16" MBP Upgrades... Should I?

[JKarnsy]

Definitely only need 500GB of storage so that puts me at the lower-end model. I'm curious what you people think about the other upgrades. Keep in mind I have student discount.

Processor - I mean, $280 to get a processor even faster than the high-end model is worth it, right?

Memory - I hardly ever play games but I occasionally edit photos and videos. Is there any situation where you think I'd need 32GB or is that simply overkill?

Graphics - Hmmmm. $90 to bump up a notch. I mean... I should do that, right? It's $90. Or is it a complete waste. I don't know!

Thanks in advance!

 

[ruslan120]

Processor - I mean, $280 to get a processor even faster than the high-end model is worth it, right?

The processor upgrade is not worth it. [1][2]

Memory - I hardly ever play games but I occasionally edit photos and videos. Is there any situation where you think I'd need 32GB or is that simply overkill?

It really depends on when you plan on upgrading from this machine. If you're going to be using it for 3-5+ years I'd recommend 32GB since you might encounter a situation where you need 32GB and can't retroactively upgrade.

Graphics - Hmmmm. $90 to bump up a notch. I mean... I should do that, right? It's $90. Or is it a complete waste. I don't know!

Probably not worth it. But I personally would go for it


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(about the 15" but also applies here)