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Refurbished iMac 27-inch 3.06GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Originally released late 2009?

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cameraguy23

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Jun 9, 2011
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I'm coming from a 2005 PPC G5 Duo cor 2.0 and on the bench it was something like 1844. What I was doing on it was imovie, iphoto, itunes, and word. It's really time for an update.

I was on the refurb store and saw this Refurbished iMac 27-inch 3.06GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Originally released late 2009
27-inch LED-backlit glossy widescreen display
4GB memory
1TB hard drive
8x SuperDrive (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)
ATI Radeon HD 4670 graphics with 256MB memory
Built-in iSight camera for $1049.00. They come up every so often and they go so fast. Wow!! I jumped on it before I did some research on the specks. The bench on the one is 4400. So it's a big step from my G5.

Do any of you have this computer and is it still doing the Job?

Or return it and get
Refurbished iMac 27-inch 2.8GHz Intel Quad-Core i5 processor for another $500.00?
Thanks.
 
Badger^2

Badger^2

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Oct 29, 2009
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Its a step up no doubt, but Core 2 Duos are dead.

If you have the extra $500, Id say its worth the extra life you get out of it.

what state are you in?
 
joelovesapple

joelovesapple

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Sep 25, 2006
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I got an identical machine last year in June... it's a brilliant machine. Sure, if you can get a more up to date model then go for it, but it's still bloody amazing and better than what most people have got! (not on these forums I mean in real life). :)
 
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Ratatapa

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Apr 3, 2011
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What makes it dead is that if you already have it your OK

But if your looking for a new PC or Mac it's not a good idea to get them
 
Paulywauly

Paulywauly

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Sep 26, 2009
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thejadedmonkey said:
Why not? What's wrong with them?
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Nothing is wrong with them, they work fine and will be supported for years to come. They are simply last generation technology and the newer Core i series chips are a significant improvement. It might not be important to everyone but it's worth bearing that in mind when spending alot of money on a computer.
 
OneMike

OneMike

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Oct 19, 2005
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I agree, but last gen doesn't mean dead.

Take into consideration the computer the person is coming from to where they are going. A PPC G5 to 3.06GHz Intel Core 2 Duo alone is a big leap.
 
philipma1957

philipma1957

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Apr 13, 2010
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cameraguy23 said:
I'm coming from a 2005 PPC G5 Duo cor 2.0 and on the bench it was something like 1844. What I was doing on it was imovie, iphoto, itunes, and word. It's really time for an update.

I was on the refurb store and saw this Refurbished iMac 27-inch 3.06GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Originally released late 2009
27-inch LED-backlit glossy widescreen display
4GB memory
1TB hard drive
8x SuperDrive (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)
ATI Radeon HD 4670 graphics with 256MB memory
Built-in iSight camera for $1049.00. They come up every so often and they go so fast. Wow!! I jumped on it before I did some research on the specks. The bench on the one is 4400. So it's a big step from my G5.

Do any of you have this computer and is it still doing the Job?

Or return it and get
Refurbished iMac 27-inch 2.8GHz Intel Quad-Core i5 processor for another $500.00?
Thanks.
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I have one it works fine. I have owned it since feb 2010 . I record and watch a lot of tv on it . I use it for net surfing. it is a good deal for the money. Look into applecare or square trade to go longer then the 1 yr warranty.
 
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talmy

talmy

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Oct 26, 2009
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At $1049 it's $50 more than the 27" Apple Cinema Display, so you are basically paying $50 for the computer. I'd say it's quite a bargain and plenty powerful for just about anything. Much faster than the G5, that's for sure!
 
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MTI

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Feb 17, 2009
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Paulywauly said:
Nothing is wrong with them, they work fine and will be supported for years to come. They are simply last generation technology and the newer Core i series chips are a significant improvement. It might not be important to everyone but it's worth bearing that in mind when spending alot of money on a computer.
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There's a lot of G4 users working, walking around, and posting on forums thinking "I'm dead?" :D
 
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feldhaus

macrumors newbie
Oct 21, 2009
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The Core 2 Duo are dead in the sense Apple doesn't use them anymore, its like Saturn, they aren't made anymore, the support is still there but you wouldn't buy one unless it was due to savings $$.
 
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AppleFan360

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Jan 26, 2008
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It's a good machine. I had the 21.5" version of that same line. Pretty fast and will serve you well.

I will say that my new 2011 iMac with quad core i5 is MUCH MUCH faster. More than I imagined. Obviously you are shopping for low prices but I would recommend getting the latest generation. For the extra cost, it might be worth it. Of course it's up to you though and it all depends on how you use your iMac.
 
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mankymanning

macrumors regular
Jul 18, 2008
156
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Give you can get the 21.5" i5 for less money I'd get that. It will absolutely spank the C2D machine. They are seriously old school processors these days.

Depends how important the 27" screen is I guess.
 
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cameraguy23

macrumors newbie
Original poster
Jun 9, 2011
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Well after spending a week with my Refurbished iMac 27-inch 3.06GHz Intel Core 2 Duo I must say that I made the right choice for my needs. From what I came from and what I paid I got a great deal. It's very fast and the screen resolution is AMAZING!!! I'm sure the i5 is faster but for $500.00 more I'm not so sure.

I would like to thank you all for your input on making my decision, much appreciated.
 
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