Should I wait for Macbook pro retina display 2014 release or buy 2013 version

I suggest you go for the present Model, if you wait for the next version release you will always be waiting for the next Model. I do suggest however that you purchase the model with the one for $1,999.00

http://www.apple.com/mac/compare/notebooks.html

I would upgrade the amount of ram to 16gig

Cheers

Don

Highly recommend that you purchase AppleCare before your standard 1 year warranty expires for that piece of mind.

I'm struggling with the same question, so...

I suggest you go for the present Model, if you wait for the next version release you will always be waiting for the next Model.

While I'm not sure which model to get, I'm sure that this is not a valid reasoning: my current model is mid-2009, so given that I keep my laptop for about 4 years or so, I don't want to get a current model only to see a new and improved one coming up shortly afterwards; I'm not the perpetual "wait for the latest-and-greatest model."

Here's what I'm thinking: while faster processor is (almost) always better, an upcoming new and improved processor is not likely to make me wait. Neither will new, fancy power-management features.

What will make me wait?

(1) better ownership experience (ability to upgrade memory/storage in the future), and/or

(2) new fetures that significantly impact graphics and connectivity.

Any input along these lines will be highly appreciated!

I've got the same problem as well.

I've got a mid 2009 MacBook Pro that is starting to fail on me due to something going wrong when I use the keyboard (sporadically).

I'm in 2 minds whether to go for the current model or wait it out (hopefully) a few months for a newer model.

I need the laptop sooner rather than later but if there is only going to be a couple months gap for example then there's no point me replacing it now when it will be outdated within a few weeks.

Kiernan

I am also in the same boat as of late march 2014. in early Feb I bought the 15" rMBP with the GT 750m. The machine was very fast, impressive fast, but it ran very hot. I do a lot of computer graphics work plus some editing & Audio recording when needed. I need something that works and doesn't overheat, I've read manny threards that blame Haswell for the heat issue, which is why I had to return my rMBP withthin the 14 day return policy. I wonder if there's a refresh weeks/months away and NOT in late 2014, "gargdhruv36" did you end up buying the machine or not?

-dm

I wonder if there's a refresh weeks/months away and NOT in late 2014,

If you look to the past for any indications as to when Apple will renew the MacBook Pro product line, he usually have one year where they will produce two new versions (2011) early and late in the year, then one year with 'mid-year' revisoins (2012) and then back to early and late revisions (2013). So that would make this year a 'mid-year' revision.

It's possile to guess that any 2014 revision, being a mid-year, would be sometime in June. But that is only a guess, not evena speculation. No one outside of Apple has any clue as to when new models are coming, what they will entail, etc. If you weren't happy with the machine you bought in February, you're not likely to apppreciate that which will be released in 2014 as there are no new processors for mobile devices that will be ready from Intel for a 2014 release. My machine gets hot, too - but my fans keep the temps down pretty well.

Don't count on anything too spectacular in 2014. If the late 2013 model didn't do what you expected it may be time to look at a different model. Or even a PC.

Clinton

Broadwell should be ready by June/sept. That's the only reason why I mainly returned it. I wonder if the Die Shrink from 22nm down to 14nm will make the processor to run cooler. If not, then I'd get the current models using Haswell. I was very pleased with the speed of the machine, My only gripe was the heat from the CPU. :)

-dm

That's true about Broadwell - but it would be too late to include it in any machine in 2014. I'm afraid hat in this calendar year we're stuck with Haswell. No idea if it will run cooler than Haswell. MacBook Pros just tend to run hot if you're throwing high CPU/GPU tasks at them. Luckily the fans usually prevent any thermal shutdowns.

The only think that I might suggest is a cooling pad - I don't know of any other way to cool down a 'hot' MBP!

Clinton

Thank you very much for you insight Clinton, WWDC is 2 months away, I will wait it out. If NO mention is made by Early june, then I might pull the plug and get it. I can't wait til end of year. Thanks!

-dm

You're welcome - I'm keeping my machine for at least another year and one-half - until my AppleCare expires!

Clinton

I can't tell about wether Apple is going to update rMBP with those or not but Intel is releasing their Haswell Devil's Canyon cpu in June. Their main particularity is to have Indium based cooling contact (high conductive metal) instead of thermal paste which is blamed for the high temperature of the last MBPs.

I am waiting to buy a new rMBP and really hope Apple is going to use those in June, especially with an enhanced graphic card :/

From What I understand, Devils Cryons are ONLY desktop CPUs. Apple uses laptop cpus instead on their rMBPs. The only macbook like CPU that they've refreshed this year is the 4860HQ, I dont see what else can they put on the next rMBPs. Specially since Intel might release broadwell in q3-4 2014. So behind. -__- i am still waiting tho.

-dm

I plan to wait for the 2014 model due to a likely much-improved battery life over the current generation. I believe the inclusion of the following into the 2014 rMBP will all contribute to this:

• Broadwell CPU - Intel's focus is now about chasing ARM and lowering power consumption while keeping their high performance. These power optimizations from an architecture level combined with Broadwell silicon using Intel's new 14nm process will hopefully decrease the CPU's power usage.
• Sharp IGZO Display - This new display technology from Sharp, the undisputed world leader in LCD display technology (despite their market share loss to Korean rivals LG and Samsung) is currently proven to contribute to increased battery life in the iPad Air. Though I am no expert in display technology, one of the main features that caught my eye was its ability to throttle down power consumption when the display is not refreshing. In a demonstration at CES 2014, this cut power consumption by over 1/2 when a static image is displayed. Aside from that, we may be able to expect apple to use Sharp's pre-made 15" 4K display, increasing the screen resolution of an already top-of-its class product.
• DDR4 RAM - this may prove costly as its just starting to become available, but the use of DDR4 should also contribute to reduced power consumption.
• Other improvements
  • Shrinking of the logic board - increased space which can be used to add larger batteries
  • incremental improvements in battery technology allowing us to store more charge in less space
  • incremental GPU improvements for discrete gpu model - GPU likely manufactured on a higher technology node - lower power consumption, in addition to architectural improvements as discrete GPU vendors try and compete on power with integrated solutions while still retaining performance

Note I cannot confirm any of these features will make it into the new 2014 rMBP but just educated guesses looking forward to where the standards/products available are heading. Knowing that Apple likely gets special treatment/ extra capacity in their assembly lines from Intel, Sharp (now that they helped them financially), and others and with their focus to stay ahead of the curve/state of the art, I can see as soon as these components become available, apple will likely use them.

This has been a very helpful string - I as well have a 2009 MacBook Pro and thinking about replacing it. I just installed a new solid state harddrive and it really helped.

I have the same problem too..I am using Macbook Pro late 2011...I gonna get the new 1.. And I don't know will APPLE relsese the new model for a next few months..? Help to recomment me.. Should I get the current model or wait the new Macbook Pro relseas ? thx for every answer