I am think about buying my friend the $1099 MB without the great graphics card,do games run as good as on the MB as the MBP or is just worth it to get the MPB just for gaming
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Question about gaming on MB
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Wow, you're generous. I agree with Eidorian. The dedicated graphics processor(s) in the MacBook pro make it much much better for gaming.
In all honesty, I don't think laptops are a good decision for gaming. Even with MXM and a the slim chance to upgrade other parts the costs don't meet the longevity.
I'm looking into a MacBook + self-built gaming rig right now.
I'm looking into a MacBook + self-built gaming rig right now.
True, I have been playing Call of Duty 4, and Unreal Tournament 3 on my MacBook Pro, and it's been running flawlessly. I highly doubt that a regular MB will be able to drive those games to this kind of capacity.
If you are looking a computer for gaming, MBP is the way to go.
Personally, I would recommend a desktop for gaming applications... the fans of the MBP's screams out while playing for a while..
If you are looking a computer for gaming, MBP is the way to go.
Personally, I would recommend a desktop for gaming applications... the fans of the MBP's screams out while playing for a while..
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For light gaming, the macbook is fine. For higher-end gaming, the macbook pro is the better machine (for the price, too). But I agree with the above poster, if you want a gaming computer, build a desktop PC.
I'd try to wait for a MacBook update if possible. There's a chance of a video subsystem upgrade.
Pretty much anything is better then the GMA 950 that's currently used.
Oh everyone seems expect all the settings on high and any resolution.
I still find people that never touch the graphical options in a game ever though. I guess they like 640 x 480.
Consider the refurbished MacBook Pro at US$1,699.
i think the macbook pro will be fine, he just plays World of warcraft and games on steam, like Counter-strike and Half-life 2
i was going to wait anyway for leopard that is also why i am getting it for him, he really want leopard