24" iMac: processor options

[designdork]

I am looking to buy a 24" iMac, but can't decide if the faster processor (2.16 to 2.33) is worth the extra $250 and the hassle of having to order it online.

I'll be running CS3, iTunes, and an internet app, mostly.

Any advice is really appreciated.

 

[4God]

Nope. Stick with the stock flavor. Not only is it not worth it
$ wise, but the difference between 2.16 and 2.33 is marginal.

 

[fall3n]

You won't see much difference, if any. Stick that $250 into an additional gig of ram.

 

[Josh396]

As others have said, I'd save that $250 and spend it on some more RAM. I doubt you'll ever see a difference in the speeds.

 

[jnash]

As others have said, I'd save that $250 and spend it on some more RAM. I doubt you'll ever see a difference in the speeds.

the money towards ram would be waayyy more worth it then the proc. Adobe is ram hungry

 

[tristan]

An internet app? Sounds mysterious... Is it an evil internet app perhaps?

Paying $250 more for a CPU that's <8% faster doesn't seem to make much sense to me either. Sure, I would definitely... umm, probably... umm, wait a second...

Don't Buy - Updates soon

Sorry, the MacRumors Buyers Guide has spoken. It commands you wait for the update and then be the first to place your online order that tuesday morning.

 

[4God]

Don't Buy - Updates soon[/SIZE]

Sorry, the MacRumors Buyers Guide has spoken. It commands you wait for the update and then be the first to place your online order that tuesday morning.

Ahh yes, I forgot about that.