2019
UAE Price
AED 1,499
India Price
₹37,900
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Laptop · Samsung · 2019
The Apple MacBook Pro 15 2016 (2.9 GHz, 460) (MacBook Pro 15 2016 Series) 512GB / 16GB 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 1,499 in the UAE and ₹37,900 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The MacBook Pro 15 2016 excels with its Intel Core i7-6920HQ and AMD Radeon Pro 460 with 4GB VRAM, delivering strong multi-threaded CPU performance and dedicated graphics for light 3D rendering and video encoding. The 16GB of 2133 MHz LPDDR3 RAM ensures smooth multitasking across heavy applications. Battery life lasts up to 8 hours under moderate use, thanks to its 76Wh cell. It suits professionals running legacy Adobe apps, CAD tools, or compiling code who need macOS compatibility and a reliable keyboard. Its weakness is thermal throttling under sustained loads—the fan runs loudly and performance drops after 15 minutes of GPU-intensive work. Storage is SATA-based, not NVMe, limiting file transfer speeds. In UAE at AED 1499, it’s good value because you get a full-size Pro with discrete graphics at a fraction of new prices. In India at ₹37900, it’s overpriced—newer Ryzen or M1 laptops offer better efficiency and performance for similar cost.
Consider instead
MacBook Pro 15 (2017)
Apple · AED 1,799 · 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 | 512 |
| 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 2017 (MacBook Pro 13 2017 Series) 512GB / 24GB
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Apple MacBook Pro 13 Late 2020 M1 Entry (8 / 256 GB) 256GB / 16GB
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Apple MacBook Pro 15 2018 (2.9 GHz, Vega 20) (MacBook Pro 15 2018 Series) 1TB / 32GB
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Apple MacBook Pro 15 2018 (2.9 GHz, Vega 20) (MacBook Pro 15 2018 Series) 512GB / 16GB
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Apple MacBook Pro 13 2017 (MacBook Pro 13 2017 Series) 1TB / 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 future software support. While it may still handle basic tasks, newer alternatives offer better performance, efficiency, and longer-term usability.
The price in UAE is AED 1499. It is available through authorized resellers and certified pre-owned retailers in the region.
The price in India is ₹37900. It can be found through certified second-hand sellers and electronics marketplaces across major cities.
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 life lasts up to 10 hours with typical usage such as web browsing and document editing. Actual usage may vary based on settings and workload.
Ready to buy the Notebook 9 Pro 15"?
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