2018
UAE Price
AED 1,699
India Price
₹36,900
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Laptop · Apple · 2018
The Apple MacBook Pro 15 2018 (2.9 GHz, Vega 20) (MacBook Pro 15 2018 Series) 512GB / 16GB is Apple's 2018 laptop featuring a height x width x depth (in mm): 15.5 x 349.3 x 240.7 ( = 0.61 x 13.75 x 9.48 in) display, the Intel Core i9-8950HK 6c/12t 6 x 2.9 - 4.8 GHz, Coffee Lake-H chipset. At AED 1,699 in the UAE and ₹36,900 in India, it sits firmly in the mid-range tier.
The MacBook Pro 15 2018 excels with its Intel Core i9-8950HK and AMD Radeon Pro Vega 20 with 4GB HBM2 VRAM, delivering sustained multi-threaded CPU and GPU performance for 4K video rendering and 3D modeling. The 32GB soldered DDR4 RAM ensures smooth multitasking across heavy workloads. Battery life reaches up to 10 hours under moderate use, aided by the 83Wh pack. This machine thrives for professionals running Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere, or virtual machines who need macOS compatibility and Thunderbolt 3’s 40Gbps bandwidth. Its weakness is thermal throttling under prolonged 100% CPU/GPU loads—fan noise spikes and performance drops after 20 minutes of sustained rendering. Weight at 1.83kg and no upgradeable storage add friction. In UAE at AED 1699, it’s good value because you get a rare i9+Vega 20 combo under $500. In India at ₹36900, it’s overpriced—new M1 Pro laptops offer better efficiency, longer battery, and superior performance for less.
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| Battery | 83 Wh Lithium-Polymer |
| Camera | Webcam: 720p FaceTime HD Kamera |
| Connections | 4 USB 3.1 Gen2, 4 Thunderbolt, 4 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm stereo jack, 1 Fingerprint Reader, Brightness Sensor |
| Networking | Broadcom 802.11ac (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Size | height x width x depth (in mm): 15.5 x 349.3 x 240.7 ( = 0.61 x 13.75 x 9.48 in) |
| Weight | 1.83 kg ( = 64.55 oz / 4.03 pounds), Power Supply: 369 g ( = 13.02 oz / 0.81 pounds) |
| Display | 15.60 inch 16:10, 2880 x 1800 pixel 218 PPI, APPA040, IPS, TrueTone, glossy: yes |
| Graphics adapter | AMD Radeon Pro Vega 20 - 4 GB VRAM, HBM2, Enduro |
| Memory | 32 GB , DDR4-2400, soldered, up to 32 GB |
| Storage | 512 |
| Mainboard | Intel Cannon Lake HM370 |
| Additional features | Speakers: Stereo, Keyboard: Chiclet, Butterfly, Keyboard Light: yes, 87 Watt USB-C power adapter, 12 Months Warranty |
| Links | Apple homepage |
| Price | 8349 Euro |
| Processor | Intel Core i9-8950HK 6c/12t 6 x 2.9 - 4.8 GHz, Coffee Lake-H |
| Operating System | Apple macOS 10.14 Mojave |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Common questions about the MacBook 12 (2018).
It is not recommended for most buyers in 2026 due to outdated hardware and limited future software support. While it may still handle basic tasks, newer alternatives offer better performance, efficiency, and longevity for the same price range.
The price in UAE is AED 1699. It is available through authorized resellers and certified pre-owned retailers, but not as a new model from Apple.
The price in India is ₹36900. It is sold through certified second-hand sellers and refurbished outlets, as Apple no longer offers it as a new product.
The camera is a 720p FaceTime HD webcam with basic low-light performance. It is adequate for video calls but lacks modern enhancements like HDR or improved noise reduction.
The battery lasts up to 8 hours with typical usage such as web browsing and document editing. Actual life varies significantly with screen brightness and workload.
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