<p>For graphic design, I would definitely have to recommend a MacBook Pro. If you can afford a new one, there’s no reason to not go for the new 15" - you might want to consider upgrading to the next step up from basic, since it comes with an i5 processor & I’ve been told that’ll handle graphic design programs better than the Core 2 Duo. But, I have no doubt that the refurbished one will absolutely suffice - I hear lots of them are open-box products, anyway.</p>