Hello, I've taken upon the job of finding a new laptop for my girlfriend. She currently have a 13" Macbook A1278 which is starting to lack in performance. She is educating her self to become a graphical designer and mostly works in Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign. From next year on she will be using AfterEffects, Cinema 4D as well. This laptop will be her main workstation.
What I'm looking for:
- 15.6"/17.3", preferably the first.
- A GOOD screen, very important. This is the main reason I'm asking because it's almost impossible to find any good info on screens. I'm hoping for something matte.
- A decent CPU, preferably i7 2620QM
- The other big reason I'm asking: GPU - Is there any point in getting a Quadro CPU, or would any half decent GPU suffice for her usage (there will be no high end gaming).
- Lotsa lotsa RAM!
Preferably not more than ~2000 USD, and no special preference on brand, if a Macbook Pro is the best choice then be it. Design is no factor as well, no hating on Lenovo!
Any input is greatly appreciated, especially on screen and GPU.
What I'm looking for:
- 15.6"/17.3", preferably the first.
- A GOOD screen, very important. This is the main reason I'm asking because it's almost impossible to find any good info on screens. I'm hoping for something matte.
- A decent CPU, preferably i7 2620QM
- The other big reason I'm asking: GPU - Is there any point in getting a Quadro CPU, or would any half decent GPU suffice for her usage (there will be no high end gaming).
- Lotsa lotsa RAM!
Preferably not more than ~2000 USD, and no special preference on brand, if a Macbook Pro is the best choice then be it. Design is no factor as well, no hating on Lenovo!
Any input is greatly appreciated, especially on screen and GPU.