Yes it does... the new machines have integrated (on the logic board) graphics, and a dedicated graphics processors. When needed the dedicated kicks in automatically and improves performance of the Pro Apps.
I have a new 17" and it's FASTER than my 3 Gig 8 Core machine. I heartily recommend an SSD startup disk. the 17" I have will start up in about 6 seconds, launch FCP 7 in about 5... fast.
Jerry
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