Should I upgrade?

[-Ray-]

im considering upgrading and wanted to get some feedback to see if it’s eorth upgrading. I have a 2016 15inch with a 2.9 i7, 16gb ram, 1tb, and the 460 gpu.

I don’t have a huge storage requirement and thinking about either the base model or second tier 15 inch.

What are your thoughts? I use my computer for software development.my computer has been fine but the value curve is starting to slip and I could do more virtualization on the new processors

 

[Mr. Dee]

How many VMs are you running and what type of workload are you using them for? For many the 2016 is looking like a substantial upgrade from the 2016, so, with a 6 core 15 inch, you will likely see a boost in performance. I assume you will be selling the 2016 to offset the cost of purchasing the 2018.

 

[-Ray-]

How many VMs are you running and what type of workload are you using them for? For many the 2016 is looking like a substantial upgrade from the 2016, so, with a 6 core 15 inch, you will likely see a boost in performance. I assume you will be selling the 2016 to offset the cost of purchasing the 2018.

Yes I would be selling to offset the cost. You mean the 2018?

 

[smallcoffee]

im considering upgrading and wanted to get some feedback to see if it’s eorth upgrading. I have a 2016 15inch with a 2.9 i7, 16gb ram, 1tb, and the 460 gpu.

I don’t have a huge storage requirement and thinking about either the base model or second tier 15 inch.

What are your thoughts? I use my computer for software development.my computer has been fine but the value curve is starting to slip and I could do more virtualization on the new processors

Initial reaction is no you shouldn't. Do you have numbers for the value curve you're discussing? How much is it costing/saving you to make a change?

Virtualization (depending on what we're talking about here) is going to be more limited by memory than by processor. Thoughts?

 

[-Ray-]

Initial reaction is no you shouldn't. Do you have numbers for the value curve you're discussing? How much is it costing/saving you to make a change?

Virtualization (depending on what we're talking about here) is going to be more limited by memory than by processor. Thoughts?

A model similar to mine is selling for $1900-$2100 used on Amazon. (512gb hd vs 1tb).
https://www.amazon.com/Apple-MacBook-Factory-Upgraded-MLH42LL

As I have the 1tb model I figured I could get 2-2200. The base model 2015 is 2249 (education pricing) and comes with free beats ($200 value). So the the perceived value is that I could sell my Mac and be minimally out of pocket.

My question was more based on Mac vs Mac, is the base 2018 a better model than my top of the line 2016.

 

[smallcoffee]

A model similar to mine is selling for $1900-$2100 used on Amazon. (512gb hd vs 1tb).
https://www.amazon.com/Apple-MacBook-Factory-Upgraded-MLH42LL

As I have the 1tb model I figured I could get 2-2200. The base model 2015 is 2249 (education pricing) and comes with free beats ($200 value). So the the perceived value is that I could sell my Mac and be minimally out of pocket.

My question was more based on Mac vs Mac, is the base 2018 a better model than my top of the line 2016.

I see - I wouldn't place any value on the Beats, but it still may be worth it.

 

[tjleonard]

How many VMs are you running and what type of workload are you using them for? For many the 2016 is looking like a substantial upgrade from the 2016, so, with a 6 core 15 inch, you will likely see a boost in performance. I assume you will be selling the 2016 to offset the cost of purchasing the 2018.

I saw a huge upgrade from the 15” 2017 model to the 13” 2018 model.

 

[poorcody]

I'm in a similar position. Cost isn't even a factor for me (company will pay for it). But my 2016 has run flawlessly, and seeing 2018 kernel panics, speakers cracking, potential keyboard issues, etc., I keep thinking, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it."

 

[maflynn]

What are your thoughts? I use my computer for software development.my computer has been fine but the value curve is starting to slip and I could do more virtualization on the new processors

The laptop is not an investment, use it until it no longer fits your needs. The 2016 is still more then powerful enough to handle what you stated. I was using a 2012 MBP up until I just bought the 2018. If you ignore the value curve and use the laptop, you'll be content and have not spent any more money

 

[-Ray-]

The laptop is not an investment, use it until it no longer fits your needs. The 2016 is still more then powerful enough to handle what you stated. I was using a 2012 MBP up until I just bought the 2018. If you ignore the value curve and use the laptop, you'll be content and have not spent any more money

In my situation is possible to upgrade to the newest model and be out of pocket less than 100$. The question is not about the money but if the 2018 base Would be better than my 2016. The ram frequency is higher, and so is the gpu. I would be losing on storage but honestly I use so little I don’t care

 

[Fishrrman]

Keep what you have.
Too soon to "upgrade" yet.

 

[poorcody]

In my situation is possible to upgrade to the newest model and be out of pocket less than 100$. The question is not about the money but if the 2018 base Would be better than my 2016. The ram frequency is higher, and so is the gpu. I would be losing on storage but honestly I use so little I don’t care

Okay, these are things I figured I would gain by upgrading 2016->2018:

• 4-core to 6-core; up tp 50% faster for serious multi-core situations (although less most of the time)
• "Mildly faster" GPU
• Faster SSD
• Possibly more reliable keyboard
• True Tone
• 32GB RAM option
• "Hey Siri" always on
• Somewhat improved speakers

Would I pay $100 for that? Yes. Really the downside would be the risk you get a lemon, or run into trouble selling the old machine, and the hassle of the process. You can avoid the lemon risk by not selling until you've tested the new one, so...

 

[maflynn]

and be out of pocket less than 100$

Well if you can get that much for the laptop and only spend 100 dollars, then why not