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The new MacBook Pro sets all-new benchmarks for Mac notebooks. This 15-inch MacBook Pro features an Intel Core i7 processor and next-generation NVIDIA graphics that bring high performance to everything from 3D games to photos and videos. Additionally, the MacBook Pro comes standard with automatic graphics switching that provides performance when you need it and energy efficiency when you don't--helping the built-in battery last up to 8-9 hours. The new MacBook Pro features a precision unibody enclosure crafted from a single block of aluminum, creating a thin and light mobile computing workhorse that's also highly durable. And it includes a 15.4-inch, LED-backlit glass display as well as a glass trackpad that doesn't include a button (for larger tracking area) that features Apple's Multi-Touch technology.
Apple MacBook Pro (15-Inch, 2011 Version)
Apple's mid-level MacBook Pro gets a huge boost in power without an increase in price, giving it a large edge over its competition.
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Lab report: 2011 MacBook Pro benchmark results
Macworld Lab has all five standard configurations of the new 2011 MacBook Pro, and the benchmark results are in -- and they're impressive, with Speedmark scores between 13 and 53 percent faster than the systems they replace. Lab Director James...
Apple overhauled its MacBook Pro offerings with new processors, new graphics, and a new peripheral connector. The new lineup consists of two 13-inch models, two 15-inch models (down from three in the previous generation) and one 17-inch model. The...
Apple MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2011)
The most well-rounded 13-inch notebook gets a serious speed boost and lasts even longer on a charge than its predecessor.
The full gamut of familiar multitouch gestures are here as well. We easily used two fingers to scroll up and down through webpages and zoom in and out of photos and documents. With four digits we pushed all windows out of the way for a clear view of...
Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (Early 2011) - HardwareZone.com
With its durable unibody enclosure, Multi-Touch trackpad, and energy-efficient design, the Apple MacBook Pro looks beautiful. And works beautifully.
Apple MacBook Pro (15-Inch, 2011 Version)
Pros: Impressive performance; phenomenal battery life; excellent internal upgrades from previous model
Cons: No Blu-ray drive; glossy screen produces glare; non-user-replaceable battery
Apple MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2011)
Pros: Superb battery life ; Fast overall performance ; Sturdy, luxurious design ; Excellent keyboard and touchpad ; Robust software package
Cons: Less graphics performance than predecessor ; Lower resolution than 13-inch MacBook Air ; Bottom torward the rear gets very warm
Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (Early 2011) - HardwareZone.com
Pros: Excellent battery life; Good performance; Thunderbolt interface
Cons: Screen resolution could have been higher for the intended user segment; Premium price
cello808
Pros: The internet, email and camera. Chat room
Cons: too heavy and battery dies out fast when not on the charger
nad_masters
Pros: Fastest CPU available, Radeon 6750M, 750GB HDD, battery life, high res antiglare display
Cons: Expensive, heavy, hard drive stutters/pauses