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MacBook Pro 15 (2015) vs Notebook 9 (2016) 15"

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Apple MacBook Pro Retina 15 inch 2015-05 (MacBook Pro 15 inch Series) 1TB / 24GB

Apple MacBook Pro Retina 15 inch 2015-05 (MacBook Pro 15 inch Series) 1TB / 24GB

AED 1,299

Buy on Amazon UAEFull Specs
Apple MacBook Pro 15 2016 (2.9 GHz, 460) (MacBook Pro 15 2016 Series) 1TB / 32GB

Apple MacBook Pro 15 2016 (2.9 GHz, 460) (MacBook Pro 15 2016 Series) 1TB / 32GB

AED 1,049

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MacBook Pro 15 (2015)

Our Verdict

MacBook Pro 15 (2015) vs Notebook 9 (2016) 15"

The MacBook Pro 15 2016 wins on GPU and CPU performance with its AMD Radeon Pro 460 (4GB VRAM) and i7-6920HQ (2.9–3.8 GHz) versus the 2015 model’s Radeon R9 M370X (2GB VRAM) and i7-4870HQ (2.5–3.7 GHz). The 2015 model suits video editors needing 16GB DDR3L RAM and a 100Wh battery for ~8 hours of 1080p editing, but its older ports and heavier 2.04kg build limit mobility. The 2016 model is better for coders and light creatives needing 32GB RAM and four Thunderbolt 3 ports for dual 4K displays, plus its 1.83kg weight improves portability. In UAE at AED 1049 vs AED 1299, the 2016 model is better because it offers 16GB more RAM and a faster GPU for AED 250 less. In India at ₹26900 vs ₹29900, the 2016 model wins on value because it delivers 32GB RAM and Thunderbolt 3 for ₹3000 cheaper.

Full Specs Comparison

Spec
MacBook Pro 15 (2015)
Notebook 9 (2016) 15"
Processor
Intel Core i7-4870HQ 4c/8t 4 x 2.5 - 3.7 GHz (Intel Core i7)
Intel Core i7-6920HQ 4c/8t 4 x 2.9 - 3.8 GHz (Intel Core i7)
Graphics
AMD Radeon R9 M370X - 2048 MB VRAM, Core: 800 MHz, RAM: 4500 MHz, GDDR5, 14.502.1020.0, Enduro (nur OS X)
AMD Radeon Pro 460 - 4 GB VRAM, Core: 907 MHz, RAM: 1270 MHz
Screen Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 18 x 358.9 x 247.1 ( = 0.71 x 14.13 x 9.73 in)
height x width x depth (in mm): 16 x 349 x 241 ( = 0.63 x 13.74 x 9.49 in)
RAM
16 GB , Dual-Channel DDR3L-1600, soldered
16 GB , 2133 MHz LPDDR3 RAM soldered
Storage
1024
1024
Battery
100 Wh Lithium-Polymer
76 Wh Lithium-Polymer
Ports
2 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 2 Thunderbolt, 1 HDMI, 2 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: Headset port (3.5 mm stereo jack), Card Reader: SD, Brightness Sensor
4 USB 3.1 Gen2, 4 Thunderbolt, Audio Connections: Headset, Brightness Sensor
Wi-Fi
Broadcom BCM94360CS (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.0
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.2
Weight
2.04 kg ( = 71.96 oz / 4.5 pounds), Power Supply: 320 g ( = 11.29 oz / 0.71 pounds)
1.83 kg ( = 64.55 oz / 4.03 pounds), Power Supply: 369 g ( = 13.02 oz / 0.81 pounds)
OS
Apple OS X 10.10 Yosemite
Apple macOS 10.12 Sierra

Price Comparison

MarketMacBook Pro 15 (2015)Notebook 9 (2016) 15"Difference
UAEAED 1,299AED 1,049Notebook 9 (2016) 15" saves AED 250
India₹ 29,900₹ 26,900Notebook 9 (2016) 15" saves ₹ 3,000

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