AED 2,899
AED 2,799
Best Battery
MacBook 12 (2018)
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containers or compiling large codebases, thanks to its 8-core CPU and dual-channel RAM, despite Bluetooth 4.2 being outdated.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.
| Market | MacBook 12 (2018) | MacBook Pro 15 (2019) | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UAE | AED 2,899 | AED 2,799 | MacBook Pro 15 (2019) saves AED 100 |
| India | ₹ 61,900 | ₹ 64,900 | MacBook 12 (2018) saves ₹ 3,000 |
