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Would like some advice on Mac Pro purchase
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<blockquote data-quote="iggibar" data-source="post: 1482952" data-attributes="member: 97843"><p>I've literally have spent countless hours sifting through every single Mac Pro listing on eBay. It seems that ~1200 is a low price for an well equipped MacPro3.1 or higher model. I was talking to my friend about his 2.8ghz 4-core MacPro5.1 and he might let me have it for $1200, and if I don't like it, I can give it back. I checked the benchmark scores and it scores 8839. I honestly know I will not care about gaming, so it has no role in this decision. I've been finding myself opening multiple desktops or using multiple computers to do one task that requires multiple open windows. As long as the processor speed is at least double what my MacBookPro5.1(still runs fine imo), and it has multiple graphics inputs, I will be happy. </p><p></p><p>However, 8 cores just sounds better than 4 cores. The problem is the MC3.1 2x2.8ghz 4-core(8 cores) scores less than my friend's MP5.1 with 4 cores. I personally think I will be fine with either one, but having 4 cores doesn't seem to do anything for me. I'm sure what's helping his MC5.1 score higher are faster ram and other communicating speeds. I guess that means I'll have to hunt and peck for a MC4.1 2.26ghz+ 8 core. That definitely will perform well for me<img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /> </p><p></p><p>As for the graphics, I was planning on getting gtx400 or higher card for the center screen, and two gt120 cards for the side screens. Teems setup seems to work well with the right power splitter. I guess the gpu options wont be an issue as long as I look at 2008+ MacPros. </p><p></p><p>Looks like you got a good deal with that 2.26 8 core. I wouldn't mind paying that for one right now. </p><p>From what I've been looking at, exterior condition is the largest player in resale value. All the well priced ones with good specs are in horrible exterior condition(imo).</p><p></p><p>I feel like this will give me a hernia.</p><p></p><p>If you ever come by a nice MacPro, please do not hesitate to alert me<img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="iggibar, post: 1482952, member: 97843"] I've literally have spent countless hours sifting through every single Mac Pro listing on eBay. It seems that ~1200 is a low price for an well equipped MacPro3.1 or higher model. I was talking to my friend about his 2.8ghz 4-core MacPro5.1 and he might let me have it for $1200, and if I don't like it, I can give it back. I checked the benchmark scores and it scores 8839. I honestly know I will not care about gaming, so it has no role in this decision. I've been finding myself opening multiple desktops or using multiple computers to do one task that requires multiple open windows. As long as the processor speed is at least double what my MacBookPro5.1(still runs fine imo), and it has multiple graphics inputs, I will be happy. However, 8 cores just sounds better than 4 cores. The problem is the MC3.1 2x2.8ghz 4-core(8 cores) scores less than my friend's MP5.1 with 4 cores. I personally think I will be fine with either one, but having 4 cores doesn't seem to do anything for me. I'm sure what's helping his MC5.1 score higher are faster ram and other communicating speeds. I guess that means I'll have to hunt and peck for a MC4.1 2.26ghz+ 8 core. That definitely will perform well for me:) As for the graphics, I was planning on getting gtx400 or higher card for the center screen, and two gt120 cards for the side screens. Teems setup seems to work well with the right power splitter. I guess the gpu options wont be an issue as long as I look at 2008+ MacPros. Looks like you got a good deal with that 2.26 8 core. I wouldn't mind paying that for one right now. From what I've been looking at, exterior condition is the largest player in resale value. All the well priced ones with good specs are in horrible exterior condition(imo). I feel like this will give me a hernia. If you ever come by a nice MacPro, please do not hesitate to alert me:) [/QUOTE]
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