UAE Price
AED 3,799
India Price
₹94,900
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Laptop · Apple · 2020
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 Late 2020 M1 Entry (8 / 256 GB) 1TB / 36GB is Apple's 2020 laptop featuring a height x width x depth (in mm): 15.6 x 304.1 x 212.4 ( = 0.61 x 11.97 x 8.36 in) display, the Apple M1 8c/8t 8 x 2.1 - 3.2 GHz chipset. At AED 3,799 in the UAE and ₹94,900 in India, it sits firmly in the upper mid-range tier.
The MacBook Pro 13 Late 2020 M1 (8c/8t, 8GB RAM, 1TB SSD) excels in sustained CPU performance and battery life—delivering up to 17 hours of video playback on its 58.2Wh battery, thanks to the M1’s 5nm efficiency. The 8-core GPU handles light video editing and design tasks smoothly, while the 1TB SSD offers fast read/write speeds unmatched by many competitors. It’s built for coders, writers, and remote workers who need all-day reliability without fan noise. Its weakness is the fixed 8GB RAM—insufficient for heavy multitasking, virtual machines, or large-scale photo editing. The single 3.5mm audio jack and lack of HDMI are outdated. In UAE at AED 3799, it’s good value because no other ultraportable offers this blend of battery life, performance, and build in this price range. In India at ₹94900, it’s overpriced—local competitors like the Dell XPS 13 or Lenovo ThinkPad E14 offer more RAM, better ports, and similar performance for less.
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| Battery | 58.2 Wh Lithium-Ion |
| Camera | Webcam: FaceTime HDPrimary Camera: 0.9 MPix |
| Connections | 2 USB 3.1 Gen2, 2 Thunderbolt, USB-C Power Delivery (PD), 1 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: 3.5mm Headset, 1 Fingerprint Reader, Brightness Sensor |
| Networking | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/ax = Wi-Fi 6/), Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Size | height x width x depth (in mm): 15.6 x 304.1 x 212.4 ( = 0.61 x 11.97 x 8.36 in) |
| Weight | 1.374 kg ( = 48.47 oz / 3.03 pounds), Power Supply: 275 g ( = 9.7 oz / 0.61 pounds) |
| Display | 13.30 inch 16:10, 2560 x 1600 pixel 227 PPI, IPS, glossy: yes, 60 Hz |
| Graphics adapter | Apple M1 8-Core GPU |
| Memory | 8 GB , LPDDR4X-4266 |
| Storage | 1024 |
| Additional features | Speakers: Stereo, Keyboard: Magic Keyboard, Keyboard Light: yes, 61W PSU, 12 Months Warranty |
| Links | Apple homepage |
| Price | 1449 Euro |
| Processor | Apple M1 8c/8t 8 x 2.1 - 3.2 GHz |
| Operating System | Apple macOS 11 Big Sur |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Common questions about the MacBook Pro 13 (2020).
It is not recommended for purchase in 2026 as it lacks future software support and has limited RAM for demanding tasks. The entry configuration is outdated compared to newer models offering better value and longevity.
The price in UAE is AED 3799. It is available through authorized Apple resellers and select electronics retailers across the country.
The price in India is ₹94900. It can be purchased through Apple's official website and authorized dealers in major cities.
The 720p FaceTime camera delivers decent video quality in good lighting but struggles in low-light conditions. It supports HD video calls with minimal noise reduction.
The battery lasts up to 17 hours of video playback. It provides all-day usage for typical tasks like web browsing and document editing.
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