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Apple Computing Products:
macOS - Notebook Hardware
Mac Book Pro vs iMac
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<blockquote data-quote="Kash" data-source="post: 395247" data-attributes="member: 23444"><p>There is a performance hit going from 7200RPM to 5400RPM, but you also have to keep in mind that the faster drive sucks up more battery power, not to mention the increase in heat from the faster spinning platters. </p><p></p><p>For a notebook, I would definitely suggest sticking with a 5400RPM drive. It'll work just fine for the work you want to do. The only reason to go for a 7200RPM drive is if your Macbook Pro will be on a charger 90% of the time and you absolutely need the small increase in performance. </p><p></p><p>Also note that 7200RPM drives don't have as much capacity as 5400RPM drives</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Kash, post: 395247, member: 23444"] There is a performance hit going from 7200RPM to 5400RPM, but you also have to keep in mind that the faster drive sucks up more battery power, not to mention the increase in heat from the faster spinning platters. For a notebook, I would definitely suggest sticking with a 5400RPM drive. It'll work just fine for the work you want to do. The only reason to go for a 7200RPM drive is if your Macbook Pro will be on a charger 90% of the time and you absolutely need the small increase in performance. Also note that 7200RPM drives don't have as much capacity as 5400RPM drives [/QUOTE]
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