2019
UAE Price
AED 2,299
India Price
₹49,900
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Laptop · Apple · 2019
The Apple MacBook Pro 15 2019 i9 Vega 20 (MacBook Pro 15 2019 Series) 512GB / 24GB is Apple's 2019 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 i9-9980HK 8c/16t 8 x 2.4 - 5 GHz, Coffee Lake-H chipset. At AED 2,299 in the UAE and ₹49,900 in India, it sits firmly in the mid-range tier.
The MacBook Pro 15 2019 with i9-9980HK, Vega 20 (4GB HBM2), and 32GB DDR4 delivers exceptional sustained multi-core performance for rendering, compiling, and 4K video workflows. Its 83Wh battery lasts up to 10 hours under moderate load, rare for an 8-core Intel laptop. The 4 Thunderbolt 3 ports support dual 5K displays and fast storage expansion. But thermals throttle the i9 under prolonged full load, dropping clocks by 30% after 15 minutes. Weight is 1.83kg — heavy for daily carry. Storage is 512GB PCIe SSD, fast but insufficient for media professionals. In UAE at AED 2299, it’s good value because you get a rare 8-core Intel MacBook with professional GPU and 32GB RAM at half its original price. In India at ₹49900, it’s overpriced; newer M1 Pro models offer superior efficiency and performance for similar cost, making this Intel relic a risky buy despite its raw power.
Consider instead
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Samsung · AED 1,699 · different brand, similar price
| Battery | 83 Wh Lithium-Polymer |
| Camera | Webcam: Facetime HD |
| Connections | 4 USB 3.1 Gen2, 4 Thunderbolt, 4 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm Stereo, 1 Fingerprint Reader, Brightness Sensor |
| Networking | Broadcom 802.11ac (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.2 |
| 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 | 15.40 inch 16:10, 2880 x 1800 pixel 221 PPI, APPA040, IPS, glossy: yes |
| Graphics adapter | AMD Radeon Pro Vega 20 - 4 GB VRAM, HBM2 |
| Memory | 32 GB , DDR4-2400, Dual-Channel, soldered |
| Storage | 512 |
| Mainboard | Intel Cannon Lake Z390 (Cannon Lake-H) |
| Soundcard | Apple Audio Device |
| Additional features | Speakers: Stereo, Keyboard: Butterfly v3, Chiclet, Keyboard Light: yes, 91-Watt-PSU USB-C, 12 Months Warranty |
| Links | Apple homepage |
| Price | 3499 Euro |
| Processor | Intel Core i9-9980HK 8c/16t 8 x 2.4 - 5 GHz, Coffee Lake-H |
| Operating System | Apple macOS 10.15 Catalina |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Common questions about the MacBook Pro 15 (2019).
It is not recommended for most buyers in 2026 due to outdated hardware and limited future software support. While still functional for basic tasks, newer models offer better efficiency, performance, and longevity.
The price in UAE is AED 2299. It is available through authorized resellers and second-hand markets, but not as a new model from Apple.
The price in India is ₹49900. It can be found through certified pre-owned sellers and online marketplaces, but is no longer sold new by Apple.
The camera is a 720p FaceTime HD webcam with decent low-light performance for its time. It supports 30fps video calls and is adequate for basic video conferencing.
The battery lasts up to 8 hours of web browsing or video playback under typical usage. Actual life varies based on workload and display brightness.
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