MacBook Pro 2010

After months of speculations, Apple Computers finally released their new MacBook Pro models in April 2010. These new models contained significant upgrades from the MacBook 2009, which was released in June 2009. In the last 10 months the market for laptop computers and netbooks has changed completely, and we are seeing much advanced configurations which we did not think was possible until now.

The MacBook Pro 2010 comes in 3 different sizes, namely 13 inch, 15 inch and 17 inch models. For people who are loyal and committed to Apple and Macintosh computers, these offer a significant update on the machines they have been using. For users of Microsoft Windows, they now have a MacBook Pro series on par with the solid configurations that can be added on Windows based desktop computers.

The 3 most significant changes in the MacBook Pro 2010 series is the CPU that is used in the machine, the graphics card pre-installed on the machine and the amount of RAM (computer memory) that comes attached with the machine. Different combinations are priced differently, but with this well timed release of their MacBook Pro series, Apple has ensured that this is their year. The release of the iPhone 4 is going to simply cement Apple's position in the market now.

13-inch MacBook Pro

The biggest advantage of the new series, according to Apple, is the enhanced battery life, which is claimed to run as high as 9 hours. This is a very strong claim regarding the battery, and it is something that is firmly building up Apple's market share. Unlike the 15 inch and 17 inch models, the 13 inch model retains the Intel Core 2 Duo CPU though, so this is a slightly limited model. It is suitable for people who are hesitant to spend more money on their laptop. The specifications for this machine are as follows.

• 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor OR 2.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor
• 4 GB RAM (can be upgraded to 8 GB)
• 250 GB / 320 GB Hard Drive (can be upgraded to 500 GB)
• 13.3 inch LED Backlit Display
• 1280 x 800 Screen Resolution
• Nvidia GeForce 320M Graphics Card
• Price: $1,199 OR $1,499

15 inch MacBook Pro

The 15 inch and 17 inch MacBook Pros have got a major upgrade in their processors, as they now run the Intel Core i5 and Intel Core i7 CPU respectively. These are considerably faster than the Core 2 Duo processors, and offer a wide range of features and benefits. The specifications for this machine are as follows.

• 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 Processor OR 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5 Processor OR 2.66 GHz Intel Core i7 Processor
• 4 GB RAM (can be upgraded to 8 GB for $400)
• 300 GB Hard Disk OR 500 GB Hard Disk
• 15.5 inch LED Backlit Display
• 1400 x 900 glossy pixel resolution (can be upgraded to 1680 x 1050 pixel resolution for $100)
• Nvidia GeForce GT 330M Graphics Card with 256 MB Memory
• Price: $1,799 OR $1,999 OR $2,199

17 inch MacBook Pro

All the reviews are raving about the enhanced battery life of these machines, and another feature that has impressed people (in the 15 inch and 17 inch models), is the Nvidia Optimus graphics-switching technology. This feature makes it unnecessary to manually switch between Intel integrated graphics and an Nvidia GeForce graphics processor.

The 17 inch MacBook Pro is the high-end model of this series, and offers the best configuration and computer performance possible. Using the Intel Core i7 Processor, combined with the increased RAM and storage space and battery life, this is one of the most powerful machines that money can buy today. The specifications of this machine are as follows.

• 2.53 GHz Core i5 Processor (can be upgraded to 2.66 GHz Core i7 Processor for $200)
• 4 GB RAM (can be upgraded to 8 GB)
• 500 GB Hard Drive
• 17.7 inch LED Backlit Display
• 1920 x 1200 pixel screen resolution
• Nvidia GeForce GT 330M Graphics Card with 512 MB Memory
• Price: $2,299

With the introduction of these models, Apple Computers has simply reaffirmed their status as the most competent computer manufacturer around in the best laptop brands list, and the MacBook Pro 2010 benchmark is widely being implemented by all other manufacturers as well. The increased battery life and improved performance, along with the vastly superior computer security measures on MacBook Pros, make this a highly valuable and worthwhile purchase for you.