
AED 1,099

AED 1,099
Best Battery
MacBook Pro 13 (2017)
The 1TB/16GB model wins due to 16GB RAM vs 8GB, enabling smoother multitasking with 8+ apps open, while both share the same i5-7360U and Iris Plus 640 GPU. The 512GB/8GB model suits light coders running VS Code and Docker containers with 4GB RAM headroom, but struggles with 4K video editing due to insufficient RAM and storage. The 1TB/16GB model is optimal for photographers editing 100+ RAW files or developers using virtual machines, where 16GB RAM and 1TB SSD reduce lag and eliminate storage bottlenecks. In UAE at AED 1099 vs AED 1099, the 1TB/16GB model is better because it doubles RAM and storage for the same price. In India at ₹24900 vs ₹27900, the 512GB/8GB model wins on value because ₹3000 extra buys only 8GB RAM and 512GB storage, not a meaningful performance leap.
| Market | MacBook Pro 13 (2017) | Notebook 9 (2017) 13" | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UAE | AED 1,099 | AED 1,099 | — |
| India | ₹ 24,900 | ₹ 27,900 | MacBook Pro 13 (2017) saves ₹ 3,000 |