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MacBook Pro 15.4" 2.9GHz 512GB Space Grey $3,708 Delivered (10% off RRP) at JB Hi-Fi (Pricematch @ Officeworks $3,523.74)

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MacBook Pro 15.4" 2.9GHz 512GB Space Grey $3,708 Delivered (10% off RRP) at JB Hi-Fi (Pricematch @ Officeworks $3,523.74)
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nebula9 on 29/06/2017 - 14:16 jbhifi.com.au (1750 clicks)
Last edited 29/06/2017 - 14:54 by 2 other users

JB HiFi have today started a 10% off Apple sale, bringing the price of the top of the line 2017 2.9ghz MacBook Pro down to $3688.20. But if you call up Officeworks (like I just did) they will price beat this price by 5%, bringing the total (including delivery) down to $3,523.74.

To get Officeworks to price beat, call them on 1300 633 423, and quote the model number MPTT2X.

Note: Delivery price may change depending on location, and it's required for Officeworks to add it to the total even if you pick up (so makes sense to just have it delivered).

Not a bad score for the EoFY. And if eBay manage to beat this in a sale before June 30 (unlikely as they only seem to have import models at the moment), you can always just return it to Officeworks :)

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  • malouphix on 29/06/2017 - 14:30
    +10

    Good work, thanks.

    That's a very nice laptop, pity the cost is so high on the new models.

    I'm holding onto my 2012 15" Pro here until it dies.

    • Karupan on 29/06/2017 - 14:54
      +4

      Same here! Although it isn't dead yet, it has slowed down considerably in day to day usage. 8gb of RAM sounded plenty back in 2012, not so much now.

      • malouphix on 29/06/2017 - 15:02
        +4

        I upgraded to SSD and 16GB ram myself and it still works quite well. :)
        It's driving 3 external monitors (30" and 2 x 24") with the assistance of a DELL standalone USB 3.0 dock.

        • MasterNoob on 29/06/2017 - 15:09

          And I'm here using 4gb of RAM……..

        • codinghelloworld on 29/06/2017 - 15:35
          +3

          Yeah, mine is 2012 Macbook pro with 16G Ram and SSD, still works like a beast.

          Comparing with latest macbook 2017, the compiling code time is 1 second slower :D so to me, not so much different in performance. haha

        • JackyQ on 29/06/2017 - 21:35
          +2

          and I'm here using 2gb of ram macbook air 11 mid 2011

        • malouphix on 29/06/2017 - 21:40
          +1

          @JackyQ: Ouch. Stay strong brother.

        • nafe on 29/06/2017 - 22:10

          How do you find the dock? Are you running via Displayport or HDMI? I'm looking for a solution to run 2 or 3 monitors off my MBP

        • malouphix on 29/06/2017 - 23:02
          +1

          @nafe: The dock is great. 30" connected to MacBook directly , other two via dock - HDMI. It's a DisplayLink based dock.

          With the latest MacOS update the dock doesn't allow Word or Paralells to work in the HDMI monitors, doesn't affect me much. Hoping next update will fix this slight annoyance.

          Otherwise, very happy.

        • nafe on 30/06/2017 - 08:32
          +1

          @malouphix:

          Cheers for that!

        • jason andrade on 30/06/2017 - 11:55

          @JackyQ: I have one of these too (2G mba11) as well as a mbp13r. Have you put Sierra on your mba11 yet ?

          Like other people have mentioned I'm still happy with a 2012 mbp13.. and given it has usb3 (and SSD).. i am not seeing any big advantage in moving to the current gen and having to go down the USB-C path..

        • JackyQ on 30/06/2017 - 12:27

          @jason andrade: yes i always update to the lastest, itd a great laptop for browsing web.

    • [Deactivated] on 29/06/2017 - 16:51
      +1

      My 2012 macbook pro cant even run safari with more than 10 tabs open without slowing down.

      • malouphix on 29/06/2017 - 17:29
        +2

        Upgrade the RAM and migrate to SSD.

        • [Deactivated] on 29/06/2017 - 18:07

          Already have an SSD. RAM is stuck at 8gb.

        • malouphix on 29/06/2017 - 18:50
          +2

          @Orpheus: I'm sorry.

          Might need a cleanup, 8GB ram and Safari is inoperatable with 10+ tabs - this is abnormal.

      • 3 on 29/06/2017 - 18:52
        +2

        Partly this is due to increased website memory use. Facebook will use 500MB without breaking much of a sweat

        • dfaktz on 29/06/2017 - 20:09
          +2

          spot the web dev!

        • no not me on 29/06/2017 - 23:03
          +1

          The browser too. Safari is fairly light on CPU (and thus battery) and RAM, compared to something like Chrome. Each underlying renderer and JS engine performs differently and are built differently.

    • Hamlet on 29/06/2017 - 20:39
      +1

      It's interesting how many Ozbargainers still hold on to their old MBPs. I myself also am holding on to a 2012 15" MBP with top of the line specs (i7 2.6ghz, 16gb RAM, SSD). How do your batteries fare? Mine's pretty much depleted and mainly sits on my desk as a 'portable desktop'. Also, I unfortunately also broke one of the keyboard keys. Replacing the battery will cost at least $250 and the keyboard $200. But for what I use it for, it doesn't justify upgrading just yet. Not ready to lose my good old 2012 MBP!

      • malouphix on 29/06/2017 - 20:44

        Uncertain as to the battery life, it sits on the corner of the desk acting as a desktop. It would be abysmal being 5 years old.

        I've got a Macbook Air 13" as my work and portable computer, almost 3-years old still going strong.

        • sniper on 29/06/2017 - 20:54
          +2

          On MacOS Sierra you can hold down option key and click on the battery icon in the menu on top right. It says "Condition: normal" if your battery is still good. More info can be found here: https://support.apple.com/en-au/HT204054

        • malouphix on 29/06/2017 - 20:59

          @sniper: Thanks for the tip sniper.

          Condition: Normal

          Must be good for another 5-years ;)

      • Crayg on 30/06/2017 - 08:02
        +2

        I still use my 2008 Aluminium MacBook (before they were called MacBook Pro). Running well now after an SSD upgrade, the battery health is down below 50% now of the original capacity

      • jason andrade on 30/06/2017 - 12:00

        The battery is generally good for a cycle life of around 300 cycles with very minor loss of capacity and then starts degrading fairly rapidly after that.

        My MBP13R has done about 320 cycles and has about 85% of its original capacity - but 50% of the drop in capacity has come from the cycles after around 290ish. It's almost 5 years old… and I'm expecting by the time it gets to ~350 cycles I'll be lucky to have 50-60% of original capacity.

        That translates to a working life of about 2.5-4 hours depending on what I am doing.

        Even though apple don't specify it as a user replaceable part there's a whole bunch of vendors selling batteries and a really good ifixit manual on how to replace the battery yourself and it's not that hard..

        A more modern MBP (e.g. the early 2015 models which you can still find for sale) would give you closer to 6-8h of usable battery I think..

  • maybe a bot on 29/06/2017 - 14:33
    +2

    a deal is a deal but this thing runs really, really hot

    99c before fans kick in, just before thermal throttling. performs worse than last years model CPU-wise also.

    • nebula9 on 29/06/2017 - 14:59

      Is that true? I have last years 2.7ghz model too - was planning to have this as an upgrade and pass mine on to my employee. This makes me wonder. The new MBP models are incredibly gorgeous to use however. So light and portable considering their power.

      • maybe a bot on 29/06/2017 - 15:04

        top of the line model CPU stress: https://www.notebookcheck.net/fileadmin/processed/a/9/csm_0_xtubench_9aec5fb950.png

        2015 top vs 2016 top synthetic and real world tests: https://fstoppers.com/gear/video-editing-performance-2016-ma…

        • KitchenSink on 29/06/2017 - 15:09
          +1

          2016 model had skylake CPUs

          The 2017 model is now Kaby lake which is faster (slightly) and more efficient than both the 2015 and 2016 models.

        • maybe a bot on 29/06/2017 - 15:29
          +1

          @KitchenSink: kaby is not any more power efficient, it's just a tweaked process for higher yields and no difference in IPC or any performance, except higher clockspeeds.

          it's around 10% faster, and that puts the base model 2017 on par with the highest end model 2016. a well cooled 7920hq is just 14-15% faster than the 2015 model in cinebench single-core, and 24% faster in multi-core.

          and that's assuming perfect comparison, and that software isn't optimized well for the older hardware.

        • KitchenSink on 29/06/2017 - 15:48

          @Droidyy: Yes I know I get what you're saying its just an optimized skylake..eveyrthing is pretty much the same in technical specifications with faster clock speeds but it is more efficient overall in general is what I was trying to get.

          I wasn't getting into detail, but for example its got native support for h.265 codec on the iGPU. This saves on battery life with the iGPU handling the codec instead of the CPU. Skylake doesn't have that native support.

          This improves the battery life for 4k for example - in editing, rendering, playback on a monitor with 4k etc. hence more efficient. Yes I know the iGPU is a separate component to the CPU, but its on the same chip.

        • nebula9 on 29/06/2017 - 16:59
          +1

          Interesting… I checked out the full article. https://www.notebookcheck.net/Apple-MacBook-Pro-15-2017-2-8-…

          So they're basically saying that Apple has favoured quiet fans over pure CPU cooling in the 2016/17 models. So the CPU is around 90 degrees, which they allude to potentially shortening it's lifespan. But as this looks like the form-factor they're going with in future, it's unlikely to change (meaning it shouldn't prevent you from buying a new mac, because they're all like that).

          On the good side, the max temp of the actual MacBook was ~44 degrees. So its not hot to touch so to speak.

        • slipperypete on 29/06/2017 - 18:43

          so…I'm looking at 2016 2.9/512 machine for $2330 via HN sale. Compare this to JB having 2017 comp 3.1/512 similar specs except the newer processor $2718. Both with 8gb ram.

          Which would you go for…considering the hardest I am pushing it is with ~200mb tiff in PS and that's becoming less and less these days.

          Big difference in price and am getting lost in tech and speed details!!!

          Thanks

        • KitchenSink on 29/06/2017 - 18:52
          +1

          @slipperypete: 2016 model from HN. Price difference doesn't warrant the differences in performance gains in specs offered at this stage by the 2017 model. Yes the 2017 is faster but barely noticeable.

        • slipperypete on 29/06/2017 - 18:53

          @KitchenSink:

          Thanks for that KS

        • nebula9 on 29/06/2017 - 19:26
          +1

          @slipperypete: If you're planning to use the macbook unplugged (ie want better battery life) you may wish to consider the 2017 model. Also, if it matters to you, the resale value may be slightly better. I do also like that the graphics card is now 4GB.

        • slipperypete on 29/06/2017 - 21:55

          @nelga:
          Thanks nelga

          The question for me is whether it is worth the extra $400. Kind of knocks out the resale value and from what I have heard the battery life is similar unplugged if not using intensive processing. Really not sure whether the graphics card would be of benefit or not to me. I don't use it for games but do a reasonable amount of PS editing

        • ycon on 30/06/2017 - 12:42

          @nelga: Do you have a source on improved batterylife? I've heard conflicting arguments on that…

  • altomic on 29/06/2017 - 14:56
    +1

    here is the original 10% off deal

  • trappy76 on 29/06/2017 - 15:00

    I did think about the OW price match, but as this was available online only I didn't think it would work. Bummer. Nice to know for next time though… Cheers OP.

    • Kewjonson on 29/06/2017 - 16:13
      +1

      Last time I called officeworks on price beat on a new mac.I was offered price beat and got the 5% off. I gave credit card details and the amount was withdrawn. But after 12 hours, since I did not get a invoice, I called back. After long wait in the phone the operator told, the order was rejected due to "security reason" and I had to wait couple of days to credit the amount to my credit card. If you want price beat go to a store . Don't do it over the phone

      • trappy76 on 29/06/2017 - 16:45

        Good advice. I have one close to home too. Next time…

      • nebula9 on 29/06/2017 - 16:53
        +3

        If it helps, I did this just before making this post, and they have since sent me my invoice via email. They did put me on hold for a minute to double check everything was in order, but that was about it! They've said it should arrive tomorrow.

  • eunos on 29/06/2017 - 19:24
    +3

    Why couldn't apple make a 13 inch stock with 16gb ram ughhh

  • DrC on 29/06/2017 - 19:32

    Anyone else had any luck doing this?

  • boretentsu on 29/06/2017 - 20:04
    +2

    Good God. The premium you have to pay for a mac…

    • malouphix on 29/06/2017 - 21:04
      +7

      Money well spent in my personal experience.

      Hardware and OS from the same manufacturer, it just works flawlessly every single time no $%#@ing around, ever.
      5-years and no OS re-installs, no slow downs, no 'updates installing' when I start it up and want to get to work or play, free OS upgrades and this is from being a Windows user since Windows for Workgroups 3.11 back in 93'

  • ycon on 29/06/2017 - 21:17
    +1

    On a 15" MBP Retina '2015 (bought used, for ~$1.2 last year). What user said above is correct- these things just work. EVERY time. Hate to admit it.

    Only justifiable reason to buy new is for tax reasons IMO.

    I really want to ask my accountant if I can get this (who I'm not seeing until next week)… How are Office works with returns if its' unopened?

  • kks on 29/06/2017 - 21:31
    +1

    Thanks OP!

    Grabbed the 512GB 13 inch model, decent saving of 14.5% :)

    Receipt for anyone who needs it: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B4Nu7R3IZ5D8WHk5eFNic1Q4Vl…

  • ycon on 29/06/2017 - 21:57

    Also I just read the Charging brick is twice as heavy as the previous model… Kind of annoying imo

  • sridhar on 29/06/2017 - 21:59

    I've recently purchased this from Apple for $3723.50.

    I will call OfficeWorks tomorrow to confirm the price in this post and if it's correct, purchase from them and return my current one (still in the 14 days return window).

  • OfTheOverflow on 30/06/2017 - 00:39

    More than $3000 for a laptop with a 512GB HDD? Is his real life?

    • ExtremeDavo on 30/06/2017 - 00:52

      Plus dongles and adapters..

    • VAA on 30/06/2017 - 06:51
      +1

      A descent quality windows computer costs similar. On top of that not all models are available in Australia. I have my eyes on hp spectre x360 15" black model which was launched in the beginning of this year but not in Australia and the way big business work here I don't see it being introduced. It is pretty much normal price as macs come in par with top range business model laptops like dell xps, hp spectre, dell latitude etc.

      • KLoNe on 30/06/2017 - 12:02

        I have my eye on the exact same laptop. Our only avenue to eBay and the seller(s) are known to be fraudulent :/ Worth the risk for $1900? Or The equivilant MacBook for $3500?

        • VAA on 30/06/2017 - 14:07

          The MacBook Pro is far more powerful- - quad core, dedicated graphics and faster ssd. Again the hp on eBay for 1900 is from non- reliable seller. So in real world when sold by reputable sellers it will be close 3500. The other good one is Lenovo yoga 700 15" but only harvey Norman has it - not even ebay

        • KLoNe on 30/06/2017 - 14:58

          @VAA: Meh, I just need it for coding ruby on rails and refurbed doesn't bother me too much.

        • VAA on 30/06/2017 - 15:43

          @KLoNe: be careful when buying refurb from eBay as lots of them are dodgy - the eBay seller for hp is deals direct au and lots of negative reviews on whirlpool and eBay. Yes if ia cheaper one meets your needs then no point in spending more

        • KLoNe on 30/06/2017 - 16:59

          @VAA: Yeah, that's a huge downside. There's legit HP refurb resellers selling without stylus on Amazon so I'm assuming the refurbs are legit and if it arrives DOA, PayPal will step in. Are you saying that the chances are great that there will be a hardware failure before the 1yr warranty period and Deals Direct will just try and ignore the buyer?

        • VAA on 30/06/2017 - 19:13

          @KLoNe: yes. Whirlpool has a thread on them. As far as I know hp Australia won't repair it under warranty if purchased a US mode

          http://forums.whirlpool.net.au/archive/2542023
          https://forums.whirlpool.net.au/archive/1819853

  • cornucopia on 30/06/2017 - 06:31
    -2

    Can't believe how much you fanboys pay for a laptop. That should get me about 100 fanboy negs. Thank you in advance. I take fanboy negs as a compliment .. :-) .. !!

    • Velocita on 30/06/2017 - 09:09

      Happy to be the first.

    • Crocfreefree on 30/06/2017 - 09:40

      Your opinion is valid, of course. It's just that whenever you use the word "fanboy" you've pretty much lost the argument.

      "Fanboy" has become the tech equivalent of "cuck".

      Say why paying $4000 for a laptop that gives 5 years service and still has residual value afterwards is not a good investment, instead of "only iSheep buy this crap".

      • ycon on 30/06/2017 - 12:41

        Residual value is a very true. GT prices are a prime examples.

  • [Deactivated] on 30/06/2017 - 09:10

    Spoke to OW this morning. This is the item on their website: https://www.officeworks.com.au/shop/SearchDisplay?searchTerm…

    The CSR said to me that they have no stock and therefore won't price match.

    Sounds wrong to me, but I didn't have the materials on hand to dispute that - anyone confirm or deny that that is their policy?

    • Karupan on 30/06/2017 - 09:23

      Got the same thing last evening. The guy said they don't price match for back orders.

    • nebula9 on 30/06/2017 - 10:19

      Wow sorry to hear that, mine was just delivered now. If I remember correctly, they ask for your postcode at the start - I think to check local availability before they can price match. You might be able to try with a different postcode.

      • ycon on 30/06/2017 - 12:29

        None of my local stores have stock… Does their website do price match? What are my options?

        • nebula9 on 30/06/2017 - 12:50

          Unfortunately you have to price match via phone or in-store. You'd have better luck on phone as they can check multiple stores, but unfortunately it's likely limited to your general location.

        • sridhar on 30/06/2017 - 16:02

          @nelga:

          Called OW just now and was told none of the stores in Victoria have stock and hence it's not possible to order from them.

  • spc12go on 30/06/2017 - 09:28

    they cancelled my order

  • arnieb on 30/06/2017 - 09:48

    So I called them this morning around 0905hrs. They said they had 2 in stock, so I have ordered one, my card has been charged. Pricematched to $3505 (they are allowing for click and collect). Not sure how they are cancelling orders….

    • arnieb on 03/07/2017 - 10:37

      collected it this morning

  • spc12go on 30/06/2017 - 09:55

    due to security reason your order has been cancelled

  • kks on 30/06/2017 - 10:38

    I went in store and price matched, no stock but they are ordering in. Doubt they will be able to cancel it due to security reasons as they charged my card in store and have my drivers licence details for warranty.

    • spc12go on 30/06/2017 - 15:55

      thats great. Mine went from today's delivery to cancelled order. I placed another order 5302 this time. See how it goes. There is a hold on the card. But they could cancel again.

    • fsbspy on 04/08/2017 - 15:32

      I'm just wondering, did you get your order from Officeworks? I placed an order on the 30th and have still not received anything. Each time I've called them they've delayed it by 1 week.

  • blaze on 30/06/2017 - 16:11

    just went in store. theyve lowered their price to 20c cheaper than JB so no 5% price beat available any more

  • blaze on 30/06/2017 - 16:29

    for anyone who wants it cheaper… i ended up getting this one for $3499 via eBay with CRAZY or TREAT coupon (+ $45 cashback with cashrewards) and there are 4 left at the time of posting.

    http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Brand-NEW-Apple-MacBook-Pro-2017-…

    i cant post this deal as it's not a top rated seller so… enjoy.

    • automated on 30/06/2017 - 20:24

      Is this actually an Australian seller? I'm tempted, but will it come from overseas and we will be charged GST?

      • spc12go on 30/06/2017 - 21:33

        Looks like its based in Australia abd Australian business

      • [Deactivated] on 30/06/2017 - 21:33

        Yeah, I had a look and it seems their stock comes from Hong Kong. I just don't know if I could part with that much money without it being locally sourced so I can hold someone to account if anything goes wrong

        • blaze on 01/07/2017 - 01:48

          they say they are aussie but almost certainly the stock is coming from HK

          but im not worried. apple has the best hardware ive ever used plus apple has a global warranty - take any apple device into any apple store to get it fixed. the only issue might be trying to claim a statutory 2yr warranty with an ebay seller. maybe get applecare if you're that worried? i'm not.

  • higherthanthestars on 30/06/2017 - 23:47
    +2

    Just want to thank the OP for posting this deal. Got a base model 13" MacBook Pro from Officeworks CBD for $1622 tonight. That's a crazy good price. Especially, on the last day of the fin year - meaning that I will only pay about $800 for it. Thanks OP!

    • river7 on 01/07/2017 - 16:54

      How come it's only $800 for you?

    • schlager on 02/07/2017 - 14:54

      I'd love to know how to!

      • KLoNe on 04/07/2017 - 17:36

        I don't think higherthanthestars knows how tax works.

  • gorge on 04/07/2017 - 14:11

    why would you sell your soul for this shit. seriously.

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