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Compare Apple PowerBook G4 17 in. (M9110LL/A) Mac Notebook to Apple MACBOOK PRO C2D-2.8G 15.4 in. (MB986B/A) Notebook

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Apple PowerBook G4 17 in. (M9110LL/A) Mac Notebook Image

Apple MACBOOK PRO C2D-2.8G 15.4 in. (MB986B/A) Notebook Image
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Product Description   
 
The new PowerBook family gives you power in a choice of three ultrafast portables. Whether you prefer the ultra-compact 12-inch model, the coveted 15-inch powerhouse, or the stunning 17-inch... More
The new PowerBook family gives you power in a choice of three ultrafast portables. Whether you prefer the ultra-compact 12-inch model, the coveted 15-inch powerhouse, or the stunning 17-inch beauty, every new PowerBook G4 is loaded with advanced capabilities. Housed in a sleek, lightweight aluminum alloy enclosure, the PowerBook G4 is resistant to stains and scratches. It's also perfectly smooth on all surfaces, with no doors, protruding latches or levers to break, and no sharp edges to catch on your clothing. And whatever your notebook needs or desires are, you can be sure there's a PowerBook G4 that's perfect for you.??Starting at just 4.6 pounds, the three new PowerBook G4 models are light enough to carry around all day. And thanks to the PowerPC G4 processor with Velocity Engine, every PowerBook packs a tremendous punch for doing everything from crunching numbers to editing video and designing show-stopping presentations. You'll marvel at the way Apple has fitted the supersharp... Less
2.8 GHz, 15.4 in. Display, Apple MacOS X 10.5, 4 GB, Dual Layer DVD±RW/DVD-RAM, 500 GB hard drive, 5.51 lb.
Product MPN   
MPN M9110LL/A MB986B/A
Key Features   
Processor   What is "Processor"? PowerPC G4 1.33 GHz Core 2 Duo 2.8 GHz
Installed Memory   What is "Installed Memory"? 512 MB (DDR SDRAM) 4 GB (DDR3 SDRAM)
Display   What is "Display"? 17 in. TFT Active Matrix 15.4 in. WXGA+ TFT Active Matrix
Operating System   What is "Operating System"? Apple MacOS X 10.3 Apple MacOS X 10.5
Mobile Technology Wi-Fi Certified Unknown
Processor   
Processor Type   What is "Processor Type"? PowerPC G4 Core 2 Duo
Processor Manufacturer Motorola Intel
Processor Speed 1.33 GHz 2.8 GHz
Motherboard   
Bus Speed 167 MHz 1066 MHz
Display   
Display Tech TFT Active Matrix WXGA+ TFT Active Matrix
Display Size   What is "Display Size"? 17 in. 15.4 in.
Display Color Support 24-bit (16.7 million colors) Unknown
Display Max. Resolution 1440 x 900 1440 x 900
Technical Features   
Security Features   What is "Security Features"? Kensington Lock Slot Slot For Cable Lock
Expansion Ports   What is "Expansion Ports"? 2 x USB 2.0 • 2 x IEEE 1394a (FireWire) • VGA out • RJ-11 (modem) • RJ-45 (NIC) • S-Video out • DVI (Digital Video Interface) • TV Out (RCA) 2 x USB 2.0 • RJ-45 (NIC) • 1 x IEEE 1394b (FireWire)
Expandability   What is "Expandability"? 1 x Type I/II PC Card Slot 1 x SD Card Slot
Hard Drive   
Hard Drive Capacity 80 GB 500 GB
Hard Drive Rotation Speed 4,200 RPM 5,400 RPM
Storage Controller Type IDE Serial ATA
Memory   
Installed RAM 512 MB 4 GB
RAM Technology DDR SDRAM DDR3 SDRAM
Max Supported RAM 2 GB 8 GB
RAM Speed 333 MHz 1066 MHz
Installed Cache Memory 512 KB 6144 KB
CD / DVD   
CD / DVD Type   What is "CD / DVD Type"? CD-RW/DVD-R Dual Layer DVD±RW/DVD-RAM
Optical Drive Read Speed 24x (CD) • 8x (DVD) 24x (CD) • 8x (DVD)
Optical Drive Write Speed 16x (CD) • 2x (DVD) 24x (CD) • 8x (DVD+R) • 8x (DVD-R) • 4x (DVD+R Dual Layer) • 4x (DVD-R Dual Layer)
Optical Drive ReWrite Speed Unknown 10x (CD-RW) • 4x (DVD+RW) • 4x (DVD-RW)
Video   
Graphic Processor   What is "Graphic Processor"? ATI MOBILITY RADEON 9600 NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT
Installed Video Memory 64 MB 512 MB
Graphic Bus Interface AGP x4 Unknown
Max. Video Resolution 2048 x 1536 Unknown
Audio   
Audio Input Type Microphone Microphone
Audio Output Type Sound card Sound card • Speaker(s)
Modem   
Modem Type Fax / Modem Unknown
Analog Modulation Protocol ITU V.92 Unknown
Networking   
Networking Type   What is "Networking Type"? Network Adapter Bluetooth • Integrated Wireless LAN
Data Link Protocol Bluetooth • Ethernet • Fast Ethernet • Gigabit Ethernet • IEEE 802.11g Bluetooth • Ethernet • Fast Ethernet • Gigabit Ethernet • IEEE 802.11a • IEEE 802.11b • IEEE 802.11g • IEEE 802.11n
Battery   
Battery Technology Lithium ion Lithium polymer
Battery Run Time 4.5 Hours 7 Hours
Dimensions   
Height 2.6 cm 2.4 cm
Width 39.2 cm 36.4 cm
Depth 25.9 cm 24.9 cm
Weight 3.1 kg 2.5 kg
Warranty   
Warranty 1 Year Unknown
Miscellaneous   
Input Method Keyboard • Trackpad Keyboard • Trackpad
Release Date 7 September, 2003 Unknown
UPC 718908495599 885909297153
Product ID 21274243 86276932
 
Product Reviews
Apple PowerBook G4 17 in. (M9110LL/A) Mac Notebook Image
Apple PowerBook G4 17 in. (M9110LL/A) Mac Notebook
4.5/5 stars
2 reviews
Apple MACBOOK PRO C2D-2.8G 15.4 in. (MB986B/A) Notebook Image
Apple MACBOOK PRO C2D-2.8G 15.4 in. (MB986B/A) Notebook

Will have you drooling over video and games

by livewire_13 , Jan 22, 2008
Pros: big 17" screen, runs cool, operates fast, bluetooth
Cons: standard superdrive only burns DVD at 2x, new displays are expensive
The Bottom Line: If you're looking for a fast, dependable laptop, find a used model in good shape and splurge for the great video.
This reviewer recommends this product.
Review: I've purchased, tinkered and sold several Powerbook laptops in the past couple of months, but few saddened me to ship them out as the Powerbook 1.33ghz with the 17" screen.

Obviously larger than the average Powerbook, I was surprised to...
Author's Rating: 5/5 stars  

Reliable Workhorse Laptop

by nsheldon , Jan 30, 2006
Pros: Reliable hardware, compatible with the latest software from Apple and most other vendors.
Cons: Slow DVD-R drive and relatively slow bus speed by latest standards.
The Bottom Line: Great laptop. Easy to use. Reliable operation. I'd recommend even a used model as this PowerBook G4 provides some advanced niceties even modern laptops lack and remains reliable today.
This reviewer recommends this product.
Review: I've owned this Apple PowerBook G4 17" laptop (1.33 GHz model) with 1 GB of RAM, 80 GB 5400 RPM hard drive, and SuperDrive for over a year and a half. I've never had any hardware problems with this unit. Original battery life was around 3.5 hours...
Author's Rating: 4/5 stars  
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