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The MacComparisonZone: 12 Inch G4/1.0GHz iBook vs 12 Inch G4/1.33GHz PowerBook - What Are The Performance, Feature And Price Differences - Updated

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Introduction

7/10/04

This Buyer's Guide compares the 12 Inch G4/1.0GHz iBook, to the 12 Inch 1.33 GHz PowerBook. Both machines have the Combo optical drive.

The current 1.0 GHz 12 Inch iBook was released in April, 2004. It is the low-end model, of a family of three , which includes a 14 inch model, also running at 1GHz, and a 14 Inch model clocked at 1.25GHz.

The current 1.33 GHz 12 Inch PowerBook was released in April, 2004 . It is also a low-end model, this time of a family of four, which includes a 1.5 GHz 17 Inch machine, and 1.33GHz & 1.5GHz, 15 Inch PowerBooks.

Major Technological Differences:

Processor Speed
Weight
Battery Life
Price Difference: $500 - $700
Bus Speed
Graphics Card & Video Memory Amount
Hard Drive Size
Stock Wireless Networking
External Video Support
Sound System

Below you will find specifications and features, performance, and price comparisons. We also provide further links where you can do additional research, should you so wish.

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Specifications & Features

Model/Mhz

iBook G4/933 MHz (12")
(#M9388LL/A )

14 Inch Screen
L2 Cache: 256K @ 933 MHz
L3 Cache: None
Release Date: October, 2003

5.9 pounds (2.7 kg)

Battery Life: 50-watt 6 Hours

iBook G4/1.0GHz (12")
(#M9426LL/A )

12 Inch Screen
L2 Cache: 512K @ 1GHz
L3 Cache: None
Release Date: April, 2004

4.9 pounds (2.2 kg)

Battery Life: 50-watt 6 Hours

Price Information

MSRP: $1,299
Current Price: $1,159

DealZone

MSRP: $1,099

Apple Store
DealZone

Bus Speed
(Mhz)

133 MHz

RAM
(MAX)

256 MB
PC2100 (266MHz)
(640 MB max)

256 MB
PC2100 (266MHz)
(1.25 GB max)

Graphics Support

ATI Mobility Radeon 9200
32MB of DDR SDRAM
4x AGP

Expansion
Slots

AirPort Extreme (54 Mbps) slot

Hard Drive

40 GB Ultra ATA

30GB ATA/100
4200 rpm

Optical Drive

Combination Drive (slot loading)
Writes CD-R at 24x
Writes CD-RW at 10x
Reads DVD-ROM at 8x
Reads CD-ROM at 24x

Combination Drive (slot loading)
Writes CD-R at 24x
Writes CD-RW at 16x
Reads DVD-ROM at 8x
Reads CD-ROM at 24x

Connectivity & Communication

56k modem

Optional 54-Mbps AirPort Extreme Card (based on 802.11g standard; 802.11b Wi-Fi certified)

10/100 BT Ethernet

2 USB 2.0 Ports (480 Mbps)
1 FireWire Port (400 Mbps)

Audio out

Optional Bluetooth

56k modem

Optional 54-Mbps AirPort Extreme Card (based on 802.11g standard; 802.11b Wi-Fi certified)

10/100 BT Ethernet

2 USB 2.0 Ports (480 Mbps)
1 FireWire Port (400 Mbps)

Audio out

Optional Bluetooth

Video

14.1-inch (diagonal) TFT XGA active-matrix 1024 by 768

VGA video output with Apple VGA Display Adapter

S-video and composite video output to TV or projector (requires Apple Video Adapter, sold separately)

Video mirroring on an external display or projector (24-bit color) with included Apple VGA Display Adapter

12.1-inch (diagonal) TFT XGA active-matrix 1024 by 768

VGA video output with Apple VGA Display Adapter

S-video and composite video output to TV or projector (requires Apple Video Adapter, sold separately)

Video mirroring on an external display or projector (24-bit color) with included Apple VGA Display Adapter

Specification Notes

Performance

Machine

iBook G4/933 MHz (12")
(#M9388LL/A )

iBook G4/1.0GHz (12")
(#M9426LL/A )

Processor

80 Points

95 Points - - 19% Faster

Processor Mutitasking

421.58 seconds

330. seconds - - 28% Faster

Processor G4 Tuned

57.48 seconds

44.99 seconds - - 28% Faster

Graphics (Processor)

97 Points

115 Points - - 19% Faster

Graphics Gaming
(Graphics Card)

20 frames per second (MQ)

22 frames per second (MQ) - - 10% Faster

Graphics Gaming
(Processor)

17.5 frames per second

22.3 frames per second - - 27% Faster

Drive Muti-Files

246.99 seconds

286.72 seconds - - 16% Faster

Burn CD

104.34 seconds

103.50 seconds - - 1% Faster

General - Interface

46.39 seconds

42.14 seconds - - 10% Faster

QuickTime Encode

195.77 seconds

182.22 seconds - - 7% Faster

iTunes Encode

159.31 seconds

159.63 seconds - - same

Photoshop (Workflow)

62.95 seconds

54.98 seconds - - 14% Faster

Photoshop (Filters)

134.06 seconds

128.45 seconds - - 4% Faster

MS Excel

63.87 seconds

53.48 seconds - - 19% Faster

Battery Life

168 Minutes

181 Minutes - - 8% more time

Notes

In basic processing power, the 1GHz iBook appears to have about a 20 to 25 percent edge over the 933 MHz iBook.

When working with many small files the drive on the 1 GHz iBook performs somewhat better. This is largely due to the fact that it has twice the amount of L2 cache. This may not hold true when working with very large files.

Processor performance based on CineBench 2003

Processor G4 Tuned Test based on AltiVec Fractal program

Graphics (Processor) is based on CineBench 2003. In this type of image rendering, the processor takes the lead

Graphics Gaming (Graphics Card) Test is based on the game 4x4 EVO2 .. a racing game. All settings are at medium quality

Graphics Gaming (Processor) Test is based on the game Giants.. All settings are at highest quality. This game is more processor dependent ... will also make used of dual processors if present

The 'General Interface' test is based on Let1kWindowsBloom, which is freely available.

The Photoshop (Workflow) score is based on the BareFeats Photoshop Action Script, which you can download and run on your own machine, if you have Photoshop.

Battery Life was tested by playing a DVD movie on the fully charged machine until it was completely drained.

Have questions about the performance of these machines?
For more detailed performance results see this page

Links To Further Information

Machine

iBook G4/933 MHz (12")
(#M9388LL/A )

iBook G4/1.0GHz (12")
(#M9426LL/A )

Reviews

The SpeedZone: iBooks Three ... 32 Performance Tests Comparing The October 2003 iBooks

Should You Go Mobile Or Does A Desktop Make More Sense? A iBook vs iMac

iBook Specifications Page - The October 2003 And April 2003 iBooks Compared

Macworld
LowEndMac

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Links to additional information

Additional Resources:
iBook InfoZone
iBook Performance
iBook Performance vs Others
iBook Buyer's Guide
Closeout & Refurbished iBooks
Apple's iBook Web Pages
iBook Specs and Features
iBook Discusson Forum

Price & Bundle Comparisons

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iBook G4/1GHz 12.1" Screen, Combo Drive #M9426LL/A
Store	Apple Store
Price & Shipping*	$1,099 .... Education Discount Price: $999 Free shipping
Sales Tax	All states with sales tax.
Deals & Bundles - Available - Unknown/Delay - Unavailable	Apple Promotions and: Base machine HP Photosmart 7660 inkjet photo printer, $50 after rebate ($129 up front) HP DeskJet 5150 inkjet printer, free after rebate ($89 up front) HP PSC 2410 Multifunction Printer ($299 up front) PSC 2175 all-in-one, $100 after rebate ($179 up front) HP DeskJet 5850 Wireless Inkjet Printer ($149 up front) DeskJet 5650 inkjet printer, $30 after rebate ($129 up front)

Store	ClubMac Best buy
Price & Shipping*	$1,094 Free shipping after mail-in rebate
Sales Tax	CA, TN, WI
Deals & Bundles - Available - Unknown/Delay - Unavailable	Apple Promotions and any/all of the following: Base Machine Yamakawa DVD player, free after mail-in rebate ($40 up front) Final Cut Express for $99 512 MB RAM, free after rebate, $40 install Free case after mail-in rebate ($30 up front) Epson Stylus C84 printer, free after mail-in rebate ($99 up front) Epson CX5400 multi-function printer, $99 discount via mail-in rebate ($149 up front) Epson CX6400 multi-function printer, $99 discount via mail-in rebates ($199 up front)

Store	MacConnection
Price & Shipping*	$1,094 Free shipping on web orders
Sales Tax	MA, NC, OH, TN
Deals & Bundles - Available - Unknown/Delay - Unavailable	Apple Promotions and: Base Machine 512 MB RAM, free after mail-in rebate ($40 install fee)

Store	MacMall Best buy
Price & Shipping*	$1,094 Free shipping after mail-in rebate
Sales Tax	CA, TN, WI
Deals & Bundles - Available - Unknown/Delay - Unavailable	Apple Promotions and any/all of the following: Base Machine Yamakawa DVD player, free after mail-in rebate ($40 up front) Final Cut Express for $99 512 MB RAM, free after rebate, $40 install Free case after mail-in rebate ($30 up front) Epson Stylus C84 printer, free after mail-in rebate ($99 up front) Epson CX5400 multi-function printer, $99 discount via mail-in rebate ($149 up front) Epson CX6400 multi-function printer, $99 discount via mail-in rebates ($199 up front)

Store	MacZone
Price & Shipping*	$1,095 Free shipping for a "limited time"
Sales Tax	CA, IL, MO, NV, OH, TN, WA
Deals & Bundles - Available - Unknown/Delay - Unavailable	Apple Promotions and: Base Machine

Store	PowerMax
Price & Shipping*	$1,094 $14 shipping charge
Sales Tax	None
Deals & Bundles - Available - Unknown/Delay - Unavailable	Apple Promotions and any/all of the following: Base Machine Free USB "Mega Memory" watch after mail-in rebate ($50 up front) PowerMax does not provide availability information online...

12.1" PowerBook G4/1.33GHz Combo Drive #M9183LL/A
Store	Apple Store
Price & Shipping*	$1,599 ... Education Discount Price: $1,399 Free Shipping
Sales Tax	All states with sales tax.
Deals & Bundles - Available - Unknown/Delay - Unavailable	Apple Promotions and: Base Machine HP Photosmart 7660 inkjet photo printer, $50 after rebate ($129 up front) HP DeskJet 5150 inkjet printer, free after rebate ($89 up front) HP PSC 2410 Multifunction Printer ($299 up front) PSC 2175 all-in-one, $100 after rebate ($179 up front) HP DeskJet 5850 Wireless Inkjet Printer ($149 up front) DeskJet 5650 inkjet printer, $30 after rebate ($129 up front)

Store	ClubMac
Price & Shipping*	$1,594 Free shipping after mail-in rebate
Sales Tax	CA, TN, WI
Deals & Bundles - Available - Unknown/Delay - Unavailable	Apple Promotions and any/all of the following: Base Machine Yamakawa DVD player, free after mail-in rebate ($40 up front) Final Cut Express 2.0 for $99 512 MB RAM, free after mail-in rebate Free case after mail-iin rebate ($30 up front) Epson Stylus C84 Printer,free after mail-in rebates ($99 up front) Epson CX5400 multi-function printer, $99 discount via mail-in rebates ($149 up front) Epson CX6400 multi-function printer, $99 discount via mail-in rebates ($199 up front)

Store	MacConnection
Price & Shipping*	$1,594 Free shipping on web orders
Sales Tax	MA, NC, OH, TN
Deals & Bundles - Available - Unknown/Delay - Unavailable	Apple Promotions and one of the following: Base Machine 512MB, free after mail-in rebate ($40 install)

Store	MacMall
Price & Shipping*	$1,594 Free shipping after mail-in rebate.
Sales Tax	CA, TN, WI
Deals & Bundles - Available - Unknown/Delay - Unavailable	Apple Promotions and any/all of the following: Base Machine Yamakawa DVD player, free after mail-in rebate ($40 up front) Final Cut Express 2.0 for $99 512 MB RAM, free after mail-in rebate Free case after mail-iin rebate ($40 up front) Epson Stylus C84 Printer,free after mail-in rebates ($99 up front) Epson CX5400 multi-function printer, $99 discount via mail-in rebates ($149 up front) Epson CX6400 multi-function printer, $99 discount via mail-in rebates ($199 up front)

Store	MacZone
Price & Shipping*	$1,595 Free shipping for a "limited time"
Sales Tax	CA, IL, MO, NV, OH, TN, WA
- Available - Unknown/Delay - Unavailable	Apple Promotions and: Base machine 512 MB RAM, free after mail-in rebate ($40 install)

Store	PowerMax
Price & Shipping*	$1,595 $23 shipping charge
Sales Tax	None
Deals & Bundles - Available - Unknown/Delay - Unavailable	Apple Promotions and any/all of the following: Base Machine Free USB "Mega Memory" watch after mail-in rebate ($50 up front) PowerMax does not provide availability information online...

12.1" PowerBook G4/1.33 GHz SuperDrive #M9184LL/A
Store	Apple Store
Price & Shipping*	$1,799 .... Education Discount Price: $1,599 Free shipping
Sales Tax	All states with sales tax.
Deals & Bundles - Available - Unknown/Delay - Unavailable	Apple Promotions and: Base Machine HP Photosmart 7660 inkjet photo printer, $50 after rebate ($129 up front) HP DeskJet 5150 inkjet printer, free after rebate ($89 up front) HP PSC 2410 Multifunction Printer ($299 up front) PSC 2175 all-in-one, $100 after rebate ($179 up front) HP DeskJet 5850 Wireless Inkjet Printer ($149 up front) DeskJet 5650 inkjet printer, $30 after rebate ($129 up front)

Store	ClubMac
Price & Shipping*	$1,794 Free shipping after mail in rebate
Sales Tax	CA, TN, WI
Deals & Bundles - Available - Unknown/Delay - Unavailable	Apple Promotions and any/all of the following: Base Machine Yamakawa DVD player, free after mail-in rebate ($40 up front) Final Cut Express 2.0 for $99 512 MB RAM, free after mail-in rebate Free case after mail-iin rebate ($30 up front) Epson Stylus C84 Printer,free after mail-in rebates ($99 up front) Epson CX5400 multi-function printer, $99 discount via mail-in rebates ($149 up front) Epson CX6400 multi-function printer, $99 discount via mail-in rebates ($199 up front)

Store	MacConnection
Price & Shipping*	$1,794 Free shipping on web orders
Sales Tax	MA, NC, OH, TN
Deals & Bundles - Available - Unknown/Delay - Unavailable	Apple Promotions and one of the following: Base Machine 512MB RAM, free after mail-in rebate ($40 install)

Store	MacMall
Price & Shipping*	$1,794 Free shipping after mail-in rebate
Sales Tax	CA, TN, WI
Deals & Bundles - Available - Unknown/Delay - Unavailable	Apple Promotions and any/all of the following: Base Machine Yamakawa DVD player, free after mail-in rebate ($40 up front) Final Cut Express 2.0 for $99 512 MB RAM, free after mail-in rebate Free case after mail-iin rebate ($40 up front) Epson Stylus C84 Printer,free after mail-in rebates ($99 up front) Epson CX5400 multi-function printer, $99 discount via mail-in rebates ($149 up front) Epson CX6400 multi-function printer, $99 discount via mail-in rebates ($199 up front)

Store	MacZone
Price & Shipping*	$1,795 Free shipping for a "limited time"
Sales Tax	CA, IL, MO, NV, OH, TN, WA
- Available - Unknown/Delay - Unavailable	Apple Promotions and: Base machine 512 MB RAM, free after mail-in rebate ($40 install)

Store	PowerMax
Price & Shipping*	$1,788 $24 shipping charge
Sales Tax	None
Deals & Bundles - Available - Unknown/Delay - Unavailable	Apple Promotions and any/all of the following: Base Machine Free USB "Mega Memory" watch after mail-in rebate ($50 up front) PowerMax does not provide availability information online...

Shipping charges are to California - your mileage may vary. Also prices quoted are for the bare machine and do not reflect RAM installation charges (usually $40), nor the in-store prices of add-on products for which there is a rebate. Shipping charges (if any) for bundled products , also are not reflected in the prices above.

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