Apple MacBook Pro 2.33GHz December 17th, 2006 | by Jason Tomczak
Full Review - Conclusion
Conclusion
The MacBook Pro Core 2 Duo is a fantastic laptop for professionals, average users and students with a more generous budget. The fact that the C2D model is the second generation of the MacBook Pro line, it is implicitly understood that all the bugs from the first-generation MacBook Pro (excessive heat, wireless troubles, MagSafe temps, etc.) have been properly ironed out. After 400 hours of using the MacBook Pro Core 2 Duo, not a single bug has presented itself. Absolutely nothing caught the attention of this hyper-sensitive and picky user.
While the MacBook Pro Core 2 Duo is aesthetically the same as the original MacBook Pro, the upgrade to the Core 2 Duo processor is more than significant. It represents a massive increase in processor power and, no matter what applications you use on a regular basis, your productivity and/or efficiency is bound to experience a boost.
Unlike previous PPC and Intel-based laptops with 512MB basic RAM, the entry-level 1GB RAM allocation is enough for basic tasks. There's no bog-down. The 2GB config is really a workaholic's best bet. And for those who need a portable powerhouse with little to no limits, upgrade to 3GB - either as a build-to-order option on apple.com or as an after-market upgrade via crucial.com.
The MacBook Pro Core 2 Duo would make an unforgettable Christmas gift for yourself or a family member who's been extra good all year. It may also be an ideal upgrade for your business, especially if you value higher productivity and increased morale.
No matter your reasons, the new MacBook Pro Core 2 Duo will make an indispensable asset.
Pros:
• Sexy, light-weight design
• Silent operation
• Runs much cooler and faster than original MBP
• Super-bright glossy screen
• New 6X SuperDrive
• Ability to run OSX and Windows XP
• Rev2 means few to no hardware bugs
Cons:
• ExpressCard/34 instead of PC Card
• Larger Power brick
• Powerbrick, cables, external video adapter do not match the look of the MacBook Pro
by rohit Trivedi on November 8, 2009:
“Do you know that Windows runs faster on Mac machines? Well it's true. Intel core 2 duo works faster with Mac because it utilizes the maximum of Intel core 2 duo potential and graphic card use for high application and high end gaming.” More...