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aluminum macbook vs 2011 macbook pro
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aluminum macbook vs 2011 macbook pro
oabazovoceuvg > 01-13-2020, 08:10 AM
Hey! I have an Aluminum MacBook (2.4 GHz Core 2 Duo, 9400m graphics processor), and I\'m wondering whether it\'s worth updating to the new 2011 13 MacBook Pro. I\'m mainly looking for two things: 1. What would be the difference between the 2.4 GHz Core 2 Duo, and the 2.3 GHz i5, and 2. What would be the difference between the 9400m and the HD 3000 Graphics?Thanks!
The macpro is the better machine, but for most people the difference would be negligible. your aluminum is still MORE than good enough for almost all people. What are you using it for? If you\'re into CAD, by all means upgrade. But if you\'re just surfing the net, save your money. HD3000 is actually worse graphics, but the rest of the machine is better EDIT: AGAIN, it depends on what you are using it for!!! Despite using additional details, you never once discussed how it is to be used. If you read the post, it says, for most people the difference would be negligible. IF your needs are resource intensive, you might need to replace it. If your needs are not resource intensive, you can save your money. For example, I don\'t need to buy a new car every year, I usually make it last 5-6 years. But my computing requirements are high enough where I replace my laptops every two years and desktops alternating years so I always have a machine that is less than a year old. MOST people squeeze 4 or more years out of a computer. If you are a general ed, humanities or undeclared your aluminum would suit you just fine thgouh your lower 2 years even though it is older. You could then get a new computer for your upper division. If you were a engineering or architecture student, I\'d upgrade after first year courses, If you\'re in business or engineering, get a PC, if you\'re in architecture, journalism, music or design get a mac. Any other major, it really doesn\'t matter. Good luck in school!THIS ONE IS BEST ACCORDING TO YOUR REQUIREMENT Apple MacBook Pro MC700LL/A 13.3-Inch Laptop *13.3-inch LED-backlit glossy widescreen display with edge-to-edge, uninterrupted glass (1280 x 800-pixel resolution). *2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 dual-core processor (Sandy Bridge) with 3 MB shared L3 cache for excellent multitasking. *Intel HD Graphics 3000 with 384 MB of DDR3 SDRAM shared with main memory. *320 GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 RPM) *4 GB installed RAM (1333 MHz DDR3; supports up to 8 GB) *8x slot-loading SuperDrive with double-layer DVD support (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW) *Built-in FaceTime HD camera for video chatting *Wi-Fi wireless networking (based on 802.11n specification; 802.11a/b/g compatible) *Gigabit Ethernet wired networking (10/100/1000) *Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) for connecting with peripherals such as keyboards, mice and cell phones *Two USB 2.0 ports, one FireWire 800 port *SDXC card slot *Thunderbolt port with native Mini DisplayPort output plus support for DVI, VGA, dual-link DVI, and HDMI (requires adapters, sold separately) *Multi-Touch trackpad for precise cursor control with support for inertial scrolling, pinch, rotate, swipe, three-finger swipe, four-finger swipe, tap, double-tap, and drag capabilities *Full-size backlit keyboard *Stereo speakers with subwoofers *Dimensions: 12.78 x 8.94 x 0.95 inches (WxDxH) *Weight: 4.5 pounds *Up to 7 hours of battery life *Meets Energy Star 5.0 requirements *Rated EPEAT GoldOther related question