1.6GHz G5 iMac/ any downside

[doubledark]

I'm thinking of getting the 1.6 G5 iMac, due to budget. Are there going to be any issues with this machine compared to say the 1.8?

 

[crazzyeddie]

Nope, only the processor speed (and bus speed) are different.

 

[jared_kipe]

It's at a great price point when compared to the rest 😉

 

[jimsowden]

SUPERDRIVE! Its worth the upgrade alone.

 

[segundo]

SUPERDRIVE! Its worth the upgrade alone.

I'm not sure I agree. The superdrive is slower to rip cd's and to burn them. I got a superdrive in my powerbook and I'm pretty sure it is the worst $200 I've ever spent. It all depends on what you want to use the iMac for and that is something only you can decide. Personally, I wish I could get a combo drive on a 20" iMac.

 

[jackieonasses]

I'm not sure I agree. The superdrive is slower to rip cd's and to burn them. I got a superdrive in my powerbook and I'm pretty sure it is the worst $200 I've ever spent. It all depends on what you want to use the iMac for and that is something only you can decide. Personally, I wish I could get a combo drive on a 20" iMac.

but you cant use idvd without a hack!

 

[doubledark]

1.6GHz G5 iMac/ any downside

thanks all for replying. I'm not sure I need the DVD burn option just yet. When I do, I'll look at an external DVD burner and software. I may also get an iBook(12") in the next 6-12mths. The external burner could then also be used"out bush".

jackieonasses; can you tell us all more about the iDVD 'hack'

thanks