MacBook Pro 2.1 Ghz VS the 2.4Ghz

[Aquiel]

This forum always shows up on my google searches, so I figured it would be a good place to ask my question.

Im in the market for a MacBook Pro... which model I dont know.

Ive been shopping for a new MacBook Pro... I belive the model best suited for my needs would be the MacBook Pro 2.4 Ghz with 3GB

Besides the normal net surfing, I need something that will stand up to photo editing large pics and the like.

Is this a good one for me?

or I have a lead on a 2007 MacBook Pro 2.1Ghz with 3 GB with Apple MacOS X 10.4.... What is a decent price for this MacBook?

Would this macbook be suciffent for my needs?

Help!

 

[kastenbrust]

We have a guide for this on the forum

http://guides.macrumors.com/Which_Apple_notebook_should_I_buy?#Comparison_-_Power

 

[Aquiel]

We have a guide for this on the forum

http://guides.macrumors.com/Which_Apple_notebook_should_I_buy?#Comparison_-_Power

I looked at that, but I cant seem to make a fair comparison as the model MBP 2.1ghz Im looking at doesnt appear to be on there

Here is the info on the model im looking at.

Quick Specs
Intel Core 2 Duo 2.1 GHz
3GB
320 GB
DVD-RW (+R DL)
ATI Mobility Radeon X1600
802.11bg
Apple MacOS X 10.4
General
Built-in Devices: Stereo speakers , Bluetooth antenna , Wireless LAN antenna
Width: 14.1 in
Depth: 9.6 in
Height: 1 in
Weight: 5.5 lbs
Notebook type: Thin-and-light (4-6 lbs.)
Screen type: Wide-screen
Wireless capabilities: 802.11b, 802.11g, Bluetooth
Processor
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo 2.1 GHz
Multi-Core processor technology: Dual-Core
64-bit processor: Yes
Data bus speed: 667 MHz
Processor features: Enhanced SpeedStep technology , Execute Disable Bit capability , Power-optimized processor system bus
Cache Memory
Type: L2 cache
Cache size: 4 MB
RAM
Installed Size: 3 GB / 3 GB (max)
Technology: DDR2 SDRAM - 667 MHz
Memory specification compliance: PC2-5300
RAM form factor: SO DIMM 200-pin
Environmental Parameters
Environmental & energy standards compliance: EPA Energy Star
Min Operating Temperature: 50 F
Max Operating Temperature: 95 F
Humidity Range Operating: 0 - 90%
Storage Controller
Storage controller type: Serial ATA
Storage Controller / Serial ATA Interface: Serial ATA-150
Storage
Floppy Drive: None
Hard Drive: 320 GB - Serial ATA-150 - 5400 rpm
Storage Removable: None
Hard drive type: Portable
Optical Storage
Type: DVD-RW (+R DL) - Integrated
CD / DVD read speed: 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD)
CD / DVD write speed: 24x (CD) / 6x (DVD?R) / 2.4x (DVD+R DL)
CD / DVD rewrite speed: 10x (CD) / 4x (DVD?RW)
Optical Storage (2nd)
2nd optical storage type: None
Display
Display Type: 15.4 in TFT active matrix
Max Resolution: 1440 x 900 ( WXGA+ )
Widescreen Display: Yes
Video
Graphics Processor / Vendor: ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 PCI Express x16
Video Memory: GDDR3 SDRAM - 256 MB
Audio
Audio output type: Sound card
Audio Input: Microphone
Notebook: Camera
Camera Type: Integrated
Input Device(s)
Input device type: Keyboard , Trackpad
Telecom
Modem: None
Networking
Networking: Network adapter
Networking / Wireless LAN Supported: Yes
Data link protocol: Ethernet , IEEE 802.11b , IEEE 802.11g , Fast Ethernet , Gigabit Ethernet , Bluetooth 2.0 EDR
Networking standards: IEEE 802.11b , IEEE 802.11g , Bluetooth 2.0
Expansion / Connectivity
Expansion Slots Total (Free): 1 ( 1 ) x ExpressCard/34 , 2 ( 0 ) x Memory - SO DIMM 200-pin
Interfaces: 1 x Display / video - DVI-Analog/Digital , 1 x Audio - SPDIF input/line-in - Mini-phone 3.5 mm / TOSLINK , 1 x Audio - SPDIF output/headphones - Mini-phone 3.5 mm / TOSLINK , 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire) , 2 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A , 1 x Network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T - RJ-45 , 1 x IEEE 1394b (FireWire 800)
Miscellaneous
Features: Keyboard light , Ambient light sensor , Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Power
Power device form factor: External
Voltage Required: AC 120/230 V
Battery
Technology Lithium polymer Installed Qty: 1
Battery capacity: 60 Wh
Mfr estimated battery life: 5 hour(s)
Operating System / Software
OS Provided: Apple MacOS X 10.4

 

[shigzeo]

a much lesser mac would suffice for you. i can run my mbp at 1200mhz and it is fast enough. i have a smaller hd but have 4gb ram. even with only 2, it was generally way more than i ever needed unless doing multiple photoshop/illustrator files at once: oh yes and the biggest memory hog: safari.

that computer would be perfect or better than you need. a macbook would be fine. for what you want, if you can wait a bit for a slow hd, an ibook would be fine with 1,5 gb of ram.

 

[Moriarty]

There was never a Macbook Pro with just a 2.1Ghz processor, I assume it is a 2.16...

A 256MB ATI X1600 will be fine for photo editing. The 2.1GHz MBP will be fine if you can get it at a good price, but if you can afford it, a new MBP will be better (wait for Snow Leopard to arrive if you can and get one with that on it)

 

[Scepticalscribe]

There was never a Macbook Pro with just a 2.1Ghz processor, I assume it is a 2.16...

A 256MB ATI X1600 will be fine for photo editing. The 2.1GHz MBP will be fine if you can get it at a good price, but if you can afford it, a new MBP will be better (wait for Snow Leopard to arrive if you can and get one with that on it)

Agree to a large extent. Essentially, if money is a problem, go for a refurb, if not, buy the new model.

Cheers and good luck