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MacBook 12 (2015) vs Notebook 9 (2016) 13"

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Apple MacBook 12 (Early 2015) 1.1 GHz 512GB / 16GB

Apple MacBook 12 (Early 2015) 1.1 GHz 512GB / 16GB

AED 799

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Apple MacBook Pro 13 2016 (2.9 GHz) 1TB / 16GB

Apple MacBook Pro 13 2016 (2.9 GHz) 1TB / 16GB

AED 899

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Notebook 9 (2016) 13"

Our Verdict

MacBook 12 (2015) vs Notebook 9 (2016) 13"

The MacBook Pro 13 2016 wins with its Intel Core i5-6267U (2.9–3.3 GHz) and Intel Iris Graphics 550 (1000 MHz core) versus the MacBook 12’s slower Core M-5Y31 (0.9–2.4 GHz) and HD Graphics 5300 (850 MHz), delivering 40% higher CPU clock speeds and 17% faster GPU clocks. The MacBook 12 suits travelers needing a 920g fanless device with 10+ hours of battery life for light web browsing and document work, but its 8GB RAM and 512GB storage limit multitasking. The MacBook Pro 13 fits coders and light video editors needing 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, four Thunderbolt 3 ports, and a fingerprint reader for secure logins. In UAE at AED 799 vs AED 899, the MacBook 12 is better because it’s 100 AED cheaper and fanless; in India at ₹18900 vs ₹22900, the MacBook Pro wins on value because its 1TB storage and Thunderbolt ports justify the ₹4000 premium.

Full Specs Comparison

Spec
MacBook 12 (2015)
Notebook 9 (2016) 13"
Processor
Intel Core M-5Y31 2c/4t 2 x 0.9 - 2.4 GHz, Broadwell
Intel Core i5-6267U 2c/4t 2 x 2.9 - 3.3 GHz, Skylake
Graphics
Intel HD Graphics 5300, Core: 850 MHz, RAM: 800 MHz, Dual-Channel Memory, 10.18.14.4112
Intel Iris Graphics 550, Core: 1000 MHz, RAM: 1067 MHz, 4542
Screen Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 13.1 x 281 x 197 ( = 0.52 x 11.06 x 7.76 in)
height x width x depth (in mm): 15 x 304 x 212 ( = 0.59 x 11.97 x 8.35 in)
RAM
8 GB , Dual-Channel LPDDR3-1600, soldered, no Slots
8 GB , LPDDR3-2133
Storage
512
1024
Battery
40 Wh Lithium-Polymer, in-built
49.2 Wh Lithium-Polymer
Ports
1 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: Headset connection (3.5 mm jack), Brightness Sensor, Sensors: Helligkeitssensor
4 USB 3.1 Gen2, 4 Thunderbolt, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm Headset, 1 Fingerprint Reader
Wi-Fi
Broadcom BCM4352 (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.0
Broadcom BCM15700A2 802.11ac (ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.2
Weight
920 g ( = 32.45 oz / 2.03 pounds), Power Supply: 169 g ( = 5.96 oz / 0.37 pounds)
1.358 kg ( = 47.9 oz / 2.99 pounds), Power Supply: 269 g ( = 9.49 oz / 0.59 pounds)
OS
Apple OS X 10.10 Yosemite
Apple macOS 10.12 Sierra

Price Comparison

MarketMacBook 12 (2015)Notebook 9 (2016) 13"Difference
UAEAED 799AED 899MacBook 12 (2015) saves AED 100
India₹ 18,900₹ 22,900MacBook 12 (2015) saves ₹ 4,000

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