I chose the $1799 variation with the 10gen/16gb/ 512bg. I’m wondering if it’s a huge difference between the models.
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Which MBP 2020 did you get ($1299 or $1799 version)?
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If you use the GPU the $1799 version is great. If you don’t need 16GB or 512GB the base is great.
Same here. I’m second guessing like crazy. Feel like I should cancel and get the 8th gen version. I’d prefer the 14in rumored to debut later this year, but don’t know if I can wait.
Went with the 8th Gen / 256 / 16gb. I have a work computer already and mainly do photo editing so don’t need anything that powerful. Might pick up some video graphic projects for fun but nothing intensive. First personal laptop since my 2011 died two years ago.
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But it was already replied to by @insane08 . So I added it back for lack of confusion.
What I asked was will you be more disappointed if you purchase the Gen 8 $1300 version vs the GEN 10 $1800 version IF they have a refresh in Nov - Feb with Wifi 6 and 14".
It really is a Negative Negative question. Enjoy the Gen 8 and Gen 10.......Updates are guaranteed and should be welcome.
But it was already replied to by @insane08 . So I added it back for lack of confusion.
What I asked was will you be more disappointed if you purchase the Gen 8 $1300 version vs the GEN 10 $1800 version IF they have a refresh in Nov - Feb with Wifi 6 and 14".
It really is a Negative Negative question. Enjoy the Gen 8 and Gen 10.......Updates are guaranteed and should be welcome.
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Dont second guess yourself, you needed that power for a reason right! Enjoy the device
To answer question above! I purchased purely out of want right now. I would be lying if I said I wouldn’t feel some sort of regret if the 14” shows up much sooner rather than later but it comes down to the cost. If the 14” is priced competitive at $1300 then I would be disappointed. But if it’s priced at $1600+ then I wouldn’t mind really because it’s more than I would want to spend on the device and it doesn’t change my functionality with the device in any way.
To answer question above! I purchased purely out of want right now. I would be lying if I said I wouldn’t feel some sort of regret if the 14” shows up much sooner rather than later but it comes down to the cost. If the 14” is priced competitive at $1300 then I would be disappointed. But if it’s priced at $1600+ then I wouldn’t mind really because it’s more than I would want to spend on the device and it doesn’t change my functionality with the device in any way.
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I just got mine today. It's the 1799 version. I was wondering if I should go ahead and save a couple hundred bucks with the base, and just update the ram and storage on it. But honestly, it's about future-proofing. I'm going to use this for the next 5 year or so, so why not spend a little extra to get the better specs?
As far as using it, it feels really snappy. The keyboard feels great. I haven't been able to do much testing, but this is all I have thus far lol. I too was second guessing myself prior to getting it, but I am glad I did. The $1799 one is a great option and will be good for the next few years. Enjoy your purchase!
As far as using it, it feels really snappy. The keyboard feels great. I haven't been able to do much testing, but this is all I have thus far lol. I too was second guessing myself prior to getting it, but I am glad I did. The $1799 one is a great option and will be good for the next few years. Enjoy your purchase!
Which device has the speakers upgrade?
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I’d want the refresh, so neither would be suffice.
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Agreed....which is why I pro should have gotten the 8th gen model. For my usage case the air would probably be suffice, but in the near future I’m planning to get into photography and will need the extra power for editing photos and videos.
Remember with equal RAM and SSD, the 8th Gen is $1599, so it’s only a $200 difference. The 10th gen CPU is about 10% faster overall. But it also has a better GPU (good for video editing), 2 more TB 3 ports (if nothing more, it is more convenient since you can plug it in from either side), and better speakers. For what it’s worth, it can also drive a 6K display. I don’t have one now, but if you plan to keep yours for a few years, 6K displays may become more common.
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I think you’ll be happy with your purchase. The base Ice Lake is what I have. I tried the i7 MacBook Air, as well as the 2 TB Pro, and prefer the $1799 model overall.
Went with the 8 gen/256/16GB for $1500. 10gen is $600 more expensive here.
My MBP late 2013 base model has worked flawlessly for the past 6 years and only in the last 6 months it's begun showing its age. Bear that I only use it for general computing.
I simply see no reason to pay $600 more for:
-faster CPU - hardly noticeable for general computing, my base late 2013 CPU did well for over half a decade
-better gpu - it's not going to be good enough to play the games I would consider playing and I don't do video editing.
-better speakers (mine is always connected to a bluetooth Marshall speaker)
-4 ports (would be convenient, but I rarely have anything else but the power cable connected)
-extra storage - now this would definitely be welcome; 256GB is very minimal, but I will manage.
Edit: Although I usually keep my Macbooks 4-5 years, I might actually get the 14" next year if it comes with a number of substantial upgrades, I don't think the second hand market really cares much about 8 or 10 gen processor. Plenty of people who just read: Macbook Pro 2020 and they aren't into the nitty gritty of processor power.
My MBP late 2013 base model has worked flawlessly for the past 6 years and only in the last 6 months it's begun showing its age. Bear that I only use it for general computing.
I simply see no reason to pay $600 more for:
-faster CPU - hardly noticeable for general computing, my base late 2013 CPU did well for over half a decade
-better gpu - it's not going to be good enough to play the games I would consider playing and I don't do video editing.
-better speakers (mine is always connected to a bluetooth Marshall speaker)
-4 ports (would be convenient, but I rarely have anything else but the power cable connected)
-extra storage - now this would definitely be welcome; 256GB is very minimal, but I will manage.
Edit: Although I usually keep my Macbooks 4-5 years, I might actually get the 14" next year if it comes with a number of substantial upgrades, I don't think the second hand market really cares much about 8 or 10 gen processor. Plenty of people who just read: Macbook Pro 2020 and they aren't into the nitty gritty of processor power.
For context I'm upgrading from a 2016 13" non-touch bar with 2 TB3 ports. When the 8th Gen model is spec'd my needs (16GB/512GB) the price difference between it and the 10th gen is easily worth the additional $325CAD.
- 10-15% faster CPU and up to ~50% faster GPU.
- 2133MHZ DDR3 vs 3733 DDR4. Paying ~$2074CAD+tax for a machine with DDR3 these days sounds insane to me.
- Faster SSD.
- Two more Thunderbolt 3 Ports. Only being able to charge my current computer from one side has annoyed me a lotwith my 2 TB3 port machine MBP.
- 10-15% faster CPU and up to ~50% faster GPU.
- 2133MHZ DDR3 vs 3733 DDR4. Paying ~$2074CAD+tax for a machine with DDR3 these days sounds insane to me.
- Faster SSD.
- Two more Thunderbolt 3 Ports. Only being able to charge my current computer from one side has annoyed me a lotwith my 2 TB3 port machine MBP.
If I could have managed with 256Gb storage I'd have gone for the 8th gen but that's nowhere near enough to store data and virtual machines for daily use along with boot camp. I don't want to plug in an external drive everytime I need to boot up a Virtual Machine for testing and development.
The moment you upgrade the SSD to 51Gb+ it just makes more sense to buy the 10th gen version.
The moment you upgrade the SSD to 51Gb+ it just makes more sense to buy the 10th gen version.
I agree totally, the Gen 8 16GB ram 256 SSD makes great sense and a $400+ savings. But if you cant manage with 256 SSD then you should seriously consider the Gen 10 base for $200 more.
I can manage with 256SSD, so for me I would take the $400 savings and get a very fine MBP.
Not all cases but there are 2 versions of users.
1) it’s a mobile device that you use as an extension from your main desktop or larger laptop. This person should be able to manage with the smaller SSD. I’m in this group.
2) it’s your mobile device and dedicated home device, you want headroom for what’s to come.
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I have ordered a new one, 1799$ base model to upgrade from my current Early 2015 MBA 4GB RAM /128GB SSD and this will be a huge upgrade. Although my MBA still does its good job recently but after the keyboard refresh, I think this is the most suitable time to get the Retina display
I have an iMac Pro on my desk for heavy lifting. I need something portable for use not at my desk. I'm replacing a late 2013 15" MBP, which has been an amazing machine but I want something lighter for travel. I decided to go with the 8th generation i5 13" model with 512GB ssd and 16Gb RAM. The CPU is plenty fast for me, and I'm happy to save a few hundred dollars from the 10th generation model, but if it were my only computer I would probably bump up to the 10th generation with 32 GB RAM. From the bottom of the line MacBook Air all the way to the tricked out 15" MBP, it's "only $200 more" for "insert sweet feature here," but I've got to draw the line somewhere.