I'm looking into the mac pro right now. With my educator's discount, I can get a 2.8 ghz quad core from the apple store for $2149. I don't think I need 8 cores for running stuff like Final cut or photoshop, can any high end programs utilize 8 cores efficiently yet? My problem with macs in general is the lack of upgradeability. Obviously with the mac pro and its numerous memory banks and hdd slots, the computer will be more future proof than say, an imac. So do you think it would be wise to get a mac pro with the main focus being upgradeability, or would it not pay for itself in the long run?
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Quad core mac pro?
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I have a Mac Pro. It is a fantastic machine and I know you will be happy with it. Incredible build quality -- just open the side and admire the workmanship when you get it.
I think programs are catching up with the processing ability of modern cpu's. In fact, Apple is focusing primarily on tightening up its current OS (Leopard) in the new version (Snow Leopard), its next release. This is a machine that will last 5-8 years easy and, in that time frame, you will benefit from more cores.
If you are regularly working in Final Cut Studio or with other demanding programs and can afford the Pro, there is no question that I would recommend the Mac Pro over the iMac every time.
I think programs are catching up with the processing ability of modern cpu's. In fact, Apple is focusing primarily on tightening up its current OS (Leopard) in the new version (Snow Leopard), its next release. This is a machine that will last 5-8 years easy and, in that time frame, you will benefit from more cores.
If you are regularly working in Final Cut Studio or with other demanding programs and can afford the Pro, there is no question that I would recommend the Mac Pro over the iMac every time.