Macbook Pro 15'' with High Resolution vs Macbook Pro 17''

[walpear8]

I'm not sure what to buy - Portability isn't a problem but i want to make sure the extra 600 some dollars is going to be worth it for the macbook pro 17"

 

[simsaladimbamba]

For what do you want to use the MBP for? Will you computational needs profit from the extra screen real estate?

PS: I have the 17" MBP and also had a 2008 15" MBP with 1440 x 900 pixel and have a 20" iMac with 1680 x 1050 pixel. For my needs (video and photo manipulation), 1440 x 900 is not big enough. 1680 x 1050 is okay, but not comfortable. 1920 x 1200 is really good, but sometimes even that is too small.

 

[dlimes13]

I've had both. I just sold my 17 inch in favor of the 15 inch Hi-Res Anti-Glare. I can say you hardly lose anything IMO in terms of pixel real estate. I also have a Thunderbolt Display for home so that factored in the decision as well. I think it looks great and you hardly lose anything.

 

[Risasi]

Dude! How many threads will start?

 

[Prodo123]

Most indecisive person, ever.
15" MBP w/ Hi-res. More portable.

 

[nateo200]

I'd go 15". 17" is a monster. For video editing you'll probably want an external monitor too. 1680x1050 is pretty good for a Laptop!