2022
UAE Price
AED 1,899
India Price
₹48,900
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Laptop · Samsung · 2022
The Apple MacBook Pro 15 2018 (2.6 GHz, 560X) (MacBook Pro 15 2018 Series) 512GB / 16GB is Samsung's 2022 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 i7-8850H 6c/12t 6 x 2.6 - 4.3 GHz, Coffee Lake-H chipset. At AED 1,899 in the UAE and ₹48,900 in India, it sits firmly in the mid-range tier.
The MacBook Pro 15 2018 excels with its Intel Core i7-8850H’s sustained 4.3 GHz turbo and AMD Radeon Pro 560X’s 4GB GDDR5, delivering reliable performance for light video rendering and 3D modeling. The 16GB soldered DDR4-2400 RAM handles multitasking well, and the 83Wh battery lasts up to 10 hours under moderate use. It’s built for professionals needing macOS compatibility with legacy software, like photographers using older Lightroom versions or developers on Xcode 10. Its weakness is thermals: under sustained load, the fan screams and throttling kicks in after 15 minutes. The 512GB SSD is slow by today’s standards, peaking at 1.8GB/s. In UAE at AED 1899, it’s good value because you get a durable, repairable machine with full macOS support. In India at ₹48900, it’s overpriced—new M1 Airs offer better efficiency, speed, and battery at similar cost. Buy only if you need this exact macOS version or legacy hardware.
Consider instead
MacBook Pro 15 (2019)
Apple · AED 2,299 · different brand, similar price
| Battery | 83 Wh Lithium-Polymer |
| Camera | Webcam: 720p FaceTime HD camera |
| Connections | 4 USB 3.1 Gen2, 4 Thunderbolt, 4 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm stereo jack, 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 | 15.40 inch 16:10, 2880 x 1800 pixel 221 PPI, APPA040, IPS, TrueTone, glossy: yes |
| Graphics adapter | AMD Radeon Pro 560X |
| Memory | 16 GB , DDR4-2400, soldered, up to 32 GB |
| Storage | 512 |
| Mainboard | Intel Cannon Lake HM370 |
| Additional features | Speakers: Stereo, Keyboard: Chiclet, Butterfly, Keyboard Light: yes, 87-Watt USB-C PSU, 12 Months Warranty |
| Links | Apple homepage |
| Price | 3299 Euro |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-8850H 6c/12t 6 x 2.6 - 4.3 GHz, Coffee Lake-H |
| Operating System | Apple macOS 10.13 High Sierra |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Common questions about the Galaxy Book2 15.6".
It is not recommended for most buyers in 2026 due to its age and lack of future software support. While still functional for basic tasks, newer alternatives offer better efficiency, security updates, and performance for the same price range.
The price in UAE is AED 1899. It is available through certified pre-owned retailers and select electronics marketplaces across the country.
The price in India is ₹48900. It can be found through authorized resellers and trusted second-hand electronics platforms.
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 of web browsing or video playback under typical usage. Actual life varies based on workload and display brightness.
Ready to buy the Galaxy Book2 15.6"?
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