Best 15" MacBook Pro Deals

2008.05.09

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Apple unveiled new MacBook Pro models in February, the latest generation based on Intel's Penryn version of the Core2 CPU. The 15" MacBook Pro comes in 2.4 GHz and 2.5 GHz versions, a minimal 8% and 4% boost in CPU speed compared to last year's 2.2 GHz and 2.4 GHz models. The new Penryn CPU in the 2.4 GHz models has a 3 MB level 2 (L2) cache, while the 2.5 GHz model has a 6 MB L2 cache. (The 2007 models have a 4 MB cache.) The big deal with the new MacBook Pro line is the addition of multitouch capability, which was introduced with the MacBook Air last month. The Apple Remote no longer ships with the computer, and there is no longer a hi-res option.

Apple offers a 2.6 GHz build-to-order option for $250, and these models have nVidia graphics (now with 256 or 512 MB of video memory), support up to 4 GB of RAM, and have an 800 MHz system bus. For our thoughts on the value of the 2008 vs. 2007 models, see The 2008 MacBook Pro Value Equation.

The current 15" MacBook Pro includes 2 GB of RAM, has an LED backlit 1440 x 900 widescreen display, and FireWire 800. The 17" model has a 1680 x 1050 display (1920 x 1200 optional) and three USB 2.0 ports - one more than the 15" model. All current MBP models can be ordered with matte or glossy displays.

The original Core Duo models ran hotter than the Core2 models and support a maximum of 2 GB of RAM. Pre-Santa Rosa Core2 models can handle up to 3 GB of memory.

Mac OS X 10.5 "Leopard" is supported on all Intel-based Macs.

Listings note RAM/hard drive size. All models have SuperDrives, AirPort Extreme, and Bluetooth 2.0. The best deals are marked in bold type in the full listings below. Canadian, UK, and Australian dealers are listed separately.

Best Used MacBook Pro Prices

1.83 GHz Core Duo, $1,100, Wegener Media
HOT 2.0 GHz Core Duo, $1,155, Wegener Media
2.16 GHz Core Duo, $1,295, Apple Palace

Best Refurbished MacBook Pro Prices

2.2 GHz Santa Rosa, $1,449, Apple
2.4 GHz Penryn, $1,699, Apple
2.5 GHz Penryn, $2,149, Apple

Best New MacBook Pro Prices, excluding rebate

HOT 2.2 GHz Santa Rosa, $1,599, Mac Connection
2.4 GHz Santa Rosa, $1,799, Mac Connection
2.4 GHz Penryn, $1,919 (less $150 rebate), Amazon.com
2.5 GHz Penryn, $2,465 (less $150 rebate), Club Mac, Mac Connection, MacMall
2.6 GHz Santa Rosa, $2,400, Small Dog
2.6 GHz Penryn, $2,649, Mac Connection

Best New MacBook Pro Prices, after rebate

HOT 2.2 GHz Santa Rosa, $1,525 a/r, Club Mac, MacMall
HOT 2.4 GHz Santa Rosa, $1,685 a/r, Club Mac, MacMall
2.4 GHz Penryn, $1,769 a/r, Amazon.com
2.5 GHz Penryn, $2,315 a/r, Club Mac, Mac Connection, MacMall
2.6 GHz Santa Rosa, $2,400 (no rebate), Small Dog
2.6 GHz Penryn, $2,594 a/r, Amazon.com, Club Mac, MacMall

Best Mac OS Prices

Recent Memory Prices

per module: 512 MB, $10.89; 1 GB, 18.99; 2 GB, $38.99 (Core2 only)
OWC sells a 2 GB kit for $46.95; a 3 GB kit for Core2 models for $69.95, and a 4 GB kit (Santa Rosa only) for $91.95 - and offers a modest rebate for your old memory.

Be sure to factor in shipping costs and possible sales tax. Your best value depends on whether you need/want a color printer, extra RAM, etc.

Unless otherwise noted, there is no surcharge for credit card purchases, and shipping is not included. Vendors are listed in alphabetical order. Be sure to visit their sites for full details.

Prices may be limited to quantity on hand. Not responsible for typos. Please email any corrections or additional sources with competitive prices to Dan Knight .

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MacBook Profiles

15" Core Duo 1.83/2.0 • Core2 Duo 2.16/2.33 • 2.2-2.6 Santa Rosa• 2.4-2.6 GHz Penryn

US Dealers

Amazon.com collects sales tax on orders shipped to KS, KY, ND, and WA. Free Super Saver ground shipping.

2.4 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/200, $1,918.99 less $150 mail-in rebate = $1,768.99
2.5 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/250, $2,468.99 less $150 mail-in rebate = $2,318.99
2.6 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/250, $2,744 less $150 mail-in rebate = $2,594

used 1.83 GHz Core Duo, 1 GB/80, $1,125
used 2.0 GHz Core Duo, 1 GB/80, $1,195
used 2.16 GHz Core Duo, 1 GB/80, $1,295

Apple collects sales tax on orders shipped to almost all states. Free ground shipping.

2.4 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/200, $1,999
2.5 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/250, $2,499 (add $250 for 2.6 GHz upgrade)

Apple collects sales tax on orders shipped to almost all states. Free ground shipping.

refurb 2.2 GHz Santa Rosa, 2 GB/120, $1,449
refurb 2.4 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/200, $1,699
refurb 2.5 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/250, $2,149

Club Mac collects sales tax on orders shipped within California. Free Parallels, Epson printer, and shipping (after mail-in rebates).

HOT 2.2 GHz Santa Rosa, 2 GB/120, $1,648.99 less $150 mail-in rebate = $1,498.99
HOT 2.4 GHz Santa Rosa, 2 GB/160, $1,835.24 less $150 mail-in rebate = $1,685.24
2.4 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/200, $1,918.98 less $150 mail-in rebate = $1,786.98
2.5 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/250, $2,464.99 less $150 mail-in rebate = $2,314.99
2.6 GHz Santa Rosa, 2 GB/120, $2,479.99
2.6 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/160, $2,744 less $150 mail-in rebate = $2,594

LA Computer Company

LA Computer collects sales tax on orders shipped within CA.

2.2 GHz Santa Rosa, 2 GB/120, $1,629
2.4 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/200, $1,999
2.5 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/250, $2,499

Mac Connection collects sales tax on orders shipped to AL, CT, IL, MA, NC, NJ, NY, OH, TN, and TX.

HOT 2.2 GHz Santa Rosa, 2 GB/120, $1,599
2.4 GHz Santa Rosa, 2 GB/160, $1,749.95
2.4 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/200, $1,965 less $150 mail-in rebate = $1,815
2.5 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/250, $2,465 less $150 mail-in rebate = $2,315
2.6 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/250, $2,649

MacMall collects sales tax on orders shipped to CA, IL, MN, TN, and WI. Free Parallels, Epson printer, and shipping (after mail-in rebates).

HOT 2.2 GHz Santa Rosa, 2 GB/120, $1,648.99 less $150 mail-in rebate = $1,498.99
HOT 2.4 GHz Santa Rosa, 2 GB/160, $1,835.24 less $150 mail-in rebate = $1,685.24
2.4 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/200, $1,918.98 less $150 mail-in rebate = $1,786.98
2.5 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/250, $2,464.99 less $150 mail-in rebate = $2,314.99
2.6 GHz Santa Rosa, 2 GB/120, $2,479.99
2.6 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/160, $2,744 less $150 mail-in rebate = $2,594

Mac of All Trades has the highest product turnover of any used Mac dealer we track.

used 2.2 GHz Santa Rosa, 2 GB/120, matte, $1,399.99

$75 RAM rebate with new Macs.

2.2 GHz Santa Rosa, 2 GB/120, $1,688.88
2.4 GHz Santa Rosa, 2 GB/160, $1,888
2.4 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/200, $1,969.88
2.5 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/250, $2,478.88

special value

open box 2.2 GHz Santa Rosa, 2 GB/120, $1,639
refurb 2.4 GHz Santa Rosa, 2 GB/160, $2,049

used

used 1.83 GHz Core Duo, 2 GB/80, $1,599
used 2.16 GHz Core Duo, 2 GB/100, $1,629
several other configurations listed

2.2 GHz Santa Rosa, 2 GB/120, $1,699.99
2.4 GHz Santa Rosa, 2 GB/160, $1,849.99 (store refurb)
2.4 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/200, $1,999.99
2.5 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/250, $2,499.99
2.6 GHz Santa Rosa, 2 GB/160, $2,399.99
2.6 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/250, $2,749.99
many custom configurations available

refurb/demo

refurb 2.2 GHz Santa Rosa, 2 GB/120, $1,499.99
demo 2.4 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/200, $1,949.99
demo 2.5 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/250, $2,449.99

used 1.83 GHz Core Duo, 512/80, $1,099.99
used 2.0 GHz Core Duo, 512/80, $1,154.99
used 2.0 GHz Core Duo, 512/100, $1,199.99
used 2.16 GHz Core Duo, 1 GB/100, $1,399.99
Apple Remote (not included with computer), $9.99

Canadian Dealers

Apple offers free shipping.

2.4 GHz Core2, 2 GB/200, C$2,099
2.5 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/250, C$2,599 (add C$250 for 2.6 GHz upgrade)

refurb 2.2 GHz Santa Rosa, 2 GB/120, C$1,549
refurb 2.4 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/200, C$1,799
refurb 2.5 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/250, C$2,249

2.4 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/200, C$2,099
2.5 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/250, C$2,599

2.2 GHz Santa Rosa, 2 GB/120, C$1,799
2.4 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/200, C$2,099
2.5 GHz Penryn, 2 GB/240, C$2,599

Want Intel Core power in a portable for less? Check out our Best MacBook Deals for pricing on the 13" MacBook. Need a larger screen? Look at our Best 17" MacBook Pro Deals.

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