MBP 1.83- is terrible 1080p performance normal?

[2contagious]

Hi!

I have a Macbook Pro 1.83 GHz (first generation) with 2GB RAM. Is it normal that when opening a 1080p file (shot on 5D Mark II) in Quick Time or VLC, I get terrible performance (strong lag, skipped frames)? I get the same with most other 1080p video files. 720p is fine.

see you,
chris.

 

[Av1o3]

I've read that no matter what mbp vlc has problems playing 1080p for some people. Try using plex to watch it, i heard that helps.

 

[cluthz]

1.83 Ghz is a bit on the low end when it comes to full HD.
I don't think you'll get flawless performance unless you get a new computer