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iMac G5 vs PowerMac G4 - Which to keep?
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<blockquote data-quote="chscag" data-source="post: 717957" data-attributes="member: 46727"><p>The G5 is going to be faster with its larger L2 cache and overall CPU and bus speed even though the HD is smaller in capacity than the G4. You can always install a larger hard drive.</p><p></p><p>Also I might point out that many folks think a machine with two CPUs is better, however, if software is not compiled to make use of both CPUs (most software is not) it really doesn't matter.</p><p></p><p>In my opinion, the G5 will give you better service. Since you're going to be working with large images, purchasing a large external hard drive to store them might be a good option. Large USB 2 and Firewire drives have come down considerably in price.</p><p></p><p>Regards.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="chscag, post: 717957, member: 46727"] The G5 is going to be faster with its larger L2 cache and overall CPU and bus speed even though the HD is smaller in capacity than the G4. You can always install a larger hard drive. Also I might point out that many folks think a machine with two CPUs is better, however, if software is not compiled to make use of both CPUs (most software is not) it really doesn't matter. In my opinion, the G5 will give you better service. Since you're going to be working with large images, purchasing a large external hard drive to store them might be a good option. Large USB 2 and Firewire drives have come down considerably in price. Regards. [/QUOTE]
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