'11 mac mini, 5.1 vs 5.2

Would I be better off spending an extra 200 dollars for the 5.2?

Does the 5.1 have the capability to stream video without lag?

I bought a 5.1, its still in the wrapper, and i have a feeling i may regret not going with more video capability.

iroot4utes said:

Would I be better off spending an extra 200 dollars for the 5.2?

Does the 5.1 have the capability to stream video without lag?

I bought a 5.1, its still in the wrapper, and i have a feeling i may regret not going with more video capability.

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Two things to consider:

1. The more expensive Mac-mini has better graphics hardware (always better for longevity).
2. Instead of paying $799 for the more expensive Mac-mini...you can get it refurbished for $699:

Refurbished Mac mini 2.5GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 - Apple Store (U.S.)

- Nick

thank you, i have decided to take this one back and get the 5.2......all i could do is up the ram in the one i bought, which may help it run the more intense graphics, but seeing that i can upgrade the 5.2 to the i7 processor and it's use of a video card makes it a machine that will have more longevity.

being an owner of a '03 iMac G5 PPC, I know the frustrations of outdated processor!

Thank you!

Derick

iroot4utes said:

...being an owner of a '03 iMac G5 PPC, I know the frustrations of outdated processor!

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Of course it was outdated...it's from 2003!...pretty much any computer that's 9 years old is out-dated. Not saying 9 year-old computers are worthless...but certainly unable to do everything a 2012 computer can do!!

Nothing wrong with having to upgrade a computer after 9 years of service! Enjoy that new Mac-Mini!

- Nick