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<blockquote data-quote="voided3" data-source="post: 381174" data-attributes="member: 29663"><p>The major difference between the two is the graphics, and it sounds like you won't be doing anything too graphics intensive. The Macbook has Intel integrated graphics that share system RAM whereas the MBP has a Radeon X1600 with either 128 or 256 of dedicated graphics RAM. Another factor is the smaller 13.3" screen on the Macbook as opposed to the 15.4" and 17" on the MBP in addition to the obvious differences in enclosures and keyboards. I have a MBP and there are some things I like about the Macbook more like the magnetic lid and durable enclosure, but I really like the larger screen, backlight keyboard, and upgraded graphics; it makes playtime quite enjoyable <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /> Otherwise, I would say try out both at a store or if you have a few buds that have them, ask to check them out. If you go the Macbook route, I would highly recommend upgrading the RAM to 2GB since using high end audio programs can really eat RAM in a hurry, but bear in mind the MBP comes standard with 2GB now (I don't think you would need to upgrade to 3GB, especially since it is quite expensive right now and you can always upgrade later when the price goes down and, of course, if you need it if you decide to run Parallels along with large apps at the same time or something of that nature). Try out both if you can and if one feels right, it probably is the right one (and if it fits your budget!). Good luck!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="voided3, post: 381174, member: 29663"] The major difference between the two is the graphics, and it sounds like you won't be doing anything too graphics intensive. The Macbook has Intel integrated graphics that share system RAM whereas the MBP has a Radeon X1600 with either 128 or 256 of dedicated graphics RAM. Another factor is the smaller 13.3" screen on the Macbook as opposed to the 15.4" and 17" on the MBP in addition to the obvious differences in enclosures and keyboards. I have a MBP and there are some things I like about the Macbook more like the magnetic lid and durable enclosure, but I really like the larger screen, backlight keyboard, and upgraded graphics; it makes playtime quite enjoyable :-) Otherwise, I would say try out both at a store or if you have a few buds that have them, ask to check them out. If you go the Macbook route, I would highly recommend upgrading the RAM to 2GB since using high end audio programs can really eat RAM in a hurry, but bear in mind the MBP comes standard with 2GB now (I don't think you would need to upgrade to 3GB, especially since it is quite expensive right now and you can always upgrade later when the price goes down and, of course, if you need it if you decide to run Parallels along with large apps at the same time or something of that nature). Try out both if you can and if one feels right, it probably is the right one (and if it fits your budget!). Good luck! [/QUOTE]
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