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MacBook Pro 13 (2015) vs Notebook 9 (2016) 13"

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Apple MacBook Pro Retina 13 inch 2015-03 (MacBook Pro 13 Series) 512GB / 24GB

Apple MacBook Pro Retina 13 inch 2015-03 (MacBook Pro 13 Series) 512GB / 24GB

AED 749

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Apple MacBook Pro 13 2016 (2.9 GHz) 1TB / 16GB

Apple MacBook Pro 13 2016 (2.9 GHz) 1TB / 16GB

AED 899

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MacBook Pro 13 (2015)

Our Verdict

MacBook Pro 13 (2015) vs Notebook 9 (2016) 13"

The 2016 model wins on CPU and GPU: i5-6267U (2.9–3.3 GHz) and Iris Graphics 550 outperform the 2015’s i5-5257U (2.7–3.1 GHz) and Iris 6100, with faster 2133 MHz RAM vs 1866 MHz. The 2015 model suits light coders needing 8GB RAM and 512GB storage for basic macOS tasks, with longer 75Wh battery life offering ~10 hours of web browsing. The 2016 model fits professionals needing 1TB storage and 16GB RAM for multitasking with large files, plus Thunderbolt 3 and Touch ID for faster workflows. In UAE at AED 749 vs AED 899, the 2015 model is better because it costs AED 150 less with 26% larger battery. In India at ₹16900 vs ₹22900, the 2015 model wins on value because it saves ₹6000 while retaining usable performance for daily tasks.

Full Specs Comparison

Spec
MacBook Pro 13 (2015)
Notebook 9 (2016) 13"
Processor
Intel Core i5-5257U 2c/4t 2 x 2.7 - 3.1 GHz, Broadwell
Intel Core i5-6267U 2c/4t 2 x 2.9 - 3.3 GHz, Skylake
Graphics
Intel Iris Graphics 6100, Core: 1050 MHz, dual-channel memory, 10.18.14.4156
Intel Iris Graphics 550, Core: 1000 MHz, RAM: 1067 MHz, 4542
Screen Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 18 x 314 x 219 ( = 0.71 x 12.36 x 8.62 in)
height x width x depth (in mm): 15 x 304 x 212 ( = 0.59 x 11.97 x 8.35 in)
RAM
8 GB , LPDDR3-1866, dual-channel, soldered
8 GB , LPDDR3-2133
Storage
512
1024
Battery
75 Wh Lithium-Polymer, non-removable (glued)
49.2 Wh Lithium-Polymer
Ports
2 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 2 Thunderbolt, 1 HDMI, 2 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm headset jack, Card Reader: SD, Brightness Sensor, Sensors: brightness sensor
4 USB 3.1 Gen2, 4 Thunderbolt, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm Headset, 1 Fingerprint Reader
Wi-Fi
Broadcom BCM94360CS (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.0
Broadcom BCM15700A2 802.11ac (ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.2
Weight
1.58 kg ( = 55.73 oz / 3.48 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)
1.358 kg ( = 47.9 oz / 2.99 pounds), Power Supply: 269 g ( = 9.49 oz / 0.59 pounds)
OS
Apple OS X 10.10 Yosemite
Apple macOS 10.12 Sierra

Price Comparison

MarketMacBook Pro 13 (2015)Notebook 9 (2016) 13"Difference
UAEAED 749AED 899MacBook Pro 13 (2015) saves AED 150
India₹ 16,900₹ 22,900MacBook Pro 13 (2015) saves ₹ 6,000

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