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I guess that Apple would be already able to produce laptop SoCs running at 5-15W TDP, with e.g. 4 to 6 CPU cores at 2-3GHz, outperforming newest Core i7 chips f
by faragon 10y ago
I guess that Apple would be already able to produce laptop SoCs running at 5-15W TDP, with e.g. 4 to 6 CPU cores at 2-3GHz, outperforming newest Core i7 chips for laptops.
That could allow to maintain, or even increase, profit margings, with margin for lowering product price. Running that path, in my opinion, Apple could take 50% of laptop market. E.g. high quality laptops with BOM (bill of materials) of 150 USD selling for 400-600 USD. Or even less.
- ksec 10y agoYes, Apple could potentially save between $100-$250 BOM cost. But it is likely Apple would also want their Mac range to be completely Retina. Basically Apple will still be selling at a similar price range and not entering the low end market. But they just offer much better value.