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jeff_siler
Jun 6, 2008, 06:25 PM
Apple has a 2.16 Macbook Pro for 1299 refurbished. Is this a good deal? Would it still perform realatively close to the 2.4Ghz Penryn that is $1699 refurbished? I wouldnt mind saving $400.

I'll mostly be using it for Xcode development.

Oh and I know these 2.16 Core 2's had a serious whine issue when released. Is it possible this refurbished one would still have it?

Jeff


cosmokanga2
Jun 6, 2008, 07:03 PM
THe 2.16Ghz processor in the Macbook Pros is not a Penryn processor. I will be slower and possible have a slower FSB as well, I think.
jeff_siler
Jun 6, 2008, 09:33 PM
THe 2.16Ghz processor in the Macbook Pros is not a Penryn processor. I will be slower and possible have a slower FSB as well, I think.

Sorry if I didn't make this clear but I know that the 2.16 is not a Penryn, I am curious if it is worth saving the $400 and going with this processor?

Jeff
aaronw1986
Jun 6, 2008, 09:34 PM
No, not worth it. This model had many problems.
jeff_siler
Jun 6, 2008, 09:41 PM
Well bummer I was too late anyway. They are now gone from the refurbished store.

What about SR Macbook Pro's from the refurbished section. Would they be a good option to save over the Penryn's?

Jeff
MDiddy
Jun 6, 2008, 09:48 PM
I have a 2.2Ghz SR and am quite happy with it. I maxed out the RAM and run Adobe's Master Collection/Flex 3 and it performs like a champ. One suggestion…grab an AppleCare form eBay before the warranty expires.


Well bummer I was too late anyway. They are now gone from the refurbished store.

What about SR Macbook Pro's from the refurbished section. Would they be a good option to save over the Penryn's?

Jeff