Apple's video cards arent enough...

[umdjb]

Why does Apple only offer computers with 64MB of video Ram when most PC manufacturers offer a minimum of 128 and upgradeable to 256 or even 512. Isn't the whole purpose of building a "better" machine for videos, photos, and gaming (Apples apparent mantra) to include the best hardware support for those functions.

Can anyone explain?

Thanks!

 

[Eidorian]

In current Intel line, outside of the GMA950, where do you see 64 MB of RAM on the video card?

 

[umdjb]

I was referring to previous macs like powerbook line.

 

[Eidorian]

I was referring to previous macs like powerbook line.

iPhoto only needs Quartz Extreme. I have a GeForce 2 MX with 32 MB in an iMac G4. iPhoto 6 flies on that 4 year old machine. Quartz Extreme is an integral component for OS X and most pro applications. The video RAM is secondary. As long as you have a Radeon or a GeForce 2 you're set.

 

[Chundles]

I was referring to previous macs like powerbook line.

Why are you worried about systems that aren't being sold anymore?

 

[Danksi]

I think it could well be a case of, it's not what you have, but how you use it.

 

[MacsRgr8]

Ha.... wait till the Power Macs get the Intels inside...

I bet we can use any PC grfx card in them, as long as Apple has a driver...

 

[Dont Hurt Me]

Why does Apple only offer computers with 64MB of video Ram when most PC manufacturers offer a minimum of 128 and upgradeable to 256 or even 512. Isn't the whole purpose of building a "better" machine for videos, photos, and gaming (Apples apparent mantra) to include the best hardware support for those functions.

Can anyone explain?

Thanks!

It forces you to buy a new machine sooner. or It makes you opt for a Pro Model to have middle grade graphics. There I explained it.