04-27-2018, 08:04 PM
I currently have a mid-2009 MacBook Pro (2.53GHz, macOS 10.11). I've upgraded its RAM from 4GB to 8GB and replaced its stock HDD with an SSD, both of which made it a lot more usable. I'm considering upgrading to a 2015 MBP while they're still available as refurbs, to be a little more future-proof (and avoid the new un-improved keyboard).
I've seen them occasionally pop up in the refurb store with either 8 or 16 GB of RAM. I also know a couple of people who might be willing to sell me a well-maintained one used. Since the RAM isn't upgradable, I'd like to get some advice on whether 8GB would be enough for my fairly undemanding use.
My main uses of my current MBP are:
- email
- web browsing
- Tweetbot
- MS Office
- home photo editing (mostly scans, crops, cataloging with GraphicConverter)
- home video editing (mostly simple trimming)
- MoneyDance
- TeamViewer connections for family tech support
I often have 2 or 3 applications open at a time, but not usually under heavy combined loads. I'd probably migrate my 10.11 system to the new Mac, and eventually upgrade the OS.
Any advice on whether 8GB is enough for this kind of use? Whether you're someone who has 8GB and regrets it, or loves it, I'd be grateful to hear your experience. Thanks.
I've seen them occasionally pop up in the refurb store with either 8 or 16 GB of RAM. I also know a couple of people who might be willing to sell me a well-maintained one used. Since the RAM isn't upgradable, I'd like to get some advice on whether 8GB would be enough for my fairly undemanding use.
My main uses of my current MBP are:
- web browsing
- Tweetbot
- MS Office
- home photo editing (mostly scans, crops, cataloging with GraphicConverter)
- home video editing (mostly simple trimming)
- MoneyDance
- TeamViewer connections for family tech support
I often have 2 or 3 applications open at a time, but not usually under heavy combined loads. I'd probably migrate my 10.11 system to the new Mac, and eventually upgrade the OS.
Any advice on whether 8GB is enough for this kind of use? Whether you're someone who has 8GB and regrets it, or loves it, I'd be grateful to hear your experience. Thanks.