Macbook pro 2011 in 2019 Super akce · Zboží je zítra u Vás · Top stav + zárukaSlužby: Příprava počítače, Balíček programů, Navýšení RAM u NTB, Navýšení RAM u PC. Menu Menu New posts Trending Search forums What's new Is 2011 too old in MacBook Years? Thread starter chambers.imani Start date Home Forums Laptops You are using an out of date browser. It may not display this or other websites correctly.You should upgrade or use an alternative browser. C chambers.26/" class="trophyIconItem" title="Novice" data-xf-init="tooltip"> Feb 3, 2019 #1 Should I buy this MacBook Pro 13" early 2011 for $203 in 2019? Product Information The MacBook Pro MC700LL/A boasts a 13.3 inches LED-backlit display that offers wide-angle viewing with exceptional clarity and detail. Powered by the Intel Core i5 dual core processor, this Apple MacBook Pro MC700LL/A 13.3 inch laptop delivers high-speed performance, great media-management, and enhanced multi-tasking efficiencies. This Apple notebook comes equipped with Intel HD graphics processor that accelerates the graphical performance of videos and games. The high speed RAM built in this Apple 13.3 inch laptop facilitates speedy performance and faster data access. Further, the spacious hard drive in this Apple notebook allows you to store maximum amount of data inside. You can also take advantage of the FaceTime HD camera in the MacBook Pro MC700LL/A to indulge in video calling. Product Identifiers BrandApple MPNMC700LL/A Ean0885909436705 eBay Product ID (ePID)99741550 Product Key Features Release Year2011 Memory4GB Product FamilyMacBook Pro ColorSilver Dimensions Weight4.5lb. Width12.78in. Height0.95in. Depth8.94in. Additional Product Features Exterior ColorAluminum, Silver Networking TypeNetwork Adapter, Integrated 10/100/1000 Network Card, Bluetooth, Integrated Wireless LAN Installed Caché Memory3072KB RAM SPEED1333MHz Battery TechnologyLithium Polymer Battery Run TimeUp to 7hr. MAX Supported RAM8GB Dmi (Direct Media Interface)5 Gt/S Optical Drive Rewrite SPEED4X (DVD+RW), 10x (CD-RW), 4X (DVD-RW) Optical Drive TypeDvd±R Dl/Dvd±Rw/CD-RW Storage Controller TypeSerial ATA Model NumberA1278 Security FeaturesKensington Lock Slot Screen Size13.3in. Data Link ProtocolEthernet, AirPort Extreme, Bluetooth, IEEE 802.11n, Bluetooth 2.1 + Edr, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11A, IEEE 802.11g Expandability1X SDXC Card Slot Installed Video Memory384MB Display MAX. Resolution1280x800 Special FeaturesIntegrated Video Camera, Magsafe Power Adapter Port Expansion PortsDvi (Digital Video Interface), 1X IEEE 1394b (FireWire 800), FireWire 800, RJ-45 (Nic), Hdmi, 2X USB 2.0, VGA Out Release DateFebruary, 2011 Model IdahoMacbookpro81 Optical Drive Write SPEED24x (CD), 8X (DVD+R), 4X (DVD+R Dual Layer), 4X (DVD-R Dual Layer), 8X (DVD-R) Audio Input TypeMicrophone, Optical Digital In, Line-in (3.5mm), S/PDIF Indiana, Integrated Microphone Processor TypeIntel Core i5 RAM TechnologyDDR3 SDRAM Audio Output TypeOptical Digital, Line Out, Speaker(s), Headphones, Speakers Graphic ProcessorIntel HD Graphics 3000 Optical Drive Read SPEED6X (DVD-R DL), 24x (CD), 8X (DVD+R), 6X (DVD+R DL), 8X (DVD-R), 8X (Dvd) Input MethodTouchPad, Trackpad, Remote Control, Keyboard Number of CoresDual-Core Hard Drive Capacity320GB Processor Speed2.org/Person" class="message-user"> Solandri Feb 3, 2019 Apple's product specs read like an advertising blurb instead of giving actual specifics. Try EveryMac. https/everymac.com/systems/apple/macbook_pro/specs/macbook-pro-core-i5-2.3-13-early-2011-unibody-thunderbolt-specs.html The 2011 Macbook Pros are the oldest Macs I consider "modern". They feature a Sandy Bridge processor, which is the first time Intel took reducing power consumption seriously. It runs hot by modern standards, but nowhere near as bad as the previous gen Westmere (which frequently idled at 70-90 C). It also represents about the time where improvements in processor performance stalled. Each subsequent generation only improved performance about 5%-10% at the same clock speed. So a modern Coffee Lake processor... Sort by date Sort by votes Feb 3, 2019 Solution #2 Apple's product specs read like an advertising blurb instead of giving actual specifics. Try EveryMac. https/everymac.com/systems/apple/macbook_pro/specs/macbook-pro-core-i5-2.3-13-early-2011-unibody-thunderbolt-specs.html The 2011 Macbook Pros are the oldest Macs I consider "modern". They feature a Sandy Bridge processor, which is the first time Intel took reducing power consumption seriously. It runs hot by modern standards, but nowhere near as bad as the previous gen Westmere (which frequently idled at 70-90 C). It also represents about the time where improvements in processor performance stalled. Each subsequent generation only improved performance about 5%-10% at the same clock speed. So a modern Coffee Lake processor really isn't that much faster. The main drawbacks are that, contrary to popular belief, Apple is frequently behind the rest of the industry in adopting state-of-the-art components. This MBP only has USB 2.0 ports, despite USB 3.0 being introduced with Sandy Bridge. The HDD interface is SATA 3, but the optical bay interface is only SATA 2 despite the Intel chipset supporting two SATA 3 ports. So replacing the HDD with a SSD is an option, but replacing the optical drive with a SSD will not give as much performance as it could. Best move if you don't need the ODD is probably to replace the HDD with a SSD, and move the HDD to the optical bay. It's also a dual core, while most laptop processors in 2019 are now quad core. The lesser drawbacks which come to mind are that the 1280x800 screen resolution will be painful - the pixels will be obvious (OS X does not support subpixel rendering, so fonts will look considerably worse than on Windows at the same resolution), the integrated GPU is 3D-capable but very slow by modern standards, and I believe the max RAM is only 8 GB. The AC adapter has a reputation for failing frequently (Apple charges $79 for a replacement; lots of 3rd party adapters available for cheaper). It is supported by OS X High Sierra (10.13), but is not supported by the newest version Mojave (10.14). So expect support (security updates) to be phased out in the next 3-7 years. You can of course continue to use it with High Sierra at your own risk. Is $203 a good price? I'd say yes. It's overpriced if you just want a laptop, but not by much. And if you need a color-calibrated screen which supports 100% sRGB for art, photo, or video work, then $203 is cheap. Pop a SSD in it and it shouldn't be much worse than modern laptops. Just bigger and heavier with worse battery life.org/Person" class="message-user userExtra--expand"> Feb 3, 2019 #3 You gotta be just budget-poor and no more than $200 to spend to get something this old. Now any old laptop and you gotta ask how many cycles to this battery?. Apple OEM batteries last ~1,000 cycles, third-party much less. ASK. Good cosmetic condition? Don't buy sight unseen, going by spec only. The Jump to 2012 increased battery range by a lot. Personally, unless paragraph#1 is true I wouldn't buy any laptop with HD, having used SSD-only, I can't go back to "I feel the vibration HD" not mentioning the smoothness and speed of SSD, but that's just me. There are stolen laptops out there, do all u can to ascertain this is legit, don't want you to bring it home just to have the original owner remotely disable your purchase. Similar threads Question Question 17inch Laptop Purchase Help x Lil Miss Amatuer x Jan 7, 2022 Laptop General Discussion Replies 5 Views 3K Laptop General Discussion Jan 7, 2022 COLGeek Question MacBook Pro (13", Mid 2012, MD101LL/A): Questions before I buy mikeworld Sep 23, 2020 MacBooks Replies 4 Views 16K MacBooks Dec 9, 2020 LioPoince L P Solved Solved! How much is my laptop worth if I want to sell it? Psycho Panda Apr 17, 2020 Laptop General Discussion Replies 6 Views 7K Laptop General Discussion Apr 18, 2020 Psycho Panda P Solved Solved! Is it possible to replace / repair my laptops GPU? philly.a Apr 11, 2020 Laptop Tech Support Replies 1 Views 6K Laptop Tech Support Apr 13, 2020 hang-the-9 D Question Question How much is my old gaming laptop worth? 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C chambers.26/" class="trophyIconItem" title="Novice" data-xf-init="tooltip"> Feb 3, 2019 #1 Should I buy this MacBook Pro 13" early 2011 for $203 in 2019? Product Information The MacBook Pro MC700LL/A boasts a 13.3 inches LED-backlit display that offers wide-angle viewing with exceptional clarity and detail. Powered by the Intel Core i5 dual core processor, this Apple MacBook Pro MC700LL/A 13.3 inch laptop delivers high-speed performance, great media-management, and enhanced multi-tasking efficiencies. This Apple notebook comes equipped with Intel HD graphics processor that accelerates the graphical performance of videos and games. The high speed RAM built in this Apple 13.3 inch laptop facilitates speedy performance and faster data access. Further, the spacious hard drive in this Apple notebook allows you to store maximum amount of data inside. You can also take advantage of the FaceTime HD camera in the MacBook Pro MC700LL/A to indulge in video calling. Product Identifiers BrandApple MPNMC700LL/A Ean0885909436705 eBay Product ID (ePID)99741550 Product Key Features Release Year2011 Memory4GB Product FamilyMacBook Pro ColorSilver Dimensions Weight4.5lb. Width12.78in. Height0.95in. Depth8.94in. Additional Product Features Exterior ColorAluminum, Silver Networking TypeNetwork Adapter, Integrated 10/100/1000 Network Card, Bluetooth, Integrated Wireless LAN Installed Caché Memory3072KB RAM SPEED1333MHz Battery TechnologyLithium Polymer Battery Run TimeUp to 7hr. MAX Supported RAM8GB Dmi (Direct Media Interface)5 Gt/S Optical Drive Rewrite SPEED4X (DVD+RW), 10x (CD-RW), 4X (DVD-RW) Optical Drive TypeDvd±R Dl/Dvd±Rw/CD-RW Storage Controller TypeSerial ATA Model NumberA1278 Security FeaturesKensington Lock Slot Screen Size13.3in. Data Link ProtocolEthernet, AirPort Extreme, Bluetooth, IEEE 802.11n, Bluetooth 2.1 + Edr, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11A, IEEE 802.11g Expandability1X SDXC Card Slot Installed Video Memory384MB Display MAX. Resolution1280x800 Special FeaturesIntegrated Video Camera, Magsafe Power Adapter Port Expansion PortsDvi (Digital Video Interface), 1X IEEE 1394b (FireWire 800), FireWire 800, RJ-45 (Nic), Hdmi, 2X USB 2.0, VGA Out Release DateFebruary, 2011 Model IdahoMacbookpro81 Optical Drive Write SPEED24x (CD), 8X (DVD+R), 4X (DVD+R Dual Layer), 4X (DVD-R Dual Layer), 8X (DVD-R) Audio Input TypeMicrophone, Optical Digital In, Line-in (3.5mm), S/PDIF Indiana, Integrated Microphone Processor TypeIntel Core i5 RAM TechnologyDDR3 SDRAM Audio Output TypeOptical Digital, Line Out, Speaker(s), Headphones, Speakers Graphic ProcessorIntel HD Graphics 3000 Optical Drive Read SPEED6X (DVD-R DL), 24x (CD), 8X (DVD+R), 6X (DVD+R DL), 8X (DVD-R), 8X (Dvd) Input MethodTouchPad, Trackpad, Remote Control, Keyboard Number of CoresDual-Core Hard Drive Capacity320GB Processor Speed2.org/Person" class="message-user"> Solandri Feb 3, 2019 Apple's product specs read like an advertising blurb instead of giving actual specifics. Try EveryMac. https/everymac.com/systems/apple/macbook_pro/specs/macbook-pro-core-i5-2.3-13-early-2011-unibody-thunderbolt-specs.html The 2011 Macbook Pros are the oldest Macs I consider "modern". They feature a Sandy Bridge processor, which is the first time Intel took reducing power consumption seriously. It runs hot by modern standards, but nowhere near as bad as the previous gen Westmere (which frequently idled at 70-90 C). It also represents about the time where improvements in processor performance stalled. Each subsequent generation only improved performance about 5%-10% at the same clock speed. So a modern Coffee Lake processor... Sort by date Sort by votes Feb 3, 2019 Solution #2 Apple's product specs read like an advertising blurb instead of giving actual specifics. Try EveryMac. https/everymac.com/systems/apple/macbook_pro/specs/macbook-pro-core-i5-2.3-13-early-2011-unibody-thunderbolt-specs.html The 2011 Macbook Pros are the oldest Macs I consider "modern". They feature a Sandy Bridge processor, which is the first time Intel took reducing power consumption seriously. It runs hot by modern standards, but nowhere near as bad as the previous gen Westmere (which frequently idled at 70-90 C). It also represents about the time where improvements in processor performance stalled. Each subsequent generation only improved performance about 5%-10% at the same clock speed. So a modern Coffee Lake processor really isn't that much faster. The main drawbacks are that, contrary to popular belief, Apple is frequently behind the rest of the industry in adopting state-of-the-art components. This MBP only has USB 2.0 ports, despite USB 3.0 being introduced with Sandy Bridge. The HDD interface is SATA 3, but the optical bay interface is only SATA 2 despite the Intel chipset supporting two SATA 3 ports. So replacing the HDD with a SSD is an option, but replacing the optical drive with a SSD will not give as much performance as it could. Best move if you don't need the ODD is probably to replace the HDD with a SSD, and move the HDD to the optical bay. It's also a dual core, while most laptop processors in 2019 are now quad core. The lesser drawbacks which come to mind are that the 1280x800 screen resolution will be painful - the pixels will be obvious (OS X does not support subpixel rendering, so fonts will look considerably worse than on Windows at the same resolution), the integrated GPU is 3D-capable but very slow by modern standards, and I believe the max RAM is only 8 GB. The AC adapter has a reputation for failing frequently (Apple charges $79 for a replacement; lots of 3rd party adapters available for cheaper). It is supported by OS X High Sierra (10.13), but is not supported by the newest version Mojave (10.14). So expect support (security updates) to be phased out in the next 3-7 years. You can of course continue to use it with High Sierra at your own risk. Is $203 a good price? I'd say yes. It's overpriced if you just want a laptop, but not by much. And if you need a color-calibrated screen which supports 100% sRGB for art, photo, or video work, then $203 is cheap. Pop a SSD in it and it shouldn't be much worse than modern laptops. Just bigger and heavier with worse battery life.org/Person" class="message-user userExtra--expand"> Feb 3, 2019 #3 You gotta be just budget-poor and no more than $200 to spend to get something this old. Now any old laptop and you gotta ask how many cycles to this battery?. Apple OEM batteries last ~1,000 cycles, third-party much less. ASK. Good cosmetic condition? Don't buy sight unseen, going by spec only. The Jump to 2012 increased battery range by a lot. Personally, unless paragraph#1 is true I wouldn't buy any laptop with HD, having used SSD-only, I can't go back to "I feel the vibration HD" not mentioning the smoothness and speed of SSD, but that's just me. 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Should I buy this MacBook Pro 13" early 2011 for $203 in 2019? Product Information The MacBook Pro MC700LL/A boasts a 13.3 inches LED-backlit display that offers wide-angle viewing with exceptional clarity and detail. Powered by the Intel Core i5 dual core processor, this Apple MacBook Pro MC700LL/A 13.3 inch laptop delivers high-speed performance, great media-management, and enhanced multi-tasking efficiencies. This Apple notebook comes equipped with Intel HD graphics processor that accelerates the graphical performance of videos and games. The high speed RAM built in this Apple 13.3 inch laptop facilitates speedy performance and faster data access. Further, the spacious hard drive in this Apple notebook allows you to store maximum amount of data inside. You can also take advantage of the FaceTime HD camera in the MacBook Pro MC700LL/A to indulge in video calling. Product Identifiers BrandApple MPNMC700LL/A Ean0885909436705 eBay Product ID (ePID)99741550 Product Key Features Release Year2011 Memory4GB Product FamilyMacBook Pro ColorSilver Dimensions Weight4.5lb. Width12.78in. Height0.95in. Depth8.94in. Additional Product Features Exterior ColorAluminum, Silver Networking TypeNetwork Adapter, Integrated 10/100/1000 Network Card, Bluetooth, Integrated Wireless LAN Installed Caché Memory3072KB RAM SPEED1333MHz Battery TechnologyLithium Polymer Battery Run TimeUp to 7hr. MAX Supported RAM8GB Dmi (Direct Media Interface)5 Gt/S Optical Drive Rewrite SPEED4X (DVD+RW), 10x (CD-RW), 4X (DVD-RW) Optical Drive TypeDvd±R Dl/Dvd±Rw/CD-RW Storage Controller TypeSerial ATA Model NumberA1278 Security FeaturesKensington Lock Slot Screen Size13.3in. Data Link ProtocolEthernet, AirPort Extreme, Bluetooth, IEEE 802.11n, Bluetooth 2.1 + Edr, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11A, IEEE 802.11g Expandability1X SDXC Card Slot Installed Video Memory384MB Display MAX. Resolution1280x800 Special FeaturesIntegrated Video Camera, Magsafe Power Adapter Port Expansion PortsDvi (Digital Video Interface), 1X IEEE 1394b (FireWire 800), FireWire 800, RJ-45 (Nic), Hdmi, 2X USB 2.0, VGA Out Release DateFebruary, 2011 Model IdahoMacbookpro81 Optical Drive Write SPEED24x (CD), 8X (DVD+R), 4X (DVD+R Dual Layer), 4X (DVD-R Dual Layer), 8X (DVD-R) Audio Input TypeMicrophone, Optical Digital In, Line-in (3.5mm), S/PDIF Indiana, Integrated Microphone Processor TypeIntel Core i5 RAM TechnologyDDR3 SDRAM Audio Output TypeOptical Digital, Line Out, Speaker(s), Headphones, Speakers Graphic ProcessorIntel HD Graphics 3000 Optical Drive Read SPEED6X (DVD-R DL), 24x (CD), 8X (DVD+R), 6X (DVD+R DL), 8X (DVD-R), 8X (Dvd) Input MethodTouchPad, Trackpad, Remote Control, Keyboard Number of CoresDual-Core Hard Drive Capacity320GB Processor Speed2.org/Person" class="message-user"> Solandri Feb 3, 2019 Apple's product specs read like an advertising blurb instead of giving actual specifics. Try EveryMac. https/everymac.com/systems/apple/macbook_pro/specs/macbook-pro-core-i5-2.3-13-early-2011-unibody-thunderbolt-specs.html The 2011 Macbook Pros are the oldest Macs I consider "modern". They feature a Sandy Bridge processor, which is the first time Intel took reducing power consumption seriously. It runs hot by modern standards, but nowhere near as bad as the previous gen Westmere (which frequently idled at 70-90 C). It also represents about the time where improvements in processor performance stalled. Each subsequent generation only improved performance about 5%-10% at the same clock speed. So a modern Coffee Lake processor...
Apple's product specs read like an advertising blurb instead of giving actual specifics. Try EveryMac. https/everymac.com/systems/apple/macbook_pro/specs/macbook-pro-core-i5-2.3-13-early-2011-unibody-thunderbolt-specs.html The 2011 Macbook Pros are the oldest Macs I consider "modern". They feature a Sandy Bridge processor, which is the first time Intel took reducing power consumption seriously. It runs hot by modern standards, but nowhere near as bad as the previous gen Westmere (which frequently idled at 70-90 C). It also represents about the time where improvements in processor performance stalled. Each subsequent generation only improved performance about 5%-10% at the same clock speed. So a modern Coffee Lake processor...
Feb 3, 2019 Solution #2 Apple's product specs read like an advertising blurb instead of giving actual specifics. Try EveryMac. https/everymac.com/systems/apple/macbook_pro/specs/macbook-pro-core-i5-2.3-13-early-2011-unibody-thunderbolt-specs.html The 2011 Macbook Pros are the oldest Macs I consider "modern". They feature a Sandy Bridge processor, which is the first time Intel took reducing power consumption seriously. It runs hot by modern standards, but nowhere near as bad as the previous gen Westmere (which frequently idled at 70-90 C). It also represents about the time where improvements in processor performance stalled. Each subsequent generation only improved performance about 5%-10% at the same clock speed. So a modern Coffee Lake processor really isn't that much faster. The main drawbacks are that, contrary to popular belief, Apple is frequently behind the rest of the industry in adopting state-of-the-art components. This MBP only has USB 2.0 ports, despite USB 3.0 being introduced with Sandy Bridge. The HDD interface is SATA 3, but the optical bay interface is only SATA 2 despite the Intel chipset supporting two SATA 3 ports. So replacing the HDD with a SSD is an option, but replacing the optical drive with a SSD will not give as much performance as it could. Best move if you don't need the ODD is probably to replace the HDD with a SSD, and move the HDD to the optical bay. It's also a dual core, while most laptop processors in 2019 are now quad core. The lesser drawbacks which come to mind are that the 1280x800 screen resolution will be painful - the pixels will be obvious (OS X does not support subpixel rendering, so fonts will look considerably worse than on Windows at the same resolution), the integrated GPU is 3D-capable but very slow by modern standards, and I believe the max RAM is only 8 GB. The AC adapter has a reputation for failing frequently (Apple charges $79 for a replacement; lots of 3rd party adapters available for cheaper). It is supported by OS X High Sierra (10.13), but is not supported by the newest version Mojave (10.14). So expect support (security updates) to be phased out in the next 3-7 years. You can of course continue to use it with High Sierra at your own risk. Is $203 a good price? I'd say yes. It's overpriced if you just want a laptop, but not by much. And if you need a color-calibrated screen which supports 100% sRGB for art, photo, or video work, then $203 is cheap. Pop a SSD in it and it shouldn't be much worse than modern laptops. Just bigger and heavier with worse battery life.org/Person" class="message-user userExtra--expand"> Feb 3, 2019 #3 You gotta be just budget-poor and no more than $200 to spend to get something this old. Now any old laptop and you gotta ask how many cycles to this battery?. Apple OEM batteries last ~1,000 cycles, third-party much less. ASK. Good cosmetic condition? Don't buy sight unseen, going by spec only. The Jump to 2012 increased battery range by a lot. Personally, unless paragraph#1 is true I wouldn't buy any laptop with HD, having used SSD-only, I can't go back to "I feel the vibration HD" not mentioning the smoothness and speed of SSD, but that's just me. There are stolen laptops out there, do all u can to ascertain this is legit, don't want you to bring it home just to have the original owner remotely disable your purchase. Similar threads Question Question 17inch Laptop Purchase Help x Lil Miss Amatuer x Jan 7, 2022 Laptop General Discussion Replies 5 Views 3K Laptop General Discussion Jan 7, 2022 COLGeek Question MacBook Pro (13", Mid 2012, MD101LL/A): Questions before I buy mikeworld Sep 23, 2020 MacBooks Replies 4 Views 16K MacBooks Dec 9, 2020 LioPoince L P Solved Solved! How much is my laptop worth if I want to sell it? Psycho Panda Apr 17, 2020 Laptop General Discussion Replies 6 Views 7K Laptop General Discussion Apr 18, 2020 Psycho Panda P Solved Solved! Is it possible to replace / repair my laptops GPU? philly.a Apr 11, 2020 Laptop Tech Support Replies 1 Views 6K Laptop Tech Support Apr 13, 2020 hang-the-9 D Question Question How much is my old gaming laptop worth? Dragonisles Apr 4, 2020 Laptop General Discussion Replies 1 Views 3K Laptop General Discussion Apr 4, 2020 hang-the-9 Share: Facebook X (Twitter) Reddit Tumblr WhatsApp Email TRENDING THREADS D Question Re New Update for LG TV Started by Delfin Rindero 50 minutes ago Replies: 0 TVs Question Is the 4060 Laptops enough for Unreal Engine 5? Started by kyle2906 Today at 11:38 AM Replies: 1 Laptop General Discussion S Question Laptop recommendations for business analytic student Started by sawraha1 Today at 11:48 AM Replies: 1 Laptop General Discussion A Solved! What is causing..my New high end (4090 Gpu) laptop, to crash sudden!...plz help Started by AsusRogstrix 16 RTX4090! Dec 30, 2024 Replies: 20 Laptop Tech Support Question I have a Lenovo G700 that has a blank screen Started by Thechosenone3145 Sunday at 4:00 PM Replies: 3 Laptop Tech Support U Question Google is quite upset with me, and I think I know why but need help Started by ulao Jan 10, 2025 Replies: 11 Antivirus / Security / Privacy M Question Forgotten password Started by mahakr2 Sunday at 10:34 AM Replies: 1 Laptop General Discussion Share this page Facebook X (Twitter) Reddit Tumblr WhatsApp Email Share Link
Apple's product specs read like an advertising blurb instead of giving actual specifics. Try EveryMac. https/everymac.com/systems/apple/macbook_pro/specs/macbook-pro-core-i5-2.3-13-early-2011-unibody-thunderbolt-specs.html The 2011 Macbook Pros are the oldest Macs I consider "modern". They feature a Sandy Bridge processor, which is the first time Intel took reducing power consumption seriously. It runs hot by modern standards, but nowhere near as bad as the previous gen Westmere (which frequently idled at 70-90 C). It also represents about the time where improvements in processor performance stalled. Each subsequent generation only improved performance about 5%-10% at the same clock speed. So a modern Coffee Lake processor really isn't that much faster. The main drawbacks are that, contrary to popular belief, Apple is frequently behind the rest of the industry in adopting state-of-the-art components. This MBP only has USB 2.0 ports, despite USB 3.0 being introduced with Sandy Bridge. The HDD interface is SATA 3, but the optical bay interface is only SATA 2 despite the Intel chipset supporting two SATA 3 ports. So replacing the HDD with a SSD is an option, but replacing the optical drive with a SSD will not give as much performance as it could. Best move if you don't need the ODD is probably to replace the HDD with a SSD, and move the HDD to the optical bay. It's also a dual core, while most laptop processors in 2019 are now quad core. The lesser drawbacks which come to mind are that the 1280x800 screen resolution will be painful - the pixels will be obvious (OS X does not support subpixel rendering, so fonts will look considerably worse than on Windows at the same resolution), the integrated GPU is 3D-capable but very slow by modern standards, and I believe the max RAM is only 8 GB. The AC adapter has a reputation for failing frequently (Apple charges $79 for a replacement; lots of 3rd party adapters available for cheaper). It is supported by OS X High Sierra (10.13), but is not supported by the newest version Mojave (10.14). So expect support (security updates) to be phased out in the next 3-7 years. You can of course continue to use it with High Sierra at your own risk. Is $203 a good price? I'd say yes. It's overpriced if you just want a laptop, but not by much. And if you need a color-calibrated screen which supports 100% sRGB for art, photo, or video work, then $203 is cheap. Pop a SSD in it and it shouldn't be much worse than modern laptops. Just bigger and heavier with worse battery life.org/Person" class="message-user userExtra--expand">
You gotta be just budget-poor and no more than $200 to spend to get something this old. Now any old laptop and you gotta ask how many cycles to this battery?. Apple OEM batteries last ~1,000 cycles, third-party much less. ASK. Good cosmetic condition? Don't buy sight unseen, going by spec only. The Jump to 2012 increased battery range by a lot. Personally, unless paragraph#1 is true I wouldn't buy any laptop with HD, having used SSD-only, I can't go back to "I feel the vibration HD" not mentioning the smoothness and speed of SSD, but that's just me. There are stolen laptops out there, do all u can to ascertain this is legit, don't want you to bring it home just to have the original owner remotely disable your purchase.