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Apple PowerBook G4 (DVI)

Apple · PowerBook

PowerBook G4 (DVI)

Released April 2002

Titanium PowerBook with a higher-resolution widescreen, digital DVI output and 667 or 800 MHz G4 processors.

Model history · 3 models, 2001–2002
  1. 2001PowerBook G4 (Original 2001)Compare
  2. 2001PowerBook G4 (Gigabit Ethernet)Compare
  3. 2002PowerBook G4 (DVI)
Size
15.2″
Display
–
Processor
PowerPC G4 667 MHz (PowerBook DVI) or PowerPC G4 800 MHz (PowerBook DVI)
Memory
256 MB – 1 GB
Weight
2.4 kg
Battery
5 h

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the sharper, brighter screen, stronger graphics and quieter cooling. Both find wireless reception improved, though Macworld still finds it weaker than the iBook. PowerPage likes the firmer construction and spacious display; Macworld considers performance a substantial improvement but the price high.

From macworld.com and powerpage.org

Specifications

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Display

Screen size
15.2″
Resolution
1280 × 854
Touchscreen
No
Display type
15.2-inch TFT widescreen; panel technology, brightness and refresh unpublished.

Performance

Processor
PowerPC G4 667 MHz (PowerBook DVI) or PowerPC G4 800 MHz (PowerBook DVI)
CPU cores
1
Graphics
ATI Mobility Radeon 7500 (32 MB DDR)
Memory
256 MB, 512 MB or 1 GB
Storage
30 GB to 60 GB
CPU
667 or 800 MHz PowerPC G4, 133 MHz system bus and 1 MB DDR L3 cache. Exact silicon supplier omitted.
GPU
ATI Mobility Radeon 7500, AGP 4× and 32 MB DDR video memory.
Memory type
Two PC133 SO-DIMM slots, maximum 1 GB. Base 256 MB at 667 MHz or 512 MB at 800 MHz.
Storage type
30 GB at 667 MHz or 40 GB at 800 MHz, 4200 rpm Ultra ATA/66. Both offer 60 GB 5400 rpm build-to-order drive. Slot-loading Combo DVD-ROM/CD-RW; cannot burn DVDs.

Battery and size

Battery life (maker's claim)
Up to 5 hours
Battery capacity
55.3 Wh
Weight
2.4 kg
Battery life detail
55.3 Wh lithium-ion; up to five hours, depending on configuration and use. Maker reference weight 2.4 kg includes battery and optical drive and varies by configuration/manufacturing. Maker dimensions: height 2.6 cm, width 34.1 cm, depth 24.1 cm, retained as published.
Materials
Titanium enclosure

Connections

Ports
2 × USB-A, Ethernet, headphone jack
Wi-Fi
AirPort 802.11b; optional at 667 MHz, installed at 800 MHz
Operating system
macOS
Port detail
Two 12 Mbps USB ports, FireWire 400, Gigabit Ethernet, 56K modem, Type I/II PC Card slot, DVI, S-video, audio input and output. DVI-to-VGA and S-video-to-composite adapters included.
External displays
Dual display and mirroring; external display up to 2048 × 1536. Apple ADC displays require separate DVI-to-ADC adapter.
Keyboard
Full-size keyboard with embedded numeric keypad
Trackpad
Tap, double-tap and drag support
Speakers
Two stereo speakers
Microphones
Internal omnidirectional microphone
In the box
Power adapter and modem cable, video adapters and software. Apple UK release states immediate availability on 29 April 2002.

Configurations

ProcessorMemoryStorageGraphics
PowerPC G4 667 MHz (PowerBook DVI)256 MB30 GBATI Mobility Radeon 7500 (32 MB DDR)
PowerPC G4 667 MHz (PowerBook DVI)256 MB60 GBATI Mobility Radeon 7500 (32 MB DDR)
PowerPC G4 667 MHz (PowerBook DVI)1 GB30 GBATI Mobility Radeon 7500 (32 MB DDR)
PowerPC G4 667 MHz (PowerBook DVI)1 GB60 GBATI Mobility Radeon 7500 (32 MB DDR)
PowerPC G4 800 MHz (PowerBook DVI)512 MB40 GBATI Mobility Radeon 7500 (32 MB DDR)
PowerPC G4 800 MHz (PowerBook DVI)512 MB60 GBATI Mobility Radeon 7500 (32 MB DDR)
PowerPC G4 800 MHz (PowerBook DVI)1 GB40 GBATI Mobility Radeon 7500 (32 MB DDR)
PowerPC G4 800 MHz (PowerBook DVI)1 GB60 GBATI Mobility Radeon 7500 (32 MB DDR)

Pros and cons

Pros

  • DVI output and Gigabit Ethernet
  • Combo optical drive and PC Card slot
  • AirPort included at 800 MHz

Cons

  • AirPort optional at 667 MHz
  • USB limited to 12 Mbps
  • Combo drive cannot burn DVDs

Closest rivals

Model
SizeDisplayProcessorMemoryWeightBatteryReleased
ApplePowerBook G4 (15-inch, Double-Layer SD)
15.2″–PowerPC G4 1.67 GHz (PowerBook 15-inch Late 2005)512 MB – 2 GB–5.5 hOct 2005
ApplePowerBook G4 (Gigabit Ethernet)
15.2″–PowerPC G4 550 MHz (PowerBook Gigabit Ethernet) or PowerPC G4 667 MHz (PowerBook Gigabit Ethernet)128 MB – 1 GB–5 hOct 2001
ApplePowerBook G4 (Original 2001)
15.2″–PowerPC G4 400 MHz (PowerBook Original 2001) or PowerPC G4 500 MHz (PowerBook Original 2001)128 MB – 1 GB2.4 kg5 hJan 2001

Previous model: PowerBook G4 (Gigabit Ethernet). Newer model: PowerBook G4 (1GHz/867MHz).

Sources

  1. support.apple.com/en-gb/112483
  2. apple.com/uk/newsroom/2002/04/29Apple-Unveils-New-Titanium-PowerBook-G4
  3. everymac.com/systems/apple/powerbook_g4/specs/powerbook_g4_800_dvi.html

Photo: EveryMac Titanium DVI-family image linked from the exact 800 MHz DVI page; low-resolution rear three-quarter pose.

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