2017 MBP vs 2016 MBP

[TerpFan99]

Morning!

I'm looking to upgrade for my 2011 13 inch MacBook Pro, and I'm considering a refurbished 2016 model vs 2017 to save money. Does anyone know if there's been any other changes besides the processor? I could live with a-year-old processor, but I do want the best display and updated keyboard. Thanks in advanced!

 

[ilian92]

If you wish to save money then the 2016 model might be the better choice. Screens on both are identical as far as I know and there's no conclusive evidence that they keyboard is really changed on the new one either.

Are you staying with 13''? The new processors are a little better at playing 4K video as well.

 

[TerpFan99]

Yes, I am staying with the 13 inch. Not going to do much video or photo editing, but prefer the MBP to the 12 inch MB. Thank you for your help!

 

[ilian92]

Yeah fair enough. If you want to save some money it's fine to get a refurbished 2016, doesn't sound like your usage is particularly taxing. If you can afford the 2017 it might be that 5-6% better, but it's hardly something you'll really notice. It's not like if you had bought the 2016 a few months ago that you now absolutely have to upgrade, it's a really capable machine anyway.

 

[hamiltonDSi]

I just bought a brand new 15" Macbook Pro 2016 one b/c the 2017 ones are now available in my country and there is a sale on the old ones.
I saved about $400, the 2017 are nice machines of course but that tiny speed bump isn't something I would notice.