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

The i9-9980HK (8c/16t) in the 2019 model outperforms the i9-8950HK (6c/12t) in the 2018 model, delivering 33% more cores and higher boost clocks up to 5.0 GHz, while both share the same Vega 20 GPU. The 2018 model with 1TB storage and 32GB RAM suits video editors working with 4K timelines who need local storage for raw footage without cloud reliance. The 2019 model, despite half the storage, benefits from macOS Catalina’s improved efficiency and dual-channel RAM, making it better for coders running Docker containers or VMs with parallel workloads. In UAE at AED 2899 vs AED 2299, the 2019 model is better because it costs AED 600 less while offering a significantly faster CPU. In India at ₹61900 vs ₹49900, the 2019 model wins on value because it delivers 33% more CPU cores for ₹12000 less.