MacBook Pro 13 (2020) vs MacBook Pro 15 (2018)

Apple MacBook Pro 13 Late 2020 M1 Entry wins on CPU performance with its M1 8-core CPU (3.2 GHz max) outperforming the Intel i9-8950HK in efficiency and single-core speed, while being fanless and running cooler under load. Choose the M1 model if you’re a video editor needing 10-bit H.265 encoding or a coder running Docker and Xcode — its 8GB RAM and 1TB SSD deliver faster app launches and longer battery life (up to 17 hours real-world). Pick the 2018 15-inch if you run legacy Windows apps via Boot Camp or need 32GB RAM for heavy VMs or 4K audio editing — its Vega 20 GPU (4GB HBM2) handles GPU-accelerated tasks better than the M1’s 8-core GPU in unsupported pro apps. In UAE at AED 3799 vs AED 3099, the 2018 model is better because it offers 32GB RAM for ₹20,000 less; in India at ₹94900 vs ₹74900, the 2018 model wins on value because 32GB RAM doubles the M1’s capacity for memory-heavy workflows.