MacBook 12 (2017) vs MacBook Pro 13 (2017)

The MacBook Pro 13 2017 wins on performance with its i5-7360U (2.3–3.6 GHz) and Iris Plus 640 GPU (950 MHz) versus the MacBook 12’s m3-7Y32 (1.2 GHz base) and HD 615, offering 2.5x higher turbo clock and 40% faster graphics. The MacBook 12 2017 suits travelers needing a 920g fanless device with 10+ hours of light web browsing and email, thanks to its low-power chip and 41.4 Wh battery. The MacBook Pro 13 2017 is better for multitasking coders and light video editors with dual-channel 8GB LPDDR3-2133 RAM and two Thunderbolt 3 ports for external displays or SSDs, plus 54.5 Wh battery for 8–9 hours of sustained work. In UAE at AED 1599 vs AED 1999, the MacBook Pro 13 is better because it delivers 2.5x higher CPU performance for the same storage and 400 AED less. In India at ₹39900 vs ₹48900, the MacBook Pro 13 wins on value because it offers double the GPU speed and Thunderbolt connectivity for ₹9000 less.