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Is Apple planning to release a Macbook Pro with intel i7 processors and if so then when? Sorry if this question was already asked but I searched and couldn't find it.
Is Apple planning to release a Macbook Pro with intel i7 processors and if so then when?
So, processor speed is the only benchmark for progressive design? Interesting, I guess the featureless trackpads and plastic in dell's computers must be much better than aluminum too!
Well, while the MAC is hands down better looking, I am looking to purchase a computer, not just pretty aluminum housing. So, yup, as a processor is a core element to a computer, so to speak, I'd say it is more important than just a pretty aluminum skin. Remember what they say, it's what's on the inside that counts
Well, while the MAC is hands down better looking, I am looking to purchase a computer, not just pretty aluminum housing. So, yup, as a processor is a core element to a computer, so to speak, I'd say it is more important than just a pretty aluminum skin. Remember what they say, it's what's on the inside that counts
Also, how much cheaper is the Dell?
If you need the power now, why not snag the Dell, throw your favorite Linux distro on it and then use Virtual Box to emulate whatever OS you like? Just a thought.
By the way, I'm just curious. Which Dell is it which lists these specs ? I can't find it even by way of customization.
Doug
Way over my head. Can you really run the MAC OS on a PC?
Crimson said:Linky
Ah ok.. but it's the "Studio 17", not 15, gotcha. And perhaps I'm off on this, so tell me if I am:
MacBook Pro has:
Communications
802.11n
* Built-in AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi wireless networking2 (based on IEEE 802.11n specification); IEEE 802.11a/b/g compatible
* Bluetooth Built-in Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate)
Dell only has 802.11g and I don't see Bluetooth on their list.
And if we're nit-picking:While the Dell likely has (hopefully) 4 USB slots.* MagSafe power port
* Gigabit Ethernet port (the dell has an Ethernet port of course, right?)
* One FireWire 800 port (up to 800 Mbps)
* Three USB 2.0 ports (up to 480 Mbps)
* Mini DisplayPort
* Audio line in
* Audio line out
* ExpressCard/34 slot
* Kensington lock slot
What else:# NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics processor with 256MB of DDR3 SDRAM shared with main memory3
# NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT graphics processor with 512MB of GDDR3 memory
# Dual display and video mirroring: Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to 2560 by 1600 pixels on an external display, both at millions of colors
# iSightBuilt-in iSight camera
Yeah, the Dell has a nice 1 gig video card. This would be uber important if and likely the ONLY reason to purchase an Windows system. That is, if you're a gamer or do heavy video rendering on your laptop. Otherwise, that big ol' 1 gig video card is just wasting space. While the Mac on the other hand, has two processors. One of which is dedicated to those heavy video intensive apps.
Does the Dell's monitor do dual display and video mirroring ? IDK. So really, aside from the obviously faster, newer processor, I don't see a whole lot of gimmies with the Dell. yeah, bigger HD ok, I'll give you that. But w/e.
IMO, the Mac offers a lot of little subtle features which make the overall experience more pleasant than any other laptop/desktop I've used, and no amount of specs on a Windows machine could ever entice me after having used my Mac's.
The point was also brought up that the true power of an i7 quad core processor is likely to be held back given the tasks being thrown at it. Power in reserve is great, but still means nothing on the whole considering the bigger picture.
And one more time: It's still running Windows, not OS X.
Final price for Dell:Sub-total $2,133.00
CalculatorShipping & Handling $8.00
Shipping & Handling Discount -$8.00
CalculatorTax* $189.30
*Exemptions reflected in final checkout page only
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Total Price1 $2,322.30
The Mac before Apple care and with student discount is $2700 after is $3000 But you can get the Apple care for less if you purchase it somewhere else. can even get it $100 cheaper. So let's say $2800 making it $500 more than the Dell.
I'd take the Mac any day of the week unless I was crazy about Windows, and then the choice would be glaringly obvious.
Personally speaking though, I find a 17" laptop to be way too big. I'd save the cash and go for a 15" instead, anyway.
Doug
Crimson said:Linky
Ah ok.. but it's the "Studio 17", not 15, gotcha. And perhaps I'm off on this, so tell me if I am:
MacBook Pro has:
Dell only has 802.11g and I don't see Bluetooth on their list.
And if we're nit-picking:
While the Dell likely has (hopefully) 4 USB slots.
What else:
Yeah, the Dell has a nice 1 gig video card. This would be uber important if and likely the ONLY reason to purchase an Windows system. That is, if you're a gamer or do heavy video rendering on your laptop. Otherwise, that big ol' 1 gig video card is just wasting space. While the Mac on the other hand, has two processors. One of which is dedicated to those heavy video intensive apps.
Does the Dell's monitor do dual display and video mirroring ? IDK. So really, aside from the obviously faster, newer processor, I don't see a whole lot of gimmies with the Dell. yeah, bigger HD ok, I'll give you that. But w/e.
IMO, the Mac offers a lot of little subtle features which make the overall experience more pleasant than any other laptop/desktop I've used, and no amount of specs on a Windows machine could ever entice me after having used my Mac's.
The point was also brought up that the true power of an i7 quad core processor is likely to be held back given the tasks being thrown at it. Power in reserve is great, but still means nothing on the whole considering the bigger picture.
And one more time: It's still running Windows, not OS X.
Final price for Dell:
The Mac before Apple care and with student discount is $2700 after is $3000 But you can get the Apple care for less if you purchase it somewhere else. can even get it $100 cheaper. So let's say $2800 making it $500 more than the Dell.
I'd take the Mac any day of the week unless I was crazy about Windows, and then the choice would be glaringly obvious.
Personally speaking though, I find a 17" laptop to be way too big. I'd save the cash and go for a 15" instead, anyway.
Doug
Sorry, Doug, I wish it was as simple as you put it but lets keep it objective. MAC lacks Blu Ray, SD card readers, lacks four core processor, has smaller screen that is of no better display quality over the 1080 RGB screen, no 1333 MHz memory, etc.
System starts at $1249 pre discounts and modifications.
The Dell I've configured is $1749. On the phone with an actual sales person they applied discounts (EPP?) and got it down to about $1550 for the system outlined below.
I really want the MAC but also appreciate a truly objective discussion. Drop in a four core, even for $1k more and I'll take the MAC.
Some things the Dell has:
2 MP web cam
JBL speaker systems and sub woofer: reviewers rave about.
Blue tooth 2.1
(4) USB 2.0 compliant 4-pin ports
HDMI connector
15-pin VGA video connector
Integrated network connector 10/100/1000 LAN (RJ45)
AC adapter connector
Audio jacks (1 line-in, 1-line out, 1 Mic-in)
4-pin IEEE 1394 port
54 mm ExpressCard slot
Consumer IR
8-in-1 Media Card Reader
Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
Multi Media Card (MMC)
xD Picture Card (xD)
Hi-Density Secure Digital (SDHD)
Hi-Capacity Secure Digital (SDHC)
Memory Stick (MS)
Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO)
Secure Digital Input/Output (SDIO)
Internal Card Slots
3 Mini-Card
Software & Services
Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium, 64bit, English
Intel® Core™ i7-720QM Quad Core Processor @ 1.6GHz (2.8GHz Turbo Mode, 6MB Cache)
Microsoft® Works 9
3Yr Ltd Hardware Warranty, InHome Service after Remote Diagnosis
McAfee Security Center with VirusScan, Firewall, Spyware Removal, 15-Months
17.3” Full HD (1080p) B+RG LED Display with TrueLife™ and Camera
4GB Shared Dual Channel DDR3 at 1333MHz
1TB (2 x 500GB) Dual SATA Hard Drive (7200rpm)
Slot Load Blu-ray Disc (BD) Combo (Reads BD and Writes to DVD/CD)
Dell Wireless 1520 802.11n Half Mini-card
Soundblaster X-Fi Hi Def Audio - Software Enabled
Back-lit Keyboard
Black Chainlink
My Accessories
Dell Online Backup 2GB for 1 year
My Software & Accessories
WildTangent Games
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Studio 17 Laptop
1GB ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4650
85 Whr Lithium Ion Battery (9 cell)
Adobe® Acrobat® Reader 9.0
1Yr LoJack for Laptops Theft Protection
Dell Remote Access, free basic service