Best suited machine for FCP (iMac or MacBook Pro)

Hello,

I'm planning to replace my "old Maggi"... what!? I'm the only one around here who name his computer? ;D... anyway, as I was saying, I'm planning to replace my old G5 desktop dual 2.0Ghz for a new machine.

I would love to put my hands on a brand new Mac Pro but the price is too much for my current budget so I was thinking in a more "wallet friendly" option.

I need a machine powerful enough so it can handle pretty intensive work with Final Cut Pro and 3D (mainly Blender but also a bit of Cinema 4D). This is where I need some advice.

As I said before, I cannot afford a Mac Pro, so I was thinking that my best option relies between an iMac and a MacBook Pro.

Portability is not an issue, I'm more concern about "raw power". Of course I can get an idea just by reading each machine's specs, but there must be "small details" that make the difference. Plus a quote of "users' experience" that I would like to hear so I can make a "well informed purchase".

I'll really appreciate any advice.

P.S. That's right, MAGI... as in NEON GENESIS EVANGELION... I know, I'm a nerd

You have laptop and desktop. Both would be sufficient with proper specs...it comes down to size and portability...

The iMac is more than enough power to run FCP. Additionally, if you opted for the 27" screen, you'll have more display area for your editing. I vote iMac!

iMac since it has a more power than a MBP, in both processing and graphics.

My needs are broadly similar to yours and the latest 27" iMac is more than up to the task for me. Go for the highest specs you can afford.

What will you call your new "baby" when you get it?

Ian

The i7 iMac seems to be a good choice.
I would like to get MBP but had bad experience with portable's HD and a SSD will only add to the price in return for only "a few Gigas more".

IWT said:

What will you call your new "baby" when you get it?

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That's a good question, probably I'll stick to MAGI but GEOFRONT seems a good option to me.