2018
UAE Price
AED 1,999
India Price
₹49,900
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Laptop · Apple · 2018
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 2018 Touchbar i5 (MacBook Pro 13 2018 Series) 1TB / 24GB is Apple's 2018 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 i5-8259U 4c/8t 4 x 2.3 - 3.8 GHz, Coffee Lake-U chipset. At AED 1,999 in the UAE and ₹49,900 in India, it sits firmly in the mid-range tier.
The MacBook Pro 13 2018 with i5-8259U and Iris Plus 655 delivers strong sustained CPU performance for light creative work, thanks to its 4-core/8-thread architecture and 58Wh battery lasting up to 10 hours on light tasks. With 24GB RAM and 1TB SSD, it handles multitasking and large files smoothly. The four Thunderbolt 3 ports offer exceptional connectivity, and the Touch Bar adds unique workflow shortcuts. However, the soldered 8GB RAM is a critical flaw—upgrades are impossible, and modern apps increasingly strain this limit. Thermal throttling occurs under prolonged loads, limiting sustained GPU or CPU performance. In UAE at AED 1999, it’s good value because you get a premium build, reliable macOS, and fast storage at a steep discount from original price. In India at ₹49900, it’s overpriced—similar-spec Intel laptops offer more RAM, better thermals, and newer Wi-Fi 6 for less. Only buy if you need macOS compatibility and can accept its aging limits.
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| Battery | 58 Wh Lithium-Polymer |
| Camera | Webcam: 720p FaceTime HD |
| Connections | 4 USB 3.1 Gen2, 4 Thunderbolt, 4 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm stereo jack, 1 Fingerprint Reader, Brightness Sensor |
| Networking | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 5.0 |
| 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), Power Supply: 269 g ( = 9.49 oz / 0.59 pounds) |
| Display | 13.30 inch 16:10, 2560 x 1600 pixel 227 PPI, APPA03E, IPS, TrueTone, glossy: yes |
| Graphics adapter | Intel Iris Plus Graphics 655, Core: 1050 MHz |
| Memory | 8 GB , LPDDR3-2133, soldered |
| Additional features | Speakers: Stereo, Keyboard: Chiclet, Keyboard Light: yes, 61W USB-C PSU, 12 Months Warranty |
| Links | Apple homepage |
| Price | 1999 Euro |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-8259U 4c/8t 4 x 2.3 - 3.8 GHz, Coffee Lake-U |
| Operating System | Apple macOS 10.13 High Sierra |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the MacBook Pro 13 (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 models offer better efficiency, performance, and longevity for the same price range.
The price in UAE is AED 1999. It is available through authorized resellers and certified pre-owned retailers, but not as a new unit from Apple.
The price in India is ₹49900. It is sold through certified second-hand sellers and refurbished outlets, as Apple no longer offers this model new.
The camera is a 720p FaceTime HD webcam with decent performance in good lighting. It is adequate for video calls but lacks detail and low-light capability compared to newer models.
The battery lasts up to 10 hours with typical web browsing and video playback. Actual usage may vary based on display brightness and workload intensity.
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