cleaning clothes, while borax is a naturally occurring mineral compound that can be used as a cleaning agent, laundry booster, or insect repellent. Borax can sometimes be an ingredient in powdered laundry detergent, but they serve different purposes.