Advantages and Disadvantages of Apple MacBook Pro Spring 2010 (Review)
Posted on | June 6, 2010 | No Comments

Apple’s 15-inch MacBook Pro Spring 2010 keeps the same look and feel, but offers major internal changes, including an optional Intel Core i7 CPU, Intel Core i5 2.53 GHz, Intel Core i5 2400 MHz, making it a very serious portable powerhouse.
Advantages: Adds fast, efficient Intel Core i5, i7 processors, new Nvidia graphics, seamless switching between integrated, discrete GPUs.
Disadvantages: At the top end of the price scale; still no HDMI, Blu-ray, or other high-end options.
Apple MacBook Pro Spring 2010 Specs:
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Built-in DevicesStereo speakers, Bluetooth antenna, Wireless LAN antenna
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Width14.3 in
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Depth9.8 in
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Height0.9 in
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Weight5.5 lbs
Processor
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ProcessorIntel Core i7 2.66 GHz, Core i5 2.53 GHz, Intel Core i5 2400 MHz
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Multi-Core TechnologyDual-Core
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64-bit ComputingYes
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Data Bus Speed1066 MHz
Cache Memory
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TypeL3 cache
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Cache size4 MB
RAM
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Installed Size4 GB / 8 GB (max)
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TechnologyDDR3 SDRAM – 1066 MHz
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Memory specification compliancePC3-8500
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RAM form factorSO DIMM 204-pin
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RAM configuration features2 x 2 GB
Environmental Parameters
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Min Operating Temperature50 °F
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Max Operating Temperature95 °F
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Humidity Range Operating0 – 90%
Storage Controller
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Storage controller typeSerial ATA
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Storage Controller / Serial ATA InterfaceSerial ATA-150
Storage
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Floppy DriveNone
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Hard Drive500 GB – Serial ATA-150 – 5400 rpm
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Storage RemovableNone
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Hard drive typeStandard
Optical Storage
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TypeDVD±RW (±R DL) – Integrated
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CD / DVD read speed24x (CD) / 8x (DVD)
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CD / DVD write speed24x (CD) / 8x (DVD±R) / 4x (DVD±R DL)
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CD / DVD rewrite speed10x (CD) / 4x (DVD±RW)
Optical Storage (2nd)
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2nd optical storage typeNone
Card Reader
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Card reader typeCard reader
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Supported flash memory cardsSD Memory Card
Display
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Display Type15.0 in TFT active matrix
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Max Resolution1440 x 900 ( WXGA+ )
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Widescreen DisplayYes
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FeaturesGlossy, LED-backlit
Video
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Multi-GPU Configuration1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
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Graphics Processor / VendorNVIDIA GeForce GT 330M / Intel HD Graphics
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Video Memory512 MB GDDR3 SDRAM
Audio
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Audio output typeSound card
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Audio InputMicrophone
Notebook Camera
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Camera TypeIntegrated
Input Device(s)
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Input device typeTrackpad, Backlit keyboard
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FeaturesMulti-touch technology
Telecom
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ModemNone
Networking
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NetworkingNetwork adapter
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Networking / Wireless LAN SupportedYes
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Data link protocolEthernet, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, Bluetooth 2.1 EDR
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Networking standardsIEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, Bluetooth 2.1
Expansion / Connectivity
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Expansion Slots Total (Free)2 ( 0 ) x Memory – SO DIMM 204-pin, 1 ( 1 ) x SD Memory Card
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Interfaces1 x Network – Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T – RJ-45, 1 x IEEE 1394b (FireWire 800) – 9 pin FireWire 800, 2 x Hi-Speed USB – 4 pin USB Type A, 1 x Display / video – Apple mini-DisplayPort, 1 x Audio – SPDIF input/line-in – Mini-phone 3.5 mm / TOSLINK, 1 x Audio – SPDIF output/headphones – Mini-phone 3.5 mm / TOSLINK
Miscellaneous
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Included AccessoriesCleaning cloth
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FeaturesAluminum enclosure, Ambient light sensor, Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Power
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Power device form factorExternal
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Voltage RequiredAC 120/230 V
Battery
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TechnologyLithium polymer
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Installed Qty1
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Battery capacity77.5 Wh
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Mfr estimated battery life9 hour(s)
Operating System / Software
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OS ProvidedApple Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard
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SoftwareFront Row, Apple iCal, Apple iChat, Apple iLife, Photo Booth, Apple Safari, Apple Spaces, Apple iTunes, Apple Dashboard, Apple QuickTime, Apple Spotlight, Apple DVD Player, Apple Quick Look, Apple Address Book, Apple Time Machine, Apple Mac OS X Mail, Drivers & Utilities, Apple XCode Developer Tools
Manufacturer Warranty
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Service & Support1 year warranty
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Service & Support DetailsLimited warranty – 1 year, Technical support – Phone consulting – 90 days
Sustainability
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ENERGY STAR QualifiedYes
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Greenpeace policy rating (May 2010)4.9
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