MacBook Pro 2017 2.3 GHz vs 3.1 GHz

Hi,

I was in the exact position as you.

After extensive research, I decided to go for the 3.1 GHz Touch Bar Model.

I run, the full Adobe Suite on a daily basis. Not that I have ran it all at once, I can confirm that Photoshop, After Effects and Premiere, will function all at once, with working projects open on all. Heating isn't an issue, I've only every had the base panel become 'warm'.

The only issue I have with mine is the battery. At school, using it in every class I end up having to charge mid-day.

The Touch Bar is kind of a novelty, but there some quite a few commands that make things so much easier.

Hope this helps.

Jack

Go with the faster processor. For maximum performance, you want the best GPU, not the fastest CPU. Probably, you should consider stepping up to an i7 CPU and discrete GPU if offered.

There is really not much improvement in CPU bench mark scores since MBP 2012 Ivy bridge dual core i5.

If you want best performance then get a Quad Core i7 CPU.

The base model 15-inch MBP is your best purchase value at $2000

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If you add 8gb of ram and an SSD to your old MBP you will not be far behind the performance of a 2017 MBP.

For about $300-400 you can give your old MBP a hardware 2018 refresh. With NEW SSD, ram, and battery.

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