MacBook Pro 15 (2017) vs Notebook 9 Pro 15"

The MacBook Pro 15 2016 wins on GPU performance with its AMD Radeon Pro 460 (4GB VRAM) versus the 2017’s Radeon Pro 555 (2GB VRAM), giving it a clear edge in graphics-heavy tasks. Buy the 2017 model if you need 24GB RAM for multitasking with large datasets or running virtual machines, as its 16GB LPDDR3 is insufficient for heavy workloads. Choose the 2016 model if you run video editing or 3D apps requiring more VRAM, as the 4GB GPU handles 4K timelines better than the 2GB unit. In UAE at AED 1799 vs AED 1899, the 2017 model is better because it offers 8GB more RAM for the same price; in India at ₹44900 vs ₹48900, the 2017 wins on value because you get 24GB RAM for ₹4000 less despite the weaker GPU.