UAE Price
AED 1,299
India Price
₹32,900
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Laptop · Samsung · 2019
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 2016 (2.9 GHz) 512GB / 16GB is Samsung's 2019 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 1,299 in the UAE and ₹32,900 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The 2016 MacBook Pro 13 with Intel Core i5-6267U and 8GB LPDDR3 RAM delivers quiet, efficient performance for light multitasking and office apps, thanks to its 2.9GHz dual-core CPU and Iris Graphics 550 with 1000MHz core speed. Battery lasts up to 10 hours on typical use, aided by the 49.2Wh Li-Po cell. Four Thunderbolt 3 ports offer versatile connectivity, and the Touch ID sensor adds secure login. But thermal throttling kicks in after 15 minutes of sustained load, crippling CPU performance. Storage is PCIe-based but lacks modern NVMe speeds, and 8GB RAM struggles with modern browsers and multiple apps. In UAE at AED 1299, it’s good value because you get a durable, macOS-ready machine with full port access for under $350. In India at ₹32900, it’s overpriced—new Ryzen 5 laptops with 16GB RAM and SSDs cost less and outperform it significantly.
Consider instead
MacBook 12 (2016)
Apple · AED 1,599 · 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 | 512 |
| 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.
Common questions about the Notebook 9 Pro 13".
It is not recommended for most buyers in 2026 due to outdated hardware and limited future software support. While it may handle basic tasks, newer alternatives offer better performance, efficiency, and longevity for the same price range.
The price in UAE is AED 1299. It is available through certified pre-owned retailers and authorized resellers, but not as a new device from Apple.
The price in India is ₹32900. It can be found through certified pre-owned sellers and online marketplaces, but is no longer sold new by Apple.
The 720p FaceTime camera delivers adequate video quality for calls in good lighting but struggles in low-light conditions. It supports 30 fps and is suitable for basic video conferencing needs.
The battery lasts up to 10 hours with typical web browsing and video playback. Actual usage may vary based on settings and workload, and battery health degrades over time with age.
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