2018
UAE Price
AED 1,299
India Price
₹32,900
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Laptop · Samsung · 2018
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 2018 Touchbar i5 (MacBook Pro 13 2018 Series) 1TB / 16GB is Samsung's 2018 laptop featuring a height x width x depth (in mm): 14.9 x 304.1 x 212.4 ( = 0.59 x 11.97 x 8.36 in) display, the Intel Core i5-8259U 4c/8t 4 x 2.3 - 3.8 GHz, Coffee Lake-U chipset. At AED 1,299 in the UAE and ₹32,900 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The MacBook Pro 13 2018 with Intel Core i5-8259U and Intel Iris Plus 655 delivers strong multi-core performance for light creative work, thanks to its 4-core/8-thread CPU and 16GB RAM—uncommon in this size class. The 58Wh battery sustains 8–9 hours of mixed use, outlasting most Windows rivals. Its four Thunderbolt 3 ports offer unmatched peripheral flexibility. But the 8GB soldered RAM is a critical flaw: multitasking with Chrome, Photoshop, or Docker containers quickly exhausts memory, causing slowdowns. The fanless design is absent; under load, thermals throttle the CPU, limiting sustained performance. In UAE at AED 1299, it’s good value because you get a durable, macOS-ready machine with premium build and ports for under $350. In India at ₹32900, it’s overpriced—new Ryzen 5 or M1 MacBooks offer better RAM, efficiency, and performance for the same cost. Buy only if you need macOS and have no alternatives.
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| Battery | 58 Wh Lithium-Polymer |
| Camera | Webcam: 720p FaceTime HD |
| Connections | 4 USB 3.1 Gen2, 4 Thunderbolt, 4 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm stereo jack, 1 Fingerprint Reader, Brightness Sensor |
| Networking | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Size | height x width x depth (in mm): 14.9 x 304.1 x 212.4 ( = 0.59 x 11.97 x 8.36 in) |
| Weight | 1.37 kg ( = 48.33 oz / 3.02 pounds), Power Supply: 269 g ( = 9.49 oz / 0.59 pounds) |
| Display | 13.30 inch 16:10, 2560 x 1600 pixel 227 PPI, APPA03E, IPS, TrueTone, glossy: yes |
| Graphics adapter | Intel Iris Plus Graphics 655, Core: 1050 MHz |
| Memory | 8 GB , LPDDR3-2133, soldered |
| Additional features | Speakers: Stereo, Keyboard: Chiclet, Keyboard Light: yes, 61W USB-C PSU, 12 Months Warranty |
| Links | Apple homepage |
| Price | 1999 Euro |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-8259U 4c/8t 4 x 2.3 - 3.8 GHz, Coffee Lake-U |
| Operating System | Apple macOS 10.13 High Sierra |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Notebook 9 (2018) 13".
It is not recommended for most buyers in 2026 due to aging hardware and limited future software support. While still functional for basic tasks, newer alternatives offer better performance and longevity for the same price range.
The price in UAE is AED 1299. It is available through authorized resellers and certified pre-owned retailers, but not as a new unit from Apple.
The price in India is ₹32900. It is sold through certified second-hand sellers and refurbished electronics stores, as Apple no longer offers it new.
The 720p FaceTime HD camera delivers adequate video quality for calls in good lighting but struggles in low-light conditions. It supports 30fps and is suitable for basic video conferencing needs.
The battery lasts up to 10 hours of web browsing or video playback under typical usage. Actual life varies based on screen brightness and workload intensity.
Ready to buy the Notebook 9 (2018) 13"?
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