2017
UAE Price
AED 1,799
India Price
₹44,900
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Laptop · Apple · 2017
The Apple MacBook Pro 15 2017 (2.8 GHz, 555) (MacBook Pro 15 2017 Series) 1TB / 24GB is Apple's 2017 laptop featuring a height x width x depth (in mm): 16 x 349 x 241 ( = 0.63 x 13.74 x 9.49 in) display, the Intel Core i7-7700HQ 4c/8t 4 x 2.8 - 3.8 GHz, Kaby Lake chipset. At AED 1,799 in the UAE and ₹44,900 in India, it sits firmly in the mid-range tier.
The MacBook Pro 15 2017 excels with its Intel Core i7-7700HQ and AMD Radeon Pro 555 (2GB GDDR5), delivering strong multi-core CPU performance and dedicated graphics for light 3D rendering and photo editing. With 16GB LPDDR3-2133 RAM and a 76Wh battery, it sustains 7–8 hours under moderate load. The four Thunderbolt 3 ports offer versatile connectivity, and the fingerprint reader adds quick login. Its weakness is thermal throttling under sustained workloads—the 555 GPU and quad-core CPU degrade performance after 15–20 minutes of heavy use. Storage is a slow 256GB SSD, not the 1TB claimed in the listing, a critical misrepresentation. In UAE at AED 1799, it’s overpriced because newer M1 Airs offer better efficiency and storage at similar cost. In India at ₹44900, it’s not recommended—local competitors like the Dell XPS 15 or Lenovo Legion offer faster SSDs, better cooling, and newer CPUs for less. This is a relic with misleading specs.
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| Battery | 76 Wh Lithium-Polymer |
| Camera | Webcam: 720p FaceTime HD Kamera |
| Connections | 4 USB 3.1 Gen2, 4 Thunderbolt, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm Audio, 1 Fingerprint Reader, Brightness Sensor |
| Networking | Broadcom BCM15700A2 802.11ac (ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Size | height x width x depth (in mm): 16 x 349 x 241 ( = 0.63 x 13.74 x 9.49 in) |
| Weight | 1.83 kg ( = 64.55 oz / 4.03 pounds), Power Supply: 369 g ( = 13.02 oz / 0.81 pounds) |
| Display | 15.40 inch 16:10, 2880 x 1800 pixel 221 PPI, APPA031, IPS, glossy: yes |
| Graphics adapter | AMD Radeon Pro 555 - 2048 MB VRAM, GDDR5, 17.1 |
| Memory | 16 GB , LPDDR3-2133, Dual-Channel |
| Storage | Apple SSD SM0256L |
| Mainboard | Intel Sunrise Point, Intel Kaby Lake-H |
| Soundcard | Cirrus Logic CS42L63A @ Intel Sunrise Point PCH |
| Additional features | Speakers: Stereo, Keyboard: Chiclet, Keyboard Light: yes, 87 watt USB-C PSU, USB-C cable, 12 Months Warranty |
| Links | Apple homepage |
| Price | 2799 Euro |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-7700HQ 4c/8t 4 x 2.8 - 3.8 GHz, Kaby Lake |
| Operating System | Apple OS X 10.11 El Capitan |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Apple MacBook Pro 13 2016 (2.9 GHz) 1TB / 36GB
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Apple MacBook Pro 15 2016 (2.7 GHz, 455) (MacBook Pro 15 2016 Series) 1TB / 24GB
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Apple MacBook Pro 13 2019 2TB3 (MacBook Pro 13 2019 Series) 256GB / 16GB
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Apple MacBook Pro 15 2016 (2.7 GHz, 455) (MacBook Pro 15 2016 Series) 1TB / 36GB
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Apple MacBook Pro 13 2017 (MacBook Pro 13 2017 Series) 1TB / 36GB
Common questions about the MacBook Pro 15 (2017).
It is not recommended for most buyers in 2026 due to its age and lack of software support beyond macOS updates. While still functional for basic tasks, newer alternatives offer better efficiency, security, and longevity for the same price range.
The price in UAE is AED 1799. It is available through authorized resellers and certified pre-owned retailers, but not through Apple's official UAE store.
The price in India is ₹44900. It is sold through certified second-hand sellers and electronics marketplaces, but not available as new from Apple India.
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 use like web browsing and document editing. Actual life varies with screen brightness and workload, and capacity degrades over time due to age.
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