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  1. J

    any point in configuring to i9

    Hi all, I have a 2011 iMac (i5, 20gb ram, 1tb ssd) which is still powerful enough for me, but is now obsolete in the eyes of Apple. I need to use Logic Pro X for work but it’s not compatible with my iMac (running High Sierra). Alas, I’m looking to buy a new computer (ouch), but this got me...
    • JRTba
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    • configuration imac processor upgrade software
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    • Forum: iMac
  2. J

    Upgrade for more RAM

    Hello everybody, I am new to this discussion forum and I have to confess not a very technically inclined person hence the reason for me posting the below dilemma: I have a 21.5 inch iMac that was purchased in 2012 but dates from mid 2011. It has 4GB, 1333 MHz DDR3 and the processor is a 2,7...
    • Jonathan_Hill
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    • hardware acceleration memory processor speed processor upgrade ram speed
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    • Forum: iMac
  3. sunsetblow

    iMac 2007 processor upgrade?

    This model: https://everymac.com/systems/apple/imac/specs/imac-core-2-duo-2.0-20-inch-aluminum-specs.html I got one of these handed down to me and read on everymac that it's possible to do processor upgrades, especially since it's a ZIF socket. Has anyone done of these upgrades themselves and...
    • sunsetblow
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    • 2007 imac processor upgrade
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    • Forum: iMac
  4. lbdesign

    A11 processor for iPad Pros?

    Does anyone have any rumors or intelligence on when Apple will update the iPads with the new processor? I am ready for a new iPad, but not if it's going to have an "older" processor than a phone has. (yes, I realize the A10x is very, very good, but for the high cost, I am allowed to want the...
    • lbdesign
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    • a10x a11 ipad processor upgrade
    • Replies: 27
    • Forum: iPad
  5. I

    Mac Pro Mid 2012 Processor Upgrade

    Hey guys, I have a mac pro (mid 2012 model) with dual 2.4 GHz Six Core (i think 24 cores in total) 32-nm Xeon E5645 (Westmere) processors also with 32 gb of ram. I edit video full time and I just upgraded my graphics card (long overdue). I was wondering, what's the fastest processor I can...
    • iownamac
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    • mac pro mac pro (mid 2012) processor processor speed processor upgrade
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Mac Pro
  6. V

    Future-proofing new MacBook 12"

    Hi folks, I'm in the market for a 2017 MacBook 12". Since it's not a powerful machine and I'd like to keep it in service for as long as possible, I'm thinking of shelling out for either the 16GB RAM update or the i5 processor upgrade (or both, I guess). I don't plan to do anything especially...
    • VoiceVote
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    • futureproofing macbook macbook 12" processor upgrade ram upgrade
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: MacBook
  7. Endlessly29

    2.9 Ghz i5 vs 3.1Ghz i5 for MacBook Pro 2016 13" TouchBar

    Hi!! I'm thinking to get a 2016 MBP with the touchbar! I'll be using it for daily use, school use, as well as video editing in FCPX/adobe premiere (no 4K, 1080p for now with filters and effects heavy) and stuffs. I've already decided on getting the 13" touchbar model with 16Gb RAM and 512Gb...
    • Endlessly29
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    • i5 vs i5 macbook 13" macbook pro processor speed processor upgrade ram touchbar macbook pro
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
  8. R

    Will I noticed a performance difference between processor upgrade 2.7 to 2.9ghz option?

    15" macbook pro 2016 has option of upgrding from 2.7 to 2.9ghz for 210 dollars more. is it worth it? i use imovie/final cut , thats about the most heavy intensive app I prob use
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