My decision-3.20 Ghz i3 or 2.80 Ghz i7 ? ?

[MacLeg]

My most intensive intended use is Photoshop; would there be any compelling reason to go with the 2.8 i7 model as opposed to the 3.20 Ghz? Thanks for any suggestions.

 

[aliensporebomb]

Imo

IMO the i7 is a more powerful chip:
-turbo boost
-hyperthreading (faux 8-core)

But, I haven't heard anything about the i3 vis-a-vis photoshop.

 

[Hellhammer]

If you have the $ for i7, go ahead. I would even look at refurbs to save some $ and get technically as fast as new.

 

[dexthageek]

The current 27'' i3 (2010) is the same price as the 2.8 i7 (2009) @ $1699US

It is a no brainer go for the refurb i7.

 

[raysfan81]

The current 27'' i3 (2010) is the same price as the 2.8 i7 (2009) @ $1699US

It is a no brainer go for the refurb i7.

Definitely go for the i7. Hands down its much better.

 

[MacLeg]

Thanks! !

Thanks for all your replies; and the HellHammer for the speed chart. My i7 (refurb) arrives tomorrow. To chew up Photoshop files with an easy laugh.

 

[jrko]

great choice. Its stupid quick compared to my C2D 2.4 MBP

I scored 9989 on geekbench 2.1 which is higher than the 8237 posted on their list and faster than a 2008 2.8 8 core

I know real life is different to benchmarks but none the less for £1399