UAE Price
AED 899
India Price
₹22,900
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Laptop · Samsung · 2016
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 2016 (2.9 GHz) 1TB / 16GB is Samsung's 2016 laptop featuring a height x width x depth (in mm): 15 x 304 x 212 ( = 0.59 x 11.97 x 8.35 in) display, the Intel Core i5-6267U 2c/4t 2 x 2.9 - 3.3 GHz, Skylake chipset. At AED 899 in the UAE and ₹22,900 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The 2016 MacBook Pro 13 with Intel Core i5-6267U and 16GB RAM delivers reliable multi-threaded performance for light coding, document work, and media playback, thanks to its 4-thread Skylake CPU and 1000MHz Iris Graphics 550. The 49.2Wh battery sustains 7–8 hours under moderate use, and the four Thunderbolt 3 ports offer versatile connectivity. Fingerprint reader and macOS 10.12 add security and workflow efficiency. But the 8GB RAM configuration in this unit is a critical flaw—modern apps and browser tabs will choke, and LPDDR3-2133 memory limits multitasking. Storage speed is also slow by today’s SSD standards. In UAE at AED 899, it’s good value because you get a durable, well-built machine with full macOS support for basic tasks. In India at ₹22900, it’s overpriced—same specs are available new in Windows laptops with 16GB RAM and NVMe SSDs for less. Only buy if you need macOS legacy support and can upgrade RAM.
Consider instead
MacBook Air 13 (2017)
Apple · AED 899 · different brand, similar price
| Battery | 49.2 Wh Lithium-Polymer |
| Camera | Webcam: 720p FaceTime HD |
| Connections | 4 USB 3.1 Gen2, 4 Thunderbolt, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm Headset, 1 Fingerprint Reader |
| Networking | Broadcom BCM15700A2 802.11ac (ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Size | height x width x depth (in mm): 15 x 304 x 212 ( = 0.59 x 11.97 x 8.35 in) |
| Weight | 1.358 kg ( = 47.9 oz / 2.99 pounds), Power Supply: 269 g ( = 9.49 oz / 0.59 pounds) |
| Display | 13.30 inch 16:10, 2560 x 1600 pixel 227 PPI, APPA033, glossy: yes |
| Graphics adapter | Intel Iris Graphics 550, Core: 1000 MHz, RAM: 1067 MHz, 4542 |
| Memory | 8 GB , LPDDR3-2133 |
| Storage | 1024 |
| Mainboard | Intel Skylake-U Premium PCH |
| Soundcard | Cirrus Logic CS8409 |
| Additional features | Speakers: Stereo speakers, Keyboard: Chiclet (Butterfly v2), Keyboard Light: yes, 61-Watt USB-C power adapter, USB-C cable (2m), 12 Months Warranty |
| Links | Apple homepage |
| Price | 1999 Euro |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-6267U 2c/4t 2 x 2.9 - 3.3 GHz, Skylake |
| Operating System | Apple macOS 10.12 Sierra |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Apple MacBook 12 (Early 2015) 1.1 GHz 512GB / 16GB
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Apple MacBook Pro 13 2017 (MacBook Pro 13 2017 Series) 1TB / 16GB
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Apple MacBook Pro Retina 15 inch 2015-05 (MacBook Pro 15 inch Series) 512GB / 24GB
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Apple MacBook Pro 15 2016 (2.9 GHz, 460) (MacBook Pro 15 2016 Series) 1TB / 32GB
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Apple MacBook Pro 15 2018 (2.9 GHz, Vega 20) (MacBook Pro 15 2018 Series) 256GB / 16GB
Common questions about the Notebook 9 (2016) 13".
It is not recommended for most buyers in 2026 due to outdated hardware and limited future software support. While the build quality remains solid, newer alternatives offer better performance and longer usability at similar price points.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 2016 (2.9 GHz) 1TB / 16GB is available in the UAE for AED 899. It is typically sold as a refurbished or used unit through authorized resellers and online marketplaces.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 2016 (2.9 GHz) 1TB / 16GB is priced at ₹22900 in India. It is available through certified pre-owned retailers and online platforms as a used or refurbished model.
The camera is a 720p FaceTime HD webcam with basic performance suitable for video calls in good lighting. It lacks advanced features like low-light optimization or 4K recording, making it adequate but not exceptional.
The battery life lasts up to 10 hours with typical web browsing and video playback. Actual usage may vary based on screen brightness and workload, with heavy tasks reducing runtime significantly.
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