Apple MacBook (Core 2 Duo 2.0GHz, 13-inch, black) Images  Editors' choice

By Dan Ackerman on 23/11/2006

More Apple reviews , RRP: AU$2399.00

The good:

  • Cheaper than the MacBook Pro, with nearly comparable performance
  • Great design
  • Built-in Webcam and remote control
  • Can run Windows XP via Boot Camp

The bad:

  • No ExpressCard slot or FireWire 800
  • Lacks media card reader
  • Only 90 days of toll-free technical support

The bottomline:

The new MacBook, updated to Intel's Core 2 Duo CPU, compares very favourably with Apple's high-end MacBook Pro line, offering premium performance at a reasonable price.

Editors' rating:

8.1/10

Users' rating:

8.5/10
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