Is 160 MHz worth $300?
This would be an upgrade from a 2.0GHz Macbook Pro to a 2.16GHz.
Forget the possible shipping delay for the change. I'm looking for opinions on the sole issue of value.
Is the upgrade to 2.16GHz (a 160 MHz upgrade) worth $300?
If so, for what reasons? If not, what's the rationale for opting out? Too pricy, or not enough of a performance gain?
It'd be best if we took into account longevity of the system, too. Perhaps that extra speed will go a little bit towards keeping the computer from getting outdated as soon. Assessments should include all factors.
Thanks for the help.
Forget the possible shipping delay for the change. I'm looking for opinions on the sole issue of value.
Is the upgrade to 2.16GHz (a 160 MHz upgrade) worth $300?
If so, for what reasons? If not, what's the rationale for opting out? Too pricy, or not enough of a performance gain?
It'd be best if we took into account longevity of the system, too. Perhaps that extra speed will go a little bit towards keeping the computer from getting outdated as soon. Assessments should include all factors.
Thanks for the help.
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Originally posted by Anders
Use the money on the faster HD and ram. It isn´t the processor thats the bottleneck on that system.
I second that !
Originally posted by Animal Farm
What if one has already maxed out both the HD and the RAM? Is it worth $300 then?
If money is little or no object, then why not?
Off-topic, did anyone notice the Apple Store config page is now AJAX? Cool. No more "Update price and shipping" button.
Having the absolute fastest system might be if you're into that kind of thing.
Originally posted by CosmoNut
160Mhz is not worth $300.
Having the absolute fastest system might be if you're into that kind of thing.
I agree. Although you can also think of it like this, the extra 160MHz is an 8% increase. And compared to the previous 1.83 GHz processor, its an 18% increase.
This upgrade is the one thing that will boost the machine that is really hard to upgrade later. It will probably be possible to upgrade it later, but not as easily as RAM or the HD.
If that extra speed boost will help you out you may want to go for it, but it probably won't be worth it for most users.
That said, with the ADC discount, I'd probably go for it.
Also, the CPU upgrade is a different type of intel processor whereas the 2.0 and 1.83 are practically the same. If you're worried about problems the safe bet is to stick with the 2.0.
Originally posted by Animal Farm
What if one has already maxed out both the HD and the RAM? Is it worth $300 then?
If money is not a problem, the more is the better
Originally posted by Xool
Also, the CPU upgrade is a different type of intel processor whereas the 2.0 and 1.83 are practically the same. If you're worried about problems the safe bet is to stick with the 2.0.
where did you get that info from?
Originally posted by dr. zoidberg
where did you get that info from?
I don't remember exactly, but I've seen several lists of the exact chips intel is shipping and I read that the 2.16 chip is the next level up from the others. But I'm not certain and where I read it is not official by any means.
What I can say for sure is that the 1.63, 1.83, and 2.0 chips are all the same line and are identical in the iMac and MacBook Pro.
If I can find a source I'll post back.
* Intel Core Solo Processor T1300: 1.66 GHz, single-core
* Intel Core Duo Processor T2300: 1.66 GHz, dual-core
* Intel Core Duo Processor T2400: 1.83 GHz, dual-core
* Intel Core Duo Processor T2500: 2.0 GHz, dual-core
* Intel Core Duo Processor T2600: 2.16 GHz, dual-core
* Intel Core Duo Processor L2300: 1.5 GHz, dual-core, low power
* Intel Core Duo Processor L2400: 1.66 GHz, dual-core, low power
ps. don't expect Merom before 4Q
Originally posted by Xool
I agree. Although you can also think of it like this, the extra 160MHz is an 8% increase. And compared to the previous 1.83 GHz processor, its an 18% increase.
Wouldn't the 8% increase really be 16% since there are two cores. J/K
I think since rosetta is being used, it just may be worth it to a few people. Gotta squeeze all you can out of it.
Originally posted by Towel
If money is little or no object, then why not?
Off-topic, did anyone notice the Apple Store config page is now AJAX? Cool. No more "Update price and shipping" button.
It's been like that for awhile.
Originally posted by dh87
As an older PB G4 owner, I would be ambivalent about the highest speed until there are reports from users. How would battery life be affected? 8% less would be a loss, depending on what battery life actually is. How hot would it run? My Ti PB can be uncomfortably hot, or uncomfortably slow set on "Low Performance", which halves the processor speed.
I wish there was a "Super Reduced Performance" mode to get that battery life out there a few more hours. Know what I mean?
If you want the fastest Mac laptop you can buy today, it will cost you $300. That alone is enough to decide the matter for many customers. How much faster doesn't always matter enough to cause hesitation.
Originally posted by ciparis
There's a simple statement that will prove irresistible for some:
If you want the fastest Mac laptop you can buy today, it will cost you $300. That alone is enough to decide the matter for many customers. How much faster doesn't always matter enough to cause hesitation.
wow, where can i order? $300 seems like a helluva deal ... ;-)
I would really be interested in a link for this - I have heard this from many different people, but I can't find any hard references.