2018
UAE Price
AED 3,099
India Price
₹74,900
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Laptop · Apple · 2018
The Apple MacBook Pro 15 2018 (2.9 GHz, Vega 20) (MacBook Pro 15 2018 Series) 1TB / 36GB is Apple's 2018 laptop featuring a height x width x depth (in mm): 15.5 x 349.3 x 240.7 ( = 0.61 x 13.75 x 9.48 in) display, the Intel Core i9-8950HK 6c/12t 6 x 2.9 - 4.8 GHz, Coffee Lake-H chipset. At AED 3,099 in the UAE and ₹74,900 in India, it sits firmly in the upper mid-range tier.
The MacBook Pro 15 2018 excels with its Intel Core i9-8950HK and AMD Radeon Pro Vega 20 with 4GB HBM2 VRAM, delivering sustained multi-threaded CPU and GPU performance for 4K video rendering and 3D modeling. The 32GB soldered DDR4 RAM ensures smooth multitasking across heavy applications. Battery life reaches up to 10 hours under moderate use, thanks to the 83Wh pack. This machine thrives for professionals running Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere, or MATLAB with large datasets. Its weakness is thermal throttling under prolonged full-load tasks—the cooling system struggles to maintain peak boost clocks, causing performance dips after 20 minutes. The 1TB SSD is fast but not PCIe 4.0. In UAE at AED 3099, it’s good value because it’s among the last pro-grade Intel/AMD hybrids with full port flexibility. In India at ₹74900, it’s overpriced—new M1 Pro laptops offer better efficiency, longer battery, and superior performance for less.
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| Battery | 83 Wh Lithium-Polymer |
| Camera | Webcam: 720p FaceTime HD Kamera |
| Connections | 4 USB 3.1 Gen2, 4 Thunderbolt, 4 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm stereo jack, 1 Fingerprint Reader, Brightness Sensor |
| Networking | Broadcom 802.11ac (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Size | height x width x depth (in mm): 15.5 x 349.3 x 240.7 ( = 0.61 x 13.75 x 9.48 in) |
| Weight | 1.83 kg ( = 64.55 oz / 4.03 pounds), Power Supply: 369 g ( = 13.02 oz / 0.81 pounds) |
| Display | 15.60 inch 16:10, 2880 x 1800 pixel 218 PPI, APPA040, IPS, TrueTone, glossy: yes |
| Graphics adapter | AMD Radeon Pro Vega 20 - 4 GB VRAM, HBM2, Enduro |
| Memory | 32 GB , DDR4-2400, soldered, up to 32 GB |
| Storage | 1024 |
| Mainboard | Intel Cannon Lake HM370 |
| Additional features | Speakers: Stereo, Keyboard: Chiclet, Butterfly, Keyboard Light: yes, 87 Watt USB-C power adapter, 12 Months Warranty |
| Links | Apple homepage |
| Price | 8349 Euro |
| Processor | Intel Core i9-8950HK 6c/12t 6 x 2.9 - 4.8 GHz, Coffee Lake-H |
| Operating System | Apple macOS 10.14 Mojave |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Common questions about the MacBook Pro 15 (2018).
It is not recommended for most buyers in 2026 due to outdated hardware and limited future software support. While still functional for basic tasks, its value is low compared to newer models offering better efficiency and longevity.
The price in UAE is AED 3099. It is available through authorized resellers and second-hand markets, but not sold new by Apple.
The price in India is ₹74900. It is only available through certified pre-owned retailers and private sellers, as Apple no longer sells this model new.
The camera is a 720p FaceTime HD webcam with standard performance for video calls. It delivers adequate image quality in good lighting but struggles in low-light conditions.
The battery lasts up to 8 hours with typical usage like web browsing and document editing. Actual life varies based on display brightness and workload intensity.
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