2015
UAE Price
AED 1,299
India Price
₹29,900
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Laptop · Apple · 2015
The Apple MacBook Pro Retina 15 inch 2015-05 (MacBook Pro 15 inch Series) 1TB / 24GB is Apple's 2015 laptop featuring a height x width x depth (in mm): 18 x 358.9 x 247.1 ( = 0.71 x 14.13 x 9.73 in) display, the Intel Core i7-4870HQ 4c/8t 4 x 2.5 - 3.7 GHz (Intel Core i7) chipset. At AED 1,299 in the UAE and ₹29,900 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The 2015 MacBook Pro 15-inch with Intel Core i7-4870HQ, 16GB DDR3L-1600 RAM, and AMD Radeon R9 M370X with 2GB GDDR5 VRAM delivers strong sustained multi-core performance for legacy creative workflows. Its 100Wh battery lasts up to 8 hours under moderate use, outlasting most contemporaries. The 1TB SSD offers fast file access, and dual Thunderbolt ports enable high-speed external storage or displays. However, thermals throttle the CPU under prolonged loads, reducing sustained clock speeds below 3.7GHz. The single HDMI and outdated Wi-Fi 4 limit modern connectivity. In UAE at AED 1299, it’s good value because you get a rare 15-inch Retina display, 1TB SSD, and professional-grade ports for under $350. In India at ₹29900, it’s overpriced—local competitors offer newer Ryzen 7 or Intel i7-11th gen with 32GB RAM and Wi-Fi 6 for similar cost, making this 2015 relic a risky buy despite its build quality.
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| Battery | 100 Wh Lithium-Polymer |
| Camera | Webcam: 720p FaceTime HD cameraPrimary Camera: 1 MPix |
| Connections | 2 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 2 Thunderbolt, 1 HDMI, 2 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: Headset port (3.5 mm stereo jack), Card Reader: SD, Brightness Sensor |
| Networking | Broadcom BCM94360CS (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.0 |
| Size | height x width x depth (in mm): 18 x 358.9 x 247.1 ( = 0.71 x 14.13 x 9.73 in) |
| Weight | 2.04 kg ( = 71.96 oz / 4.5 pounds), Power Supply: 320 g ( = 11.29 oz / 0.71 pounds) |
| Display | 15.40 inch 16:10, 2880 x 1800 pixel 221 PPI, APPA02E, IPS panel, LED backlight, glossy: yes |
| Graphics adapter | AMD Radeon R9 M370X - 2048 MB VRAM, Core: 800 MHz, RAM: 4500 MHz, GDDR5, 14.502.1020.0, Enduro (nur OS X) |
| Memory | 16 GB , Dual-Channel DDR3L-1600, soldered |
| Storage | 1024 |
| Mainboard | Intel HM87 (Lynx Point) |
| Soundcard | Intel Lynx Point PCH - High Definition Audio Controller |
| Additional features | Speakers: Stereo, Keyboard: Chiclet, Keyboard Light: yes, 85-Watt PSU, 12 Months Warranty |
| Links | Apple homepage |
| Price | 2799 Euro |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-4870HQ 4c/8t 4 x 2.5 - 3.7 GHz (Intel Core i7) |
| Operating System | Apple OS X 10.10 Yosemite |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Common questions about the MacBook Pro 15 (2015).
It is not recommended for most buyers in 2026 due to outdated hardware and limited software support. While the build quality is solid, newer alternatives offer better performance, efficiency, and long-term usability at similar price points.
The price in UAE is AED 1299. This model is only available through second-hand or refurbished sellers, as it is no longer sold new by Apple or authorized retailers.
The price in India is ₹29900. This model is only available through used or refurbished markets, as it is no longer sold new by Apple or authorized dealers in India.
The camera is a 720p FaceTime HD webcam with basic low-light performance. It is adequate for video calls but lacks detail and clarity compared to modern laptop cameras.
The battery lasts up to 8 hours with typical usage like web browsing and document editing. Battery health degrades over time, so actual runtime in used units may be significantly less.
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