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MacBook 12 (2019) vs MacBook Air 13 (2019)

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Apple MacBook Pro 13 2019 2TB3 (MacBook Pro 13 2019 Series) 1TB / 24GB

Apple MacBook Pro 13 2019 2TB3 (MacBook Pro 13 2019 Series) 1TB / 24GB

AED 3,299

Buy on Amazon UAEFull Specs
Apple MacBook Pro 13 2019 2TB3 (MacBook Pro 13 2019 Series) 1TB / 24GB

Apple MacBook Pro 13 2019 2TB3 (MacBook Pro 13 2019 Series) 1TB / 24GB

AED 3,399

Buy on Amazon UAEFull Specs

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MacBook 12 (2019)

Our Verdict

MacBook 12 (2019) vs MacBook Air 13 (2019)

The MacBook Pro 13 2019 with Intel Core i5-8257U and Iris Plus 645 matches both units identically—no performance difference exists between them. Buyers needing 24GB RAM and 1TB storage for multitasking heavy apps like Final Cut Pro or Docker containers should choose the AED 3299 or ₹72900 model, as the extra RAM improves rendering speed with large timelines. The same configuration is equally suited for developers running multiple VMs or containers, where 8GB RAM would cause constant swapping. In UAE at AED 3299 vs AED 3399, the lower-priced unit is better because it offers identical specs at AED 100 less. In India at ₹72900 vs ₹74900, the cheaper model wins on value because it saves ₹2000 with zero trade-offs in performance or storage.

Full Specs Comparison

Spec
MacBook 12 (2019)
MacBook Air 13 (2019)
Processor
Intel Core i5-8257U 4c/8t 4 x 1.4 - 3.9 GHz, Coffee Lake-U
Intel Core i5-8257U 4c/8t 4 x 1.4 - 3.9 GHz, Coffee Lake-U
Graphics
Intel Iris Plus Graphics 645
Intel Iris Plus Graphics 645
Screen Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 14.9 x 304.1 x 212.4 ( = 0.59 x 11.97 x 8.36 in)
height x width x depth (in mm): 14.9 x 304.1 x 212.4 ( = 0.59 x 11.97 x 8.36 in)
RAM
8 GB , LPDDR3-2133, Dual-Channel, soldered
8 GB , LPDDR3-2133, Dual-Channel, soldered
Storage
1024
1024
Battery
58.2 Wh Lithium-Polymer
58.2 Wh Lithium-Polymer
Ports
2 USB 3.1 Gen2, 2 Thunderbolt, 2 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm stereo, 1 Fingerprint Reader
2 USB 3.1 Gen2, 2 Thunderbolt, 2 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm stereo, 1 Fingerprint Reader
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 5.0
Weight
1.374 kg ( = 48.47 oz / 3.03 pounds), Power Supply: 275 g ( = 9.7 oz / 0.61 pounds)
1.374 kg ( = 48.47 oz / 3.03 pounds), Power Supply: 275 g ( = 9.7 oz / 0.61 pounds)
OS
Apple macOS 10.15 Catalina
Apple macOS 10.15 Catalina

Price Comparison

MarketMacBook 12 (2019)MacBook Air 13 (2019)Difference
UAEAED 3,299AED 3,399MacBook 12 (2019) saves AED 100
India₹ 72,900₹ 74,900MacBook 12 (2019) saves ₹ 2,000

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