Is MacBook Pro worth it.

[lynkynpark86]

I am planning to buy a MacBook, but I'm not sure if I should gat a MacBook Pro, or just the MacBook. The most I will do is 1 xcode project, a few YouTube Videos, PhotoShop CS5, and minor video editing (iMovie). When I do this on my MacBook I have now (I think a 2008 model), I use most of my memory and CPU. I also want it to be fast, not just work. Is the Pro worth the extra 200 bucks for a little bit of a speed increase?

 

[Hellhammer]

I would upgrade the RAM and HD in your current Mac. That should increase the performance. New 13" MBP isn't much faster than your current is, not really worth it

 

[lynkynpark86]

Ok, Thanks!
Is there any way to upgrade RAM through Apple? I'm more of a software guy, not a hardware guy. I don't want to screw anything up.

 

[stridemat]

Before you complete the purchase you can select the amount of RAM as a build to order customization. However, its generally rather expensive so I would normally suggest a user does it themselves. There are numerous guides etc available.

 

[Hellhammer]

Ok, Thanks!
Is there any way to upgrade RAM through Apple? I'm more of a software guy, not a hardware guy. I don't want to screw anything up.

See this. It's not hard. I think Apple can do that but they charge a hefty premium for that, so not worth it.

 

[bigjobby]

If you prefer the MBP then get that instead. For the price difference between the MB (+RAM installed by Apple) and the MBP, you'll get a unibody, backlit keyboard and whatever extra ports. All up to you on your preferences and affordability.