MBP - 5400 vs 7200 HD?

[macronerd]

I am about to order the 15" 2.4Ghz MBP. After doing alot of research, I am still undecided on which speed hard drive to get. I will be using the laptop mostly for web design with CS3, photography, and occasionally dabbling with home videos. I would love to hear your tips and experiences.. thanks!

 

[CRAZYBUBBA]

7200 rpm- Faster and less heat. I'd say go for it.

 

[BennyK]

7200 with video editing. 5400's will work with video but 7200 is prefered due to the speed of the drive.

 

[ctsport1234]

definately go for the 7200 😎

 

[overcast]

The harddrive is by far the slowest component of any computer. There is no reason to go with a slower drive unless you do not care about performance.

 

[msharp]

Yep. I've ordered mine with 160GB 7200rpm. Go for it!

 

[stephenc92]

Does a 7200rpm not reduce battery life?