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I am trying to decide which Macbook Pro 15" to buy to run Final Cut Pro X. I am on a budget so I would like to get the cheaper of the 2 15" models. However I would like to know if the cheaper one could handle FCPX well. Thx!
Every Mac made since 2009 can handle FCP X but obviously more powerful ones will be quicker.
Just visit the FCPX marketing and puffery pages to see the list of compatible and minimum Mac systems. Pick one that fits your budget and desired form factor. Add more RAM, as much as you can afford, since it's difficult or impossible to add some later.
Be sure you understand what it's like to edit video on a laptop. It blows. You may want to think about a Mac mini or a used or refurbished iMac if you like the larger displays and don't absolutely NEED a portable workstation.
I have a late 2011 MBP but it is suffering from major heating issues. Goes to around 90c at full load. Does this happen with the 2015 macs? I need something portable as my work takes me out of my studio often. Would have a video card in the MBP be a considerable performance jump as to just having the Intel Iris Pro integrated graphics?
Also should I wait for the new MBP models to be launched apparently sometime this year?
There must be something wrong with your machine if you are having heating problems.
No Mac should overheat.
my set-up is a late MacMini with 16GBs Ram - works like charm.
Set an ext. hard drive on your shopping list; a must for a stutter-free UX.
any cheap 2.5"/usb3 pocket drive adds performance (yeah,for sure a Thunderbolt Raid is nicer… but beyond budget.
vandaldeca wrote:
… MBP but it is suffering from major heating issues. Goes to around 90c at full load. …
Although named 'laptop', don't use your MBP on soft surfaces, e.g. while relaxing in bed on the blanket.
For 2011 MBP 'heating up' issues you might want to look over this long thread: 2011 MacBook Pro and Discrete Graphics Card
I'm taking my Early 2011 17" MBP to an Apple shop this weekend.
Is the entry level Macbook Pro 15" 2015 fast enough for Final Cut Pro X?
