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MacBook Pro vs MacBook Air
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<blockquote data-quote="iTz inThezone" data-source="post: 1545914" data-attributes="member: 311771"><p>Hey,</p><p></p><p>It really depends on what you are looking to use the computer for. Are you going to be using it for just Internet, and basic programs. Or are you occasionally going to be using programs that require more RAM, and more processing power? </p><p></p><p>In July I purchased the Mid-2012 MBP 2.9GHz i7, 4GB RAM, 256 GB SSD not retina. Since then I have upgraded the RAM to 16GB. And most recently, I have upgraded to OS X Mavericks. Mavericks compresses RAM, so 4GB (from what I hear) might not be able satisfy your needs. I have heard of people with 2 year old Mac's having trouble running Mavericks on their machines, because of the low RAM. So getting either the MBA or the MBP I would highly recommend getting maybe 8GB of RAM. </p><p></p><p>--The Macbook Air</p><p>-The reason that I didn't get the air was that I just wanted something bigger. I really dont have anything against it, it is just a little too thin for my liking. Plus, I needed something that could handle video/music production a lot better. </p><p></p><p>-For simple tasks, this computer is a great choice, and is a well priced item for what you are getting. The hardware and build qualities are great. </p><p></p><p>--The Macbook Pro</p><p>-Power is power. The processor is faster, but the HD not so much. My MBP was the first computer that I owned with a SSD. This type of drive, especially with Mavericks, will blow your socks off. It is just quick. The MBP is a powerhouse. </p><p></p><p>-It handles everything that I throw at it. People say that the intel 4000 cant put up to certain things... Here is a list of what I use my MBP for.</p><p>-Pages, Numbers, Keynote</p><p>-Minecraft</p><p>-Call of Duty 4</p><p>-GTA 4</p><p>-Logic Pro X</p><p>-Final Cut Pro</p><p>-GoPro Cineform</p><p>-Adobe PhotoShop CS5</p><p></p><p>It can handle everything just fine. Im sure the i5 can run things just as well. </p><p></p><p>I might have a slight bias, but trust me, the MBP is the way to go. You did not specify your budget so I might have just been rambling on here for no reason. </p><p></p><p>The Retina Macbook Pro is also a good computer, the reason I did not get one was because a friend of mine had gotten one right when they came out, and there was problems with the screens. </p><p></p><p></p><p>If I was in your position, I would pickup the new base model Retina MBP. </p><p>-2.4GHz i5 with TB up to 2.9GHz</p><p>-****8GB RAM**** (+$100)</p><p>-128GB SSD</p><p>-Intel Iris graphics. </p><p></p><p>Once again it comes down to what you need. I have learned that it is better to get it upgraded up as much as you possibly can. Later you wont regret having that extra power, if you come across something that will need it. </p><p></p><p></p><p>(If you do go for the Retina, make sure you are positive about the configuration that you are getting, seeing as the parts are permanently attached to the motherboard, you can't change things yourself.)</p><p></p><p></p><p>-iTz</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="iTz inThezone, post: 1545914, member: 311771"] Hey, It really depends on what you are looking to use the computer for. Are you going to be using it for just Internet, and basic programs. Or are you occasionally going to be using programs that require more RAM, and more processing power? In July I purchased the Mid-2012 MBP 2.9GHz i7, 4GB RAM, 256 GB SSD not retina. Since then I have upgraded the RAM to 16GB. And most recently, I have upgraded to OS X Mavericks. Mavericks compresses RAM, so 4GB (from what I hear) might not be able satisfy your needs. I have heard of people with 2 year old Mac's having trouble running Mavericks on their machines, because of the low RAM. So getting either the MBA or the MBP I would highly recommend getting maybe 8GB of RAM. --The Macbook Air -The reason that I didn't get the air was that I just wanted something bigger. I really dont have anything against it, it is just a little too thin for my liking. Plus, I needed something that could handle video/music production a lot better. -For simple tasks, this computer is a great choice, and is a well priced item for what you are getting. The hardware and build qualities are great. --The Macbook Pro -Power is power. The processor is faster, but the HD not so much. My MBP was the first computer that I owned with a SSD. This type of drive, especially with Mavericks, will blow your socks off. It is just quick. The MBP is a powerhouse. -It handles everything that I throw at it. People say that the intel 4000 cant put up to certain things... Here is a list of what I use my MBP for. -Pages, Numbers, Keynote -Minecraft -Call of Duty 4 -GTA 4 -Logic Pro X -Final Cut Pro -GoPro Cineform -Adobe PhotoShop CS5 It can handle everything just fine. Im sure the i5 can run things just as well. I might have a slight bias, but trust me, the MBP is the way to go. You did not specify your budget so I might have just been rambling on here for no reason. The Retina Macbook Pro is also a good computer, the reason I did not get one was because a friend of mine had gotten one right when they came out, and there was problems with the screens. If I was in your position, I would pickup the new base model Retina MBP. -2.4GHz i5 with TB up to 2.9GHz -****8GB RAM**** (+$100) -128GB SSD -Intel Iris graphics. Once again it comes down to what you need. I have learned that it is better to get it upgraded up as much as you possibly can. Later you wont regret having that extra power, if you come across something that will need it. (If you do go for the Retina, make sure you are positive about the configuration that you are getting, seeing as the parts are permanently attached to the motherboard, you can't change things yourself.) -iTz [/QUOTE]
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