Need help buying 2015 rMBP

[aodesigns]

Hey guys,

I currently have a late 2012 rMBP with 256GB SSD.

I am in desperate need of an upgrade and can't decide on what size SSD to get.

My usage will be full Adobe Creative Cloud package, primarily PS, AI, FL, LR.

I'm a web & graphics designer and will opting for the 13" i7 - 16GB RAM, I am currently a student and will be receiving the student discount.

Price-wise I can get the top spec 13" rMPB 2015 with 256GB SSD for £1431 (including three years Apple Care)

However, for an extra £104 I can get the top spec 512GB SSD. (also including Apple Care)

I want my machine to be as 'future proof' as possible, what would you reccomend?

Thanks in advance !

 

[maflynn]

Are you running short on space now with your 256GB SSD? If not, then stick with the 256SSD.

What's wrong with 2012 rMBP and will the current gen 13" rMBP improve things, I say this since the 2012 rMBP has a dGPU and the 13" rMBP does not.

 

[Yanman]

I was wrestling with my storage decision for weeks until I settled with 256. I didn't want to pay another $300 for storage that I may not use especially with cloud storage options and the sd card slot. I opted for the 128 transcend jetdrive that sits flush with the computer. Not ssd performance but good enough for files and read access. $75 from amazon. Good to have that flexibility too.

 

[ZBoater]

...I want my machine to be as 'future proof' as possible, what would you reccomend?

Id recommend you get as much laptop as you can afford then.

 

[aodesigns]

My current 13" rMBP isn't handling the heavy usage as much as it used to. I should also have noted I will be connecting it to a 4K display, which the Intel HD 4000 doesn't handle, I don't think?

current storage capacity is around 60% full, though I expect ALOT more usage out of my machine as of now, also I have my media (music, HD films etc) on a separate drive.

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Id recommend you get as much laptop as you can afford then.

That's what I was thinking, especially for peace of mind. Though an extra £100 may not seem like much, as a student it goes along way! decisions, decisions!

 

[yjchua95]

My current 13" rMBP isn't handling the heavy usage as much as it used to. I should also have noted I will be connecting it to a 4K display, which the Intel HD 4000 doesn't handle, I don't think?

current storage capacity is around 60% full, though I expect ALOT more usage out of my machine as of now, also I have my media (music, HD films etc) on a separate drive.

I got a 13" i7/16/512. No regrets. I like not having to worry about running out of space.

 

[aodesigns]

I was wrestling with my storage decision for weeks until I settled with 256. I didn't want to pay another $300 for storage that I may not use especially with cloud storage options and the sd card slot. I opted for the 128 transcend jetdrive that sits flush with the computer. Not ssd performance but good enough for files and read access. $75 from amazon. Good to have that flexibility too.

This doesn't sound like a bad idea, my only issue is I current use an external for media storage, and well.. it's kind of becoming a chore.

 

[maflynn]

My current 13" rMBP isn't handling the heavy usage as much as it used to.

My bad, I thought you had a 15" rMBP and not the 13" My mistake.

The newer model should be better at driving the 4k monitor, and better handling the CS apps you use.

 

[aodesigns]

My bad, I thought you had a 15" rMBP and not the 13" My mistake.

The newer model should be better at driving the 4k monitor, and better handling the CS apps you use.

I should have stated that in my OP, my bad! yeah 13" is ideal as I need portability as well.

Im leaning towards the 512 option, but before I make a decision, would the 512 SDD affect the resale value?

My current spec rMBP averages £800-£850 on eBayUK. Which I think is a fair price considering the models since then. I have no experience on reselling as this was my first Mac. Sorry if that seems a silly question!

 

[jiacsovve]

The newer model should be better at driving the 4k monitor, and better handling the CS apps you use.

 

[Yanman]

Sounds like 512 is the way to go for you. The SSD is already 2x fast based on the early reviews. Future proof and to not worry about space.

 

[Naimfan]

Get the 512 model. For the price difference, why not? Having to use an external drive defeats part of the purpose.

It will help with resale, though perhaps not by as much as one would think.

 

[aodesigns]

Thanks for all the responses, decided to opt for the 512GB.

Get the 512 model. For the price difference, why not? Having to use an external drive defeats part of the purpose.

Makes sense !

Appreciate it

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