Hey everyone,
So im deciding which configuration MacBook pro retina I want to buy. I have already decided on getting the 16gb ram and 256gb SSD.
I would like to know what are user's experience in regard to the CPU and associated battery life, mainly the 2.3ghz and 2.6 Ghz. I feel that the 2.6ghz is definitely worth the cost, but my main concern is if there is additional drain on battery or is it the drain about the same.
Now i understand that both consume the same power, but searching here on the forum yields inconsistant answers to the question. Some say because the power draw is the same, it wont affect battery. Others say it will run at a slightly higher clock causing additional battery drain.
Question: So anyone with experience have an idea if the 2.6ghz processor does actually drain the battery faster than the 2.3 or is it relatively the same?
I understand it will depend on the task being done and which graphics card is being used. Just curious if anyone has experience and/or can comment on the topic.
My uses: Software engineering, web development and dj software.
I understand for my uses I wont need the additional power, but for $100 it makes sense to just upgrade.
So im deciding which configuration MacBook pro retina I want to buy. I have already decided on getting the 16gb ram and 256gb SSD.
I would like to know what are user's experience in regard to the CPU and associated battery life, mainly the 2.3ghz and 2.6 Ghz. I feel that the 2.6ghz is definitely worth the cost, but my main concern is if there is additional drain on battery or is it the drain about the same.
Now i understand that both consume the same power, but searching here on the forum yields inconsistant answers to the question. Some say because the power draw is the same, it wont affect battery. Others say it will run at a slightly higher clock causing additional battery drain.
Question: So anyone with experience have an idea if the 2.6ghz processor does actually drain the battery faster than the 2.3 or is it relatively the same?
I understand it will depend on the task being done and which graphics card is being used. Just curious if anyone has experience and/or can comment on the topic.
My uses: Software engineering, web development and dj software.
I understand for my uses I wont need the additional power, but for $100 it makes sense to just upgrade.