We unfortunately couldn't execute a comparison between both graphic solutions in Cinebench R11.5. It's 3.3 times as fast in OpenGL, and even still 23% faster in the User Interface test.
The GT 330M can place itself clearly in front of the integrated Intel graphics in the graphic subtests of the highly fluctuating XBench 1.3.
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However, it only works under Mac OS X and switches back to the Intel HD graphics implemented in the processor without graphic load. The MBP 17's theoretical performance is overall significantly above that of the predecessor model, but not quite on the level that the GT330M would allow.Ī feature of the new 17" MBP is the automatic graphics switching. GT330M graphic cards with a the reference clock rate (as in Samsung's NP-R780) achieve a 6-8% higher score in 3DMark06, and 15% more in the 3DMark Vantage GPU test. The power consumption is on a similar level due to the 40nm manufacturing. It is 15% faster in 3DMark06, and also 15% in front of the 9600M GT in the old MBP in the 3DMark Vantage test. The downclocked Nvidia GeForce GT 330M in the MBP17 reaches a noticeable performance boost compared to the old Geforce 9600M GT. The problem is kept within limits due to the case's low height, though. Merely the fairly sharp front edge is a bit unpleasant at longer typing. The feel of the utilized materials is excellent. The broad display hinge opens far enough, but is perhaps a bit to smooth. Merely the base plate can be dented marginally with strong pressure. The gaps are Apple-typically even and the display lid also closes absolutely flush. The aluminum case has virtually been manufactured without flaw.
Nevertheless, the 17" MacBook Pro is likely still the most beautiful 17" notebook on the market even after a year. Still it doesn't look as attuned as the small MacBook's due to the large gaps between the keyboard and case's limits. The design is practically identical to the smaller MacBook, or rather the 15" MacBook Pro models - just simply bigger. The unibody case is still milled from one single aluminum piece and pleases with its plain, timeless design. Thus, the following parts of the test are partly based on the review of the 17" Unibody MBP of 2009. Consider the slightly-higher cost as your insurance against needing to replace the logic board in you brand-new 2016 MacBook Pro.The case of Apple's biggest notebook remains untouched in the new model. That being said, I expect that much the same symptoms/issues will occur in that case.Īs answers on the MagSafe thread state, just get a full-wattage power adapter. The MacBook Pro 2016s have not been out for very long, and our shop hasn't yet seen the damage that can be caused by under-powering a USB-C charging port. If the internal circuitry is damaged, you'll be in for a new logic board which can easily be $500 + labour, and Apple will not cover this as it will be considered "accidental damage". The first two issues are easy enough to fix you can replace the power adapter and the MagSafe board inside the computer for a (relatively) low amount of money. Damage the internal power control circuitry on the logic board.Cause physical burn marks (scorching) on the MagSafe connector.When the MacBook tries to pull more power than the power adapter can supply, it will do one (or more) of three things: I and my co-workers have seen this occur multiple times. I am an Apple Certified Mac Technician working for an Apple Authorized Service Provider.