Okay I've posted something similar in past and while doing my own research and waiting for iMac 2012 release I came across Dell XPS One 27". Anyone here using this thing for their editing work. Here is link to the configuration I'm looking at
I know difference between OSX & Windows and I'm not fanboy of either platform as I use both and see both have their own issues. Only reason I'm at present using OSX is I could run Windows on it whenever I need to. Unfortunately it is not possible to do reverse thanks to Steve.
Primarily I use LR4 + CS6 and Aperture only for making slideshows. Anyone here using Dell XPS One for their editing needs ? How good is the display on XPS One compared to iMac ? At present I use 2010 MBP connected to 21" Dell IPS panel and it serves the purpose but feels like I'm spending lot more time editing because of hardware speed. It has 8GB RAM (maxed out) + 256GB SSD and it is Core2Duo 2.4GHz processor.
Why not get a PC with a tower that you can interchange parts? As you're realizing, 2 years down the line your $2000 computer is going to be slower and struggle to handle modern programs, so why not get something where you can change our parts?
I work with a Mac Pro at my job, and if I couldn't easily add memory and new drives and graphics cards, I'd have gone crazy. The new versions of Final Cut and Photoshop demand more, and I need to be able to upgrade the computer to match that. Neither of those computers you mention seem to allow that easily.
I will say, the new iMac displays are phenomenal to look at, but, in your case, since its for your job, go for function over form. Go max out specs on a Dell Tower, and maybe buy a 27" screen so you can dual screen from that tower.
I know there are rumors of next iMac coming out sometime in September and that is reason I've been waiting for some time as getting OSX allows be to run Windows and OSX both on same machine.
othfilm wrote:
Why not get a PC with a tower that you can interchange parts? As you're realizing, 2 years down the line your $2000 computer is going to be slower and struggle to handle modern programs, so why not get something where you can change our parts?
I work with a Mac Pro at my job, and if I couldn't easily add memory and new drives and graphics cards, I'd have gone crazy. The new versions of Final Cut and Photoshop demand more, and I need to be able to upgrade the computer to match that. Neither of those computers you mention seem to allow that easily.
I will say, the new iMac displays are phenomenal to look at, but, in your case, since its for your job, go for function over form. Go max out specs on a Dell Tower, and maybe buy a 27" screen so you can dual screen from that tower....Show more →
Thanks for point that you are making, it is interesting probably I need to rethink about my options.
OP, the advice on purchasing an upgradable tower is the way to go, IMO. Two years from now, you'll be out a grand or so on upgraded components, instead of $2500-3000 on the new high-end whatever-it-is.
I also said to wait because I believe the new iMacs will be more upgrade-friendly. This is coming from a PC guy. If that doesn't happen, then custom build is still the way to go for a while. You could even consider a Hackintosh.
amonline wrote:
I also said to wait because I believe the new iMacs will be more upgrade-friendly. This is coming from a PC guy. If that doesn't happen, then custom build is still the way to go for a while. You could even consider a Hackintosh.
I seriously hope that they will be more upgrade friendly because 2011 iMac is PIA to upgrade except RAM. I think I should start looking into Hackintosh option. And no I use both PC & MAC so dont care about either platform.
I had this dilemma a couple months back. I was looking for a new laptop and was considering buying a MBP. On top of it costing more than an equivalent PC laptop, you have to calculate in the cost of buying new software that is Mac compatible.
I have a PC desktop as my main editing machine and I wasn't about to buy 2 copies of everything just to have a MBP.
I like my HP Envy, which they seem to have stolen the blueprints directly from Apple. Hahah.
sboerup wrote:
It's a Dell. It doesn't run OSX. </point>
Yes but in past I've done hackintosh with Dell netbook (when netbooks were popular ). Based upon online reading it looks like in current crop of desktops, Dell XPS 8300 is one which could be converted into Hackintosh pretty easily.
mjoshi wrote:
I seriously hope that they will be more upgrade friendly because 2011 iMac is PIA to upgrade except RAM. I think I should start looking into Hackintosh option. And no I use both PC & MAC so dont care about either platform.
Yeah, if it's upgrade friendly, then it would be worth looking into. Otherwise, if you're comfortable with the hackintosh route, it's the way to go
Inku Yo wrote:
I had this dilemma a couple months back. I was looking for a new laptop and was considering buying a MBP. On top of it costing more than an equivalent PC laptop, you have to calculate in the cost of buying new software that is Mac compatible.
I have a PC desktop as my main editing machine and I wasn't about to buy 2 copies of everything just to have a MBP.
Yup. That's me too. Trying to hold out as long as possible.
mjoshi wrote:
Yes but in past I've done hackintosh with Dell netbook (when netbooks were popular ). Based upon online reading it looks like in current crop of desktops, Dell XPS 8300 is one which could be converted into Hackintosh pretty easily.
I'm running a hackintosh myself, but it's kind of interim...waiting to see what the new iMac offers but who knows. But the problem with hackintosh is maintaining updates to the OS.
sboerup wrote:
I'm running a hackintosh myself, but it's kind of interim...waiting to see what the new iMac offers but who knows. But the problem with hackintosh is maintaining updates to the OS.
You are absolutely right about that part, that is only reason I'm trying to see what iMac has to offer before taking a plunge.
sboerup wrote:
I'm running a hackintosh myself, but it's kind of interim...waiting to see what the new iMac offers but who knows. But the problem with hackintosh is maintaining updates to the OS.
Yeah, but thats a small price to pay for a Mac Pro at half the price. Mine still gives me kernal panics every once in a while, but it's running great.
I question the "need-to-upgrade" concept. If you configure your system properly (fast processor and good video card), the only upgrade you'll need is software. You may want to add memory and/or disk space, but these are simply enhancements to what you already have All these can be added to an iMac (and others).
The days of needing to change processors, hard drives, and video cards and adding network & sound cards is long-gone. Hardware is just not changing that much anymore.
I vote for Apple gear because for me it's just easier and better. If you're already invested in an OS, you should go with that one unless you really want to switch. I prefer OSX to Windows for stability, speed, and overall processing. Not everyone will agree though. I also function using iPads and iPhones so everything ties together in one system.
). Based upon online reading it looks like in current crop of desktops, Dell XPS 8300 is one which could be converted into Hackintosh pretty easily.