UAE Price
AED 1,099
India Price
₹24,900
Links may include affiliate commissions. Disclosure.
Laptop · Apple · 2017
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 2017 (MacBook Pro 13 2017 Series) 512GB / 24GB is Apple's 2017 laptop featuring a height x width x depth (in mm): 14.9 x 304.1 x 212.4 ( = 0.59 x 11.97 x 8.36 in) display, the Intel Core i5-7360U 2c/4t 2 x 2.3 - 3.6 GHz, Kaby Lake chipset. At AED 1,099 in the UAE and ₹24,900 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The 2017 MacBook Pro 13 with Intel Core i5-7360U and Intel Iris Plus 640 delivers quiet, efficient performance for light multitasking and media editing, thanks to its dual-channel LPDDR3-2133 RAM and 512GB SSD. Battery life reaches 10–11 hours under typical use, outlasting most Windows ultrabooks. The thin, 1.37kg aluminum body remains portable, and the Retina display offers accurate colors for photo work. However, the 8GB RAM limits modern browser tabs and virtual machines, and thermal throttling occurs after 15 minutes of sustained CPU load. No USB-C ports beyond the two Thunderbolt 3 ports restrict peripheral expansion. In UAE at AED 1099, it’s good value because you get a durable, macOS-ready machine with fast storage and long battery life for basic tasks. In India at ₹24900, it’s overpriced—newer Ryzen or M1 alternatives offer better RAM, performance, and warranty for similar cost.
Consider instead
Notebook 9 (2018) 13"
Samsung · AED 999 · different brand, similar price
| Battery | 54.5 Wh Lithium-Polymer |
| Camera | Webcam: 720p FaceTime HD |
| Connections | 2 USB 3.1 Gen2, 2 Thunderbolt, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm Headset, Brightness Sensor |
| Networking | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Size | height x width x depth (in mm): 14.9 x 304.1 x 212.4 ( = 0.59 x 11.97 x 8.36 in) |
| Weight | 1.37 kg ( = 48.33 oz / 3.02 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds) |
| Display | 13.30 inch 16:10, 2560 x 1600 pixel 227 PPI, APPA033, IPS, glossy: yes |
| Graphics adapter | Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640, Core: 950 MHz, RAM: 1066 MHz |
| Memory | 8 GB , LPDDR3-2133, Dual-Channel |
| Storage | 512 |
| Mainboard | Intel Kaby Lake-U iHDCP 2.2 Premium PCH |
| Soundcard | Intel Kaby Lake-U/Y PCH - High Definition Audio |
| Additional features | Speakers: Stereo speakers, Keyboard: Chiclet (Butterfly v2), Keyboard Light: yes, 61-Watt USB-C-PSU, 12 Months Warranty |
| Links | Apple homepage |
| Price | 1499 Euro |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-7360U 2c/4t 2 x 2.3 - 3.6 GHz, Kaby Lake |
| Operating System | Apple macOS 10.12 Sierra |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
vs
Apple MacBook Air 13.3" 1.8 GHz (2017) (MacBook Air Series) 256GB / 16GB
vs
Apple MacBook 12 (Early 2015) 1.1 GHz 512GB / 16GB
vs
Apple MacBook Pro 15 2016 (2.9 GHz, 460) (MacBook Pro 15 2016 Series) 512GB / 16GB
vs
Apple MacBook Pro 13 2016 (2.9 GHz) 512GB / 24GB
vs
MJVG2D/BTO6 (MacBook Air Series) 512GB / 16GB
Common questions about the MacBook Pro 13 (2017).
It is not recommended for most buyers in 2026 due to outdated hardware and limited software support. While the build quality remains solid, newer apps and OS updates will likely run poorly or become incompatible over time.
The price in UAE is AED 1099. It is available through certified pre-owned retailers and second-hand marketplaces, but not as a new unit from Apple.
The price in India is ₹24900. It can be found through authorized resellers and trusted second-hand platforms, but is no longer sold new by Apple.
The 720p FaceTime camera delivers adequate video quality for calls in good lighting. It lacks advanced features like HDR or low-light enhancement, making it suitable only for basic video conferencing.
The battery lasts up to 10 hours with typical web browsing and video playback. Actual usage may vary based on screen brightness and background apps.
Ready to buy the MacBook Pro 13 (2017)?
From AED 1,099 on Amazon UAE and Noon.
