2019
UAE Price
AED 1,899
India Price
₹48,900
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Laptop · Samsung · 2019
The Apple MacBook Pro 15 2016 (2.9 GHz, 460) (MacBook Pro 15 2016 Series) 1TB / 32GB is Samsung's 2019 laptop featuring a height x width x depth (in mm): 16 x 349 x 241 ( = 0.63 x 13.74 x 9.49 in) display, the Intel Core i7-6920HQ 4c/8t 4 x 2.9 - 3.8 GHz (Intel Core i7) 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 2016 excels with its Intel Core i7-6920HQ and AMD Radeon Pro 460 with 4GB VRAM, delivering strong sustained performance for light video editing and 3D rendering. The 16GB of 2133 MHz LPDDR3 RAM ensures smooth multitasking, while the 76Wh battery lasts up to 8 hours under moderate load. It’s built for professionals needing macOS compatibility with legacy Thunderbolt 3 peripherals and high-resolution displays. Its weakness is thermal throttling under prolonged GPU stress—the fan noise spikes, and performance drops after 15 minutes of heavy rendering. Storage speed is capped by its older PCIe 3.0 SSD, lagging behind modern NVMe drives. In UAE at AED 1899, it’s good value because you get a rare 1TB SSD and 460 GPU in a durable build at a steep discount. In India at ₹48900, it’s overpriced—newer M1 Airs offer better efficiency, longer battery, and modern ports for less.
Consider instead
MacBook Pro 15 (2019)
Apple · AED 2,299 · different brand, similar price
| Battery | 76 Wh Lithium-Polymer |
| Camera | Webcam: 720p FaceTime HD Camera |
| Connections | 4 USB 3.1 Gen2, 4 Thunderbolt, Audio Connections: Headset, Brightness Sensor |
| Networking | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Size | height x width x depth (in mm): 16 x 349 x 241 ( = 0.63 x 13.74 x 9.49 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 220 PPI, Apple APPA030, IPS, glossy: yes |
| Graphics adapter | AMD Radeon Pro 460 - 4 GB VRAM, Core: 907 MHz, RAM: 1270 MHz |
| Memory | 16 GB , 2133 MHz LPDDR3 RAM soldered |
| Storage | 1024 |
| Additional features | Speakers: Stereo Speakers, Keyboard Light: yes, 12 Months Warranty |
| Links | Apple homepage |
| Price | 4039 Euro |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-6920HQ 4c/8t 4 x 2.9 - 3.8 GHz (Intel Core i7) |
| Operating System | Apple macOS 10.12 Sierra |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Apple MacBook Pro 13 2016 (2.9 GHz) 1TB / 32GB
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Apple MacBook Pro 15 2019 i9 Vega 20 (MacBook Pro 15 2019 Series) 512GB / 24GB
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Apple MacBook Pro 13 2017 (MacBook Pro 13 2017 Series) 1TB / 36GB
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Apple MacBook Pro 15 2017 (2.8 GHz, 555) (MacBook Pro 15 2017 Series) 1TB / 24GB
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Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro (Galaxy Book6 Series) 512GB / 16GB
Common questions about the Notebook 9 Pro 15".
It is not recommended for most buyers in 2026 due to its age and lack of software support beyond macOS updates. While the 32GB RAM and 1TB storage are still useful, the outdated hardware and limited future-proofing make it a poor value compared to newer alternatives.
The price in the UAE is AED 1899. It is available through certified pre-owned retailers and second-hand marketplaces, but not through Apple's official channels.
The price in India is ₹48900. It can be found through authorized resellers and trusted second-hand platforms, though new units are no longer sold by Apple.
The camera is a 720p FaceTime HD webcam with basic low-light performance. It is adequate for video calls but lacks detail and clarity compared to modern standards.
The battery life lasts up to 10 hours with typical usage such as web browsing and document editing. Actual usage may vary based on display brightness and background applications.
Ready to buy the Notebook 9 Pro 15"?
From AED 1,899 on Amazon UAE and Noon.
