Can't Decide, Need Help, the regular talk...

[JohnnyQuest]

So I'm definitely getting a macbook this week. However, I have a dilemma...should i get the low-end model (1.83GHz/512mbRAM) or the upgrade model (2.0GHz/1gbRAM)??? Please help. I won't be using it for VERY much- just Microsoft Office, iPhoto, iTunes, Safari, and a couple of other included apps. Just want everyone's opinion.

 

[72930]

I say go for refurb, and spend the money saved on 3rd party RAM...

 

[JohnnyQuest]

NO! My only two options are those two computers. Which one suits my needs most?

 

[psycoswimmer]

The upgraded one. Especially because you will be using Word, which runs under Rosetta.

 

[Osarkon]

The upgraded one. I've seen how slow the basic model runs, and mine's slow enough running word and it's the upgraded version.

Also, you get a DVDRW drive which you don't get with the basic model.

 

[salmon06]

Definetly the upgraded one because:

1. DVD Burner
2. RAM (512mb is realistically not enough...)

 

[JohnnyQuest]

Yeah I undernd everyone's points. I'm using an HP Pavilion ze4900 with 256mb RAM and 40 gig hard drive. So anything is better!!! I think I'm going to go with the better WhiteBook. Its just more practical.

 

[iJawn108]

You need 1gig for osx to run smooth. if you upgrade the ram to 1 gig the lower end model will.