Here is a possible scenario for Apple's portable line:
The PBG4 could use the newer version of the 7440 and get speeds of say 800-933 on a 133 MHz bus. Maybe push the resolution up to 1440 x whatever it is and then a GeForce4 440 Go with at least 32 MB DDR RAM.
For the iBook, maybe get a tad lighter (especially on the 14.1 inch model) and get the new IBM 750FX "Sahara" G3s running around 800 MHz on a 100 MHz bus. Then they could put in the GeForce4 410 Go with 16 MB DDR RAM.
If I were in the market for a powerbook, I'd want the 7500. For gaming and such it's equivalent to the GF4G; but ATI's DVD playback is vastly superior, and many say their general image quality is better too.
Considering the GF4G would also require a complete mobo update as others have mentioned, I don't see Apple switching just yet.
<strong>Here is a possible scenario for Apple's portable line:
The PBG4 could use the newer version of the 7440 and get speeds of say 800-933 on a 133 MHz bus. Maybe push the resolution up to 1440 x whatever it is and then a GeForce4 440 Go with at least 32 MB DDR RAM.
For the iBook, maybe get a tad lighter (especially on the 14.1 inch model) and get the new IBM 750FX "Sahara" G3s running around 800 MHz on a 100 MHz bus. Then they could put in the GeForce4 410 Go with 16 MB DDR RAM.
Now THOSE would be some kick-ass portables.</strong><hr></blockquote>
the new G4 maxes out at 800Mhz so don't expect above that. the addition of a geforce 4 go would require a motherboard reconfiguration which is unlikely. based on that I am going to predict the following
the new G4 maxes out at 800Mhz so don't expect above that. the addition of a geforce 4 go would require a motherboard reconfiguration which is unlikely. based on that I am going to predict the following
Comments
<strong>Well, i'll bet for the radeon 7500 mobility chip. It sounds more logical , no change of mobo, no change of the drivers needed.
This choice sounds logical.
I'll see the old radeon mobility for the i book.
In this way , the i book will be improved, but the powerbook will be still superior.</strong><hr></blockquote>
i like that idea.
The PBG4 could use the newer version of the 7440 and get speeds of say 800-933 on a 133 MHz bus. Maybe push the resolution up to 1440 x whatever it is and then a GeForce4 440 Go with at least 32 MB DDR RAM.
For the iBook, maybe get a tad lighter (especially on the 14.1 inch model) and get the new IBM 750FX "Sahara" G3s running around 800 MHz on a 100 MHz bus. Then they could put in the GeForce4 410 Go with 16 MB DDR RAM.
Now THOSE would be some kick-ass portables.
Considering the GF4G would also require a complete mobo update as others have mentioned, I don't see Apple switching just yet.
<strong>Here is a possible scenario for Apple's portable line:
The PBG4 could use the newer version of the 7440 and get speeds of say 800-933 on a 133 MHz bus. Maybe push the resolution up to 1440 x whatever it is and then a GeForce4 440 Go with at least 32 MB DDR RAM.
For the iBook, maybe get a tad lighter (especially on the 14.1 inch model) and get the new IBM 750FX "Sahara" G3s running around 800 MHz on a 100 MHz bus. Then they could put in the GeForce4 410 Go with 16 MB DDR RAM.
Now THOSE would be some kick-ass portables.</strong><hr></blockquote>
the new G4 maxes out at 800Mhz so don't expect above that. the addition of a geforce 4 go would require a motherboard reconfiguration which is unlikely. based on that I am going to predict the following
667 and 800 Mhz G4s
256 MB RAM and 512 MB RAM
133Mhz Bus standard
ATI radeon 7500 32 MB DDR RAM
Combo Drive Standard
Same resolution/display
30GB and 48GB Hard Drives with 60GB BTO
$2299 and $2999
<strong>
the new G4 maxes out at 800Mhz so don't expect above that. the addition of a geforce 4 go would require a motherboard reconfiguration which is unlikely. based on that I am going to predict the following
667 and 800 Mhz G4s
256 MB RAM and 512 MB RAM
133Mhz Bus standard
ATI radeon 7500 32 MB DDR RAM
Combo Drive Standard
Same resolution/display
30GB and 48GB Hard Drives with 60GB BTO
$2299 and $2999</strong><hr></blockquote>
Looks right on to me.