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MacBook 12 (2018) vs MacBook Pro 15 (2019)

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Apple MacBook Pro 15 2018 (2.9 GHz, Vega 20) (MacBook Pro 15 2018 Series) 1TB / 24GB

Apple MacBook Pro 15 2018 (2.9 GHz, Vega 20) (MacBook Pro 15 2018 Series) 1TB / 24GB

AED 2,899

Buy on Amazon UAEFull Specs
Apple MacBook Pro 15 2019 i9 Vega 20 (MacBook Pro 15 2019 Series) 1TB / 24GB

Apple MacBook Pro 15 2019 i9 Vega 20 (MacBook Pro 15 2019 Series) 1TB / 24GB

AED 2,799

Buy on Amazon UAEFull Specs

Best Battery

MacBook 12 (2018)

Our Verdict

MacBook 12 (2018) vs MacBook Pro 15 (2019)

The i9-9980HK (8c/16t) in the 2019 model outperforms the i9-8950HK (6c/12t) in multi-core workloads, while both share the same Vega 20 GPU. The 2018 model suits video editors needing 32GB RAM and 1TB SSD for 4K timelines on macOS 10.14, with 10+ hours of real-world use from its 83Wh battery. The 2019 model benefits coders running Docker containers or compiling large codebases, thanks to its 8-core CPU and dual-channel RAM, despite Bluetooth 4.2 being outdated. In UAE at AED 2899 vs AED 2799, the 2019 model is better because it costs less and has a faster CPU. In India at ₹61900 vs ₹64900, the 2018 model wins on value because it’s ₹3000 cheaper with identical performance for most tasks.

Full Specs Comparison

Spec
MacBook 12 (2018)
MacBook Pro 15 (2019)
Processor
Intel Core i9-8950HK 6c/12t 6 x 2.9 - 4.8 GHz, Coffee Lake-H
Intel Core i9-9980HK 8c/16t 8 x 2.4 - 5 GHz, Coffee Lake-H
Graphics
AMD Radeon Pro Vega 20 - 4 GB VRAM, HBM2, Enduro
AMD Radeon Pro Vega 20 - 4 GB VRAM, HBM2
Screen Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 15.5 x 349.3 x 240.7 ( = 0.61 x 13.75 x 9.48 in)
height x width x depth (in mm): 15.5 x 349.3 x 240.7 ( = 0.61 x 13.75 x 9.48 in)
RAM
32 GB , DDR4-2400, soldered, up to 32 GB
32 GB , DDR4-2400, Dual-Channel, soldered
Storage
1024
1024
Battery
83 Wh Lithium-Polymer
83 Wh Lithium-Polymer
Ports
4 USB 3.1 Gen2, 4 Thunderbolt, 4 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm stereo jack, 1 Fingerprint Reader, Brightness Sensor
4 USB 3.1 Gen2, 4 Thunderbolt, 4 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm Stereo, 1 Fingerprint Reader, Brightness Sensor
Wi-Fi
Broadcom 802.11ac (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 5.0
Broadcom 802.11ac (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.2
Weight
1.83 kg ( = 64.55 oz / 4.03 pounds), Power Supply: 369 g ( = 13.02 oz / 0.81 pounds)
1.83 kg ( = 64.55 oz / 4.03 pounds), Power Supply: 369 g ( = 13.02 oz / 0.81 pounds)
OS
Apple macOS 10.14 Mojave
Apple macOS 10.15 Catalina

Price Comparison

MarketMacBook 12 (2018)MacBook Pro 15 (2019)Difference
UAEAED 2,899AED 2,799MacBook Pro 15 (2019) saves AED 100
India₹ 61,900₹ 64,900MacBook 12 (2018) saves ₹ 3,000

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