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Decided to buy another MacBook Pro, used this time. Analytical work!
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<blockquote data-quote="iggibar" data-source="post: 1820921" data-attributes="member: 97843"><p>So, I bought my new 15" MBP the other month, and I realized it's too nice to use for work <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite8" alt=":D" title="Big grin :D" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":D" /></p><p></p><p>I wanted to buy something that was as cheap as possible, but still had a core i7 processor.</p><p></p><p>I first went on CraigsL and bought what was supposed to be a "MINT" 13" MBP that had "always been in a protective case" for $280. I made the mistake of trusting his words and not doing a deep inspection, as well as rushing to buy it almost at midnight. I know, right! Stupid move. After taking the case off, it was VERY clear that it had been dropped, and after turning it on, the EFI warning came on. In the end, I got my money back.</p><p></p><p>Right after that, I ordered a 15" MBP i7 on ebay for $251. This wasn't an abnormal price, and it was a featured sale item on the daily deals. It was listed in good condition with a "B" rating. I was madly disappointed to find that this B rating includes DEEP scratches, dents, and missing RAM! Quickly returned that, even though it ran fine. </p><p></p><p>I had come to the realization that I needed to re-evaluate this situation, and eliminate some models. If you ever thought choosing between a new MacBook Pro was hard, wait until you have to choose from used ones. </p><p></p><p>I tried narrowing down my decision from Macbook Pro models from 2010 to 2014.</p><p>All models that had GPU issues were of no interest(2012-early 2013 Retina, and unibody 2011)</p><p>All standard resolution models were of very little interest, unless the price was too good.</p><p>It either needed to be a retina screen or the hi-res matte screen.</p><p>It needed to have 16gb of ram.</p><p>Having a dedicated GPU was not important as long as it has 16gb, but still wanted it.</p><p>I don't care if the retina models have the anti-coating issue.(easy fix)</p><p>Listing had to have photos of actual MBP being sold. No if, ands, or buts about it.</p><p> </p><p></p><p>In helping decide, I put together a spreadsheet with price, specs, performance, pricing, and general info. This helped my in deciding, and I easily learned which models sell QUICK! </p><p></p><p>[ATTACH=full]29875[/ATTACH]</p><p>I also added my 15" retina as comparison, and added a color gradient for performance as a quick visual. This allows for an interesting point of view on how performance has improved.</p><p></p><p>I wish I could add to this spreadsheet to include many more models across many more years. It's very insightful info. </p><p></p><p>I narrowed it down to either a "Late 2013" to 2014 retina 15", 2012 uni-MBP, or 2010 uni-MBP.</p><p></p><p>In the end, I bought a Late 2013 retina MacBook Pro Core i7 2.3Ghz, 16gb RAM, 500gb SSD, and Nvidia GT750M 2gb GDDR5. It's in great physical condition and cost $550! This sell FAST on ebay. I missed out on one identically specced out, so I pulled the trigger quick on this one after going through the listing with a fine comb.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="iggibar, post: 1820921, member: 97843"] So, I bought my new 15" MBP the other month, and I realized it's too nice to use for work :D I wanted to buy something that was as cheap as possible, but still had a core i7 processor. I first went on CraigsL and bought what was supposed to be a "MINT" 13" MBP that had "always been in a protective case" for $280. I made the mistake of trusting his words and not doing a deep inspection, as well as rushing to buy it almost at midnight. I know, right! Stupid move. After taking the case off, it was VERY clear that it had been dropped, and after turning it on, the EFI warning came on. In the end, I got my money back. Right after that, I ordered a 15" MBP i7 on ebay for $251. This wasn't an abnormal price, and it was a featured sale item on the daily deals. It was listed in good condition with a "B" rating. I was madly disappointed to find that this B rating includes DEEP scratches, dents, and missing RAM! Quickly returned that, even though it ran fine. I had come to the realization that I needed to re-evaluate this situation, and eliminate some models. If you ever thought choosing between a new MacBook Pro was hard, wait until you have to choose from used ones. I tried narrowing down my decision from Macbook Pro models from 2010 to 2014. All models that had GPU issues were of no interest(2012-early 2013 Retina, and unibody 2011) All standard resolution models were of very little interest, unless the price was too good. It either needed to be a retina screen or the hi-res matte screen. It needed to have 16gb of ram. Having a dedicated GPU was not important as long as it has 16gb, but still wanted it. I don't care if the retina models have the anti-coating issue.(easy fix) Listing had to have photos of actual MBP being sold. No if, ands, or buts about it. In helping decide, I put together a spreadsheet with price, specs, performance, pricing, and general info. This helped my in deciding, and I easily learned which models sell QUICK! [ATTACH=FULL]29875[/ATTACH] I also added my 15" retina as comparison, and added a color gradient for performance as a quick visual. This allows for an interesting point of view on how performance has improved. I wish I could add to this spreadsheet to include many more models across many more years. It's very insightful info. I narrowed it down to either a "Late 2013" to 2014 retina 15", 2012 uni-MBP, or 2010 uni-MBP. In the end, I bought a Late 2013 retina MacBook Pro Core i7 2.3Ghz, 16gb RAM, 500gb SSD, and Nvidia GT750M 2gb GDDR5. It's in great physical condition and cost $550! This sell FAST on ebay. I missed out on one identically specced out, so I pulled the trigger quick on this one after going through the listing with a fine comb. [/QUOTE]
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