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Does the new MacBook Pro 13 inch 2019 could handle smoothly serato video ?

DJ 2DMax 5:16 PM - 17 July, 2019
Hi folks,
I Would like to upgrade my current laptop that can’t handle smoothly serato video ( heat, laggy and noisy fan ) with the new MacBook 2019 series to start videomixing ( i recently bought serato video plugin ).
My setup DDJSX and a 13 inch MacBook Pro mid 2014 Retina display 2,6 GHz Intel core i5, 8 go intel iris 1536 Mo

How should I go : 13 inch quadcore 256 go ssd 2019 or 15 inch 6 core 256 go ssd 2019 ?
Thx.
DjLaZaRuSrOcKs 7:21 PM - 17 July, 2019
I haven't personally used the new macbook pro 13 inch but I would hesitate getting any computer that does not have a dedicated video card. Integrated cards are much weaker for video playback and processing. That being said the new iris graphics might be able to handle VJIng.
REVIEW: appleinsider.com
Personally, I'd go for even the lower end 15 inch pro. It would be perfect for video djing.
DJ 2DMax 9:19 PM - 17 July, 2019
Thank you for your answer and experience.
what do you think about ME ( Mix Emergency ) I heard this software was less cpu consumer ?
Do you think I still need the 15 inch MacBook if I go ME ?
I like the portability of the 13 inch.
DjLaZaRuSrOcKs 3:40 AM - 18 July, 2019
Regarding ME. I would ask on their forums. I use ME, but on a 15 inch pro.

FORUM: www.inklen.com
DJ Tecniq 4:33 AM - 18 July, 2019
Just an FYI you don’t need a new MacBook Pro to get video running smoothly. From experience I run my Mid 2014 MacBook Pro it’s a 15” w/2 gig video card and I’m barely hitting 20% cpu w/video it’s a beast. You could easily get a refurbished or used Mac 2014-2015 model for $1000+ those Touchbar Macs can be a fucking hassle...you’ll be buying video adapters/usb adapters and all kinds of shit. Not worth it
DjLaZaRuSrOcKs 6:06 AM - 18 July, 2019
I have the newest 15 inch macbook pro 2019. I love it. No hassles at all. It runs very fast. Chews through multiple streams of video with effects applied. I just replaced the cables for my gear and hard drives with thunderbolt / USB-C cables. No adapters needed.
It's also lighter and thinner than older models. I upgraded from a 2012 15 inch Macbook Pro.
Tecniq is right. You can buy refurbished MacBooks right from apple for decent discounts or by used online. I wouldn't buy anything older than a 2015.
DjLaZaRuSrOcKs 1:43 PM - 18 July, 2019
Also, keep in mind the NEW 13 inch only has 2 Thunderbolt ports. You will use one for charging and the other for the controller. So if you use an external Hard Drive you will need a a post hub. I highly recommend this one: dodocool MacBook Pro USB C Adapter
www.amazon.ca
DjLaZaRuSrOcKs 1:44 PM - 18 July, 2019
The should read... need a port hub.
DJ 2DMax 12:04 AM - 19 July, 2019
Thank you for your answers and advices.
I’m now thinking about getting a refurbished 15 inch MacBook that will last.