what is the difference with the model numbers besides price?
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They indicate different specifications, year, processor speed, memory speed etc.
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Each model number has a little bit different specifications. The major specifications are shown below. But the model MB986LL/A has the fastest processor, and the biggest hard drive. Apple customizes the laptops based on what the user wants, so the model numbers show different customizations. Model: MB985LL/A Intel Core 2 Duo Processor 2.66GHz 4GB DDR3 RAM 320GB 5400RPM Hard Drive 15.4-Inch Screen, GeForce GT Model: MB986LL/A Intel Core 2 Duo Processor 2.8GHz 4GB DDR3 RAM 500GB 5400RPM Hard Drive 15.4-Inch Screen, GeForce Model: MC118LL/A Intel Core 2 Duo Processor 2.53GHz 4GB DDR3 RAM 250GB 5400RPM Hard Drive 15.4-Inch Screen, GeForce
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Not sure about the feature differences but this model is the only one they make with a lifetime warranty. Which was what prompted me to make the purchase. Hope this helps.
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They are basically designed for the same uses. The different models are just different quality.
757226
Not sure-- All I know is they had a thinner walled one, and their new one is thicker walled-- not sure of model numbers etc.
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Brian, I have no idea if there is any difference, as I have only experience with the "other" model. I just really like the one I bought from Amazon.
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I believe all of the models share the same parts. the best way to know for sure is to compare the one your trying to replace visually with the one you are looking at. Voltage and hardware in general will be the same(for this model) its the os or memory that change. Sorry I could not be more helpful.
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I am in the process of purchasing one or the other. I am not sure what the differences are. Can someone help me out too:F. Jackson
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I don't know but at a quick glance the specs seem to be the same. In the past when I've seen small differences in product numbers like this it was because one was made to sell in a particular big box store. There may or may not be a difference in the product. A big box store that offers a price match may or may not recognize the two models as being the same for price match purposes.
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I'm looking to buy one. Such a good question but no one seems to know the answer. :(update: I think they are the same except one is more cheaply built. But which one?? Who knows...could be the higher priced one!
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The answer Janice Buckley gave is exactly what Actron's website gives for the difference between models.The additional features served me well already and I believe are definetly worth having. Dale Graefnitz
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The only difference I found was the price. The one I bought here is just fine and does the job very well.
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Since I have a different model number, I wouldn't know which one you should order.
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The more expensive one is, in fact, larger than the less-expensive one. The cheaper one is Model 1312-00. The more expensive one is Model 1312-50. There IS a difference!
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I'm not sure of the difference. I'm not the manufacturer. All I can say is the model I bought should work for what you want them for.
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I contacted customer service regarding this issue and they told me there was no difference between the two units. The numbers are different because they are marketed to different types of retailers.
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I am not sure of the differences between the two model numbers you have listed. I do know that the "Reds" are highly rated and I wouldn't put anything else into one of our servers.
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Go to settings and go to general settings then go to about and scroll down. You will see the model number there.