2019
UAE Price
AED 2,999
India Price
₹69,900
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Laptop · Apple · 2019
The Apple MacBook Pro 15 2019 i9 Vega 16 (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 i9-9880H 8c/16t 8 x 2.3 - 4.8 GHz, Coffee Lake-H chipset. At AED 2,999 in the UAE and ₹69,900 in India, it sits firmly in the mid-range tier.
The MacBook Pro 15 2019 with i9-9880H, Radeon Pro Vega 16 (4GB HBM2), and 32GB DDR4 excels in sustained multi-threaded workloads like 4K video rendering and 3D simulation, thanks to its 8-core CPU and dedicated GPU memory. Battery life reaches 8–9 hours under moderate use, a rarity for this class. It suits professionals running Final Cut Pro, MATLAB, or virtual machines who need macOS compatibility and 32GB RAM for heavy multitasking. Its weakness is thermal throttling: under prolonged CPU/GPU load, clocks drop by 20–30% as fans scream, limiting real-world sustained performance. The 512GB SSD is slow by today’s standards, maxing at ~2.5GB/s. In UAE at AED 2999, it’s good value because you’re paying for a rare 8-core Intel MacBook with 32GB RAM at under $800. In India at ₹69900, it’s overpriced—new M1 Pro models offer superior efficiency and performance for ₹85000, making this 2019 i9 a risky buy unless heavily discounted.
Consider instead
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| 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 |
| Networking | Broadcom 802.11ac (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.0 |
| 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 | 15.40 inch 16:10, 2880 x 1800 pixel 221 PPI, APPA040, IPS, glossy: yes |
| Graphics adapter | AMD Radeon Pro Vega 16 - 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, 91W USB-C PSU, 12 Months Warranty |
| Links | Apple homepage |
| Price | 2799 Euro |
| Processor | Intel Core i9-9880H 8c/16t 8 x 2.3 - 4.8 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 16 (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, security, and longevity.
The price in UAE is AED 2999. It is available through authorized resellers and second-hand markets, but not as a new model from Apple.
The price in India is ₹69900. It can be found through certified pre-owned retailers and online marketplaces, but is no longer sold new by Apple.
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 8 hours with typical usage such as web browsing and document editing. Heavy tasks like video rendering or gaming reduce this significantly.
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