Need Purchasing Advice MacBook Pro or iMac
I use two old G5 Power PC's at home and work (circa 2004 or 05 for both) and I am looking at strategies to replace them with newer hardware. I need advice from computer experts on what makes the most sense.
At the core, I am considering purchasing one of the following two machines:
*27" iMac: 2.8GHz Quad-Core Intel Core i7*
*MacBook Pro: 2.66GHz Intel Core i7*
I will pair one of the above with the : G-Technology 4TB G-RAID Dual-Drive Storage.
Whatever I purchase, I will use the new Mac at home and/or work to edit HD video, develop websites, create presentations, etc.
Initially, I was thinking of using the MacBook Pro because it would provide me a powerful machine for home and work, and allow me to present away from the office using the same machine.
The alternative would be to stick with one of the G5's and replace the other with the iMac. I could then purchase a small regular MacBook or iPad for live presentations.
I also realize that the new Mac pro is not far away, but I don't know that I want to spend the extra money for that much machine.
So, the bottom line, I'm looking to produce a solution that:
• Improves the speed and performance for HD video editing (at home, work or both)
• Allows me to make presentations away from the office
• Is under $4k
• Is a reliable and convenient solution
My choices are:
a) iMac + small device (iPad or Macbook, new or used)
b) MacBook Pro
c) A better solution I haven't considered
What makes the most sense? What would you do and why?
THANK YOU in advance for any advice you might provide.
JJ
I would get a 17" Macbook Pro. It has an Expresscard/34 slot that will accept an eSata card. This will allow you to take full advantage of the G-Tech Raid O's speed for editing video.
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