15" 2.53 New or 15" 2.53 refurb?

[yourtoys7]

I've waited for refresh like many, but now refurb. looks like a good price. Between these two models is almost 500. difference. Should I same these money and get refurb or get new one? I'll be honest 1499. sound a lot better for my wallet 🙂

 

[miles01110]

Since you're asking, I'm guessing the i5 won't make any difference to you. Get the refurb.

 

[Hellhammer]

Unless you really need the i5, go for the refurb.

 

[yourtoys7]

I don't really need i5, but I'll be holding on to this laptop for 3 years or so... Will it still be desent machine in couple of years?

 

[Hellhammer]

I don't really need i5, but I'll be holding on to this laptop for 3 years or so... Will it still be desent machine in couple of years?

Yes. CPU speed won't really matter as current C2Ds are fine for average user for years

 

[highscheme]

Get the refurb unless you need the higher resolution screen option they added on the 15"

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