MacBook Pro 13 Early 2011 Battery Life Compared

In this review, we'll be taking a closer look at the battery life of the MacBook Pro 13 early 2011 compared to its Windows counterpart. The results are quite interesting.

The laptop's battery life in Windows can last anywhere from 77 minutes to 275 minutes, which is significantly less than what you would experience in Mac OS X, ranging from 84 minutes to 619 minutes. This variability in battery life under different conditions is also noticeable between the two operating systems.

On a more positive note, the Intel GPU can easily handle playing back full-HD videos smoothly. However, it's worth noting that the GeForce 320M was not well-suited for resource-demanding 3D tasks like animation.

In terms of overall quality of use, how this reduced 3D-rendering performance affects you will depend on your individual needs. Those who prioritize CPU performance over graphics rendering power may find the new MacBook Pro 13 a good fit.

However, buyers should be aware that the transition from Nvidia GeForce 320M to Intel HD Graphics 3000 comes with a trade-off in terms of graphics rendering power. Performance can decrease by as much as 46% depending on the benchmark used.

In the 3D Mark '06 Benchmark, the new on-board GPU falls behind at just 2550 points, compared to the GeForce's 4707 points at a resolution of 1280x800 pixels. Additionally, the Intel HD Graphics 3000 in the new MBP 13 clocked in at a slower 10.94 Bps, while the Nvidia GeForce 320M from last year's MBP 13 managed 12.61 Bps in the Cinebench R11.5 OpenGL test.

The level of graphics card performance isn't quite as exciting, but it's worth noting that the basic configuration of the MBP 13 reviewed here comes with an Intel Core i5-2415 CPU, Intel HD Graphics 3000, 4 GB RAM, 320 GB hard drive, and a brand new Thunderbolt port. The price for this model starts at €1150 in the Apple Store, but other retailers are offering it starting at under €1100.

It's also interesting to note that Apple has finally moved on from older processors, choosing to replace the graphics card instead of updating to Core i5 processors. This decision allows the Intel HD Graphics 3000 to come much closer to satisfying Apple's high standards.

Overall, buyers should weigh their priorities when considering the MacBook Pro 13 early 2011. While it offers improved CPU performance at the expense of graphics rendering power, its battery life and other features may still make it a compelling option for those in need of a reliable laptop.

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