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    Air or Pro for very long term programming/stats? First ever Mac.

    - I'm currently beginner level programming (Python, Web Dev), but will soon be starting to really study extensively (i.e., in the future years my projects will grow) - I begin a Maths+Stats degree in early 2026. - I use Chrome very heavily - I intend to occasionally play FM26 (whilst also...
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    M3 Max 16" 14 core CPU 30 core GPU Storage/Lifespan

    Hi, I'm looking to get a new Mac and am having some trouble with specs; for context I am coming from a late 2015 MacBook Air (questionable functionality) so anything at this point is a major upgrade. I know this machine is definitely overpowered for what I require but I am looking at it because...
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    New M1 Pro & M1 Max SSD Lifespan

    Hi folks, Who can inform me about the M1 pro & m1 max SSD lifespan? as IOPS or TBW value? Does anyone know? I am really concerned about SSD lifespan and there is no information anywhere about that subject.
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    How Long Will It Last..?

    Hi, I'm going to be moving soon, and I'm looking to buy a new (old) Mac. To save some money I was thinking that I'd buy either a Mac Pro 4,1 or 5,1 and do a CPU upgrade, likely to dual X5690's (2x 6 core 3.46GHz) and either 64gb or 128gb of RAM (both the CPUs and the RAM will be bought on ebay...
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    • cpu futureproof lifespan mac pro upgrade
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    • Forum: Mac Pro
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