Notebook 9 (2016) 13" vs Notebook 9 (2017) 13"

The MacBook Pro 13 2017 wins on GPU performance with Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640 (950 MHz) versus the 2016’s Iris Graphics 550 (1000 MHz), despite its lower base clock (2.3 GHz vs 2.9 GHz), thanks to Kaby Lake’s improved architecture and dual-channel RAM. The 2016 model suits coders needing higher single-core boost (3.3 GHz) and four Thunderbolt ports for multiple external drives, but its 49.2 Wh battery lasts ~8 hours under light use. The 2017 model, with its 54.5 Wh battery and dual-channel RAM, delivers ~9.5 hours of battery life and better sustained performance for video editors using Final Cut Pro with 16GB RAM and 1TB SSD. In UAE at AED 899 vs AED 1099, the 2016 is better because it offers 2 extra Thunderbolt ports for under AED 200. In India at ₹22900 vs ₹27900, the 2016 wins on value because it saves ₹5000 with nearly identical storage and RAM, and only 15 minutes less battery life.