Macbook Pro 2014 upgrade ssd

[Macaroni1234]

I recently ordered a 2014 13 inch Retina Macbook Pro with the base 128gb ssd. I didn't feel the larger 256 or 512 ssd was worth the extra cost. I upgraded to the i7 processor because I do finance and enjoy video editing. So with the education discount the total price came to around $1750. I was originally just going to use an external drive, however upon browsing the refurbished store, I came across a late 2013 model with identical specs, apart from a very very minor, basically unnoticiable cpu differences (3.0 Ghz i7 vs 2.8 ghz i7). Except the refurbished 2013 model has a 512gb ssd, for about $150 dollars more tax included. So, do you think I should return the one I have now and order the 2013?

Thanks in advance.

 

[chas_m]

There is probably some other difference you are overlooking, since 512GB SSDs are pretty expensive options from Apple. Perhaps that one is a dual-core and yours is a quad-core, for example?

 

[Macaroni1234]

There is probably some other difference you are overlooking, since 512GB SSDs are pretty expensive options from Apple. Perhaps that one is a dual-core and yours is a quad-core, for example?

I don't think I overlooking anything, there aren't any quad-core 13 inch macbook pros so it isn't that.
The one I boughtNew Mid-2014)~$1750

3.0GHz Dual-core Intel Core i7, Turbo Boost up to 3.5GHz
• 8GB 1600MHz DDR3L SDRAM
• 128GB PCIe-based Flash Storage
• Intel Iris Graphics

Refurbished(Refurbished Late 2013)~$1900

Refurbished 13.3-inch MacBook Pro 2.8GHz Dual-core Intel i7 with Retina Display
8GB of 1600MHz DDR3L SDRAM
512GB Flash Storage1
Intel Iris Graphics

 

[chas_m]

Ah, there is a difference. PCI-e based flash -- waaaay faster than conventional flash storage. Roughly speaking, PCIe flash is about 2x the speed of conventional flash (the 2013 unit).

 

[zeppo]

Macbook Pro Retina i7, 128GB SSD and 8 GB memory only $1469 Education pricing.

Either way, seems like a lot of shipping and tax cost to get it up to $1750.

 

[Macaroni1234]

There is probably some other difference you are overlooking, since 512GB SSDs are pretty expensive options from Apple. Perhaps that one is a dual-core and yours is a quad-core, for example?

I don't think its that either. It says PCIe flash storage in the description when you scroll down of the 2013 model. I'm also fairly certain all macbook pros released after late 2013 use PCIe-based flash storage,

 

[Macaroni1234]

Macbook Pro Retina i7, 128GB SSD and 8 GB memory only $1469 Education pricing.

Either way, seems like a lot of shipping and tax cost to get it up to $1750.

Free shipping, but in Canada the base price is $100 dollars more, plus high taxes.

 

[MadForMac]

new way to Double your onboard Mac Storage. Especially useful 4 new retina's & airs

SO I recently ran into the same problem this could solve a lot of problems I was also told that my particular Retina 13, late 2013, 2.4GHZ, 256GB SSD, wouldn’t support a drive larger than 256GB.

Quote from apple support MacBook Pro Retina Chat Transcript
“IF you click on the link under the word “storage” you see the 2.4GHZ - it does not say configurable beyond the 256GB.”

Some class mates of mine recently came up with a solution. TarDisk just launched an upgrade option on Kickstarter that will let you double (or even triple a 128GB SSD) onboard storage.. by adding 256GB instantly and easily. TarDisk 256 is the Rolls Royce of upgrades.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/968674372/tardisk-256gb-macbook-storage-expansion-module

TarDisk is using the same methods and machines that apple uses for their Uni-Body build Steve Jobs said, “Apple has invented a whole new way of building notebooks from a single block of aluminum." well TarDisk has invented a whole new way of building digital flash storage form MacBook's from a single block of aluminum. Each TarDisk is carved from a single aluminum block with precision CNC lathes that specialize in making aerospace components. Then like MacBooks they are glass bead blasted and anodized. TarDisk is a stunning device that looks as good as your mac the aluminum is solid attractive protective and serves as a heat sink. TarDisk’s new 256GB is extremely fast and responsive and stunning.
Team TarDisk has been working on this project for about a year now and they have made an amazing much needed storage solution. TarDisk is currently raising funds on Kickstarter, producing a 256GB in a chip small enough to sit flush in all MacBook models with sd ports and they have an easy app in apple app store free for identification. The chip and case combined makes for one of the nicest products i have ever seen. If you have a MacBook you need to check those guys out and spread the word.
I got to test dive this new drive and its faster than my usb3 seagate pocket drive.

Also TarDisk was just featured in Geeky Gadgets TarDisk 256GB MacBook Storage Expansion (video)

 

[Johnmarc9912]

SO I recently ran into the same problem this could solve a lot of problems I was also told that my particular Retina 13, late 2013, 2.4GHZ, 256GB SSD, wouldn’t support a drive larger than 256GB.

Quote from apple support MacBook Pro Retina Chat Transcript
“IF you click on the link under the word “storage” you see the 2.4GHZ - it does not say configurable beyond the 256GB.”

Some class mates of mine recently came up with a solution. TarDisk just launched an upgrade option on Kickstarter that will let you double (or even triple a 128GB SSD) onboard storage.. by adding 256GB instantly and easily. TarDisk 256 is the Rolls Royce of upgrades.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/968674372/tardisk-256gb-macbook-storage-expansion-module

TarDisk is using the same methods and machines that apple uses for their Uni-Body build Steve Jobs said, “Apple has invented a whole new way of building notebooks from a single block of aluminum." well TarDisk has invented a whole new way of building digital flash storage form MacBook's from a single block of aluminum. Each TarDisk is carved from a single aluminum block with precision CNC lathes that specialize in making aerospace components. Then like MacBooks they are glass bead blasted and anodized. TarDisk is a stunning device that looks as good as your mac the aluminum is solid attractive protective and serves as a heat sink. TarDisk’s new 256GB is extremely fast and responsive and stunning.
Team TarDisk has been working on this project for about a year now and they have made an amazing much needed storage solution. TarDisk is currently raising funds on Kickstarter, producing a 256GB in a chip small enough to sit flush in all MacBook models with sd ports and they have an easy app in apple app store free for identification. The chip and case combined makes for one of the nicest products i have ever seen. If you have a MacBook you need to check those guys out and spread the word.
I got to test dive this new drive and its faster than my usb3 seagate pocket drive.

Also TarDisk was just featured in Geeky Gadgets TarDisk 256GB MacBook Storage Expansion (video)

That is literally just an over the counter sd card in a fancy aluminum cover. What a scam. Must be designed by the Harvard school of business rather than engineering.