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Updated MacBook inherits Penryn processor
In addition to a new MacBook Pro Apple also today announced an updated MacBook notebook with similar upgrades.The new MacBook ships with Intel's latest mobile processor, Penryn, which is based on 45nm-process technology, just like its big brother the MacBook Pro.
The new MacBook configurations are:
- MacBook 13? White–2.1GHz, 1GB, 120GB 5400RPM, Combo drive US$1,099
- MacBook 13? White–2.4GHz, 2GB, 160GB 5400RPM, SuperDrive US$1,299
- MacBook 13? Black–2.4GHz, 2GB, 250GB 5400RPM, SuperDrive US$1,499
Features that are only available in the MacBook Pro include:
- Faster 2.5GHz processors
- Larger 15 and 17" displays
- Better GPU (NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT with 256MB or 512MB)
- Support for driving a 30-inch monitor
- ExpressCard/34 expansion card slot
- Multi-Touch trackpad (MacBook has a scrolling trackpad)
- FireWire 800 port
- DVI out port (MacBook has a Mini-DVI out)
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