2018
UAE Price
AED 1,599
India Price
₹40,900
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Laptop · Samsung · 2018
The Apple MacBook Pro 15 2018 (2.9 GHz, Vega 20) (MacBook Pro 15 2018 Series) 1TB / 32GB is Samsung's 2018 laptop featuring a height x width x depth (in mm): 15.5 x 349.3 x 240.7 ( = 0.61 x 13.75 x 9.48 in) display, the Intel Core i9-8950HK 6c/12t 6 x 2.9 - 4.8 GHz, Coffee Lake-H chipset. At AED 1,599 in the UAE and ₹40,900 in India, it sits firmly in the mid-range tier.
The MacBook Pro 15 2018 excels with its Intel Core i9-8950HK and AMD Radeon Pro Vega 20 with 4GB HBM2 VRAM, delivering sustained multi-core CPU and GPU throughput for 4K video rendering and 3D modeling. The 32GB soldered DDR4 RAM ensures smooth multitasking across heavy applications. Battery life reaches 8–9 hours under moderate use, thanks to the 83Wh pack. This machine is for professionals running Final Cut Pro, MATLAB, or virtual machines who need macOS compatibility and Thunderbolt 3’s 40Gbps bandwidth. Its weakness is thermals: under sustained load, the fan noise spikes and CPU throttles after 15–20 minutes. Weight at 1.83kg and no HDMI/USB-A ports add friction. In UAE at AED 1599, it’s good value because you’re paying for a rare, fully loaded 2018 pro machine at near-clearance pricing. In India at ₹40900, it’s overpriced—new Ryzen 7 or Core i7 laptops with better cooling and newer ports offer more for less.
Consider instead
MacBook Pro 15 (2017)
Apple · AED 1,799 · different brand, similar price
| Battery | 83 Wh Lithium-Polymer |
| Camera | Webcam: 720p FaceTime HD Kamera |
| Connections | 4 USB 3.1 Gen2, 4 Thunderbolt, 4 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm stereo jack, 1 Fingerprint Reader, Brightness Sensor |
| Networking | Broadcom 802.11ac (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Size | height x width x depth (in mm): 15.5 x 349.3 x 240.7 ( = 0.61 x 13.75 x 9.48 in) |
| Weight | 1.83 kg ( = 64.55 oz / 4.03 pounds), Power Supply: 369 g ( = 13.02 oz / 0.81 pounds) |
| Display | 15.60 inch 16:10, 2880 x 1800 pixel 218 PPI, APPA040, IPS, TrueTone, glossy: yes |
| Graphics adapter | AMD Radeon Pro Vega 20 - 4 GB VRAM, HBM2, Enduro |
| Memory | 32 GB , DDR4-2400, soldered, up to 32 GB |
| Storage | 1024 |
| Mainboard | Intel Cannon Lake HM370 |
| Additional features | Speakers: Stereo, Keyboard: Chiclet, Butterfly, Keyboard Light: yes, 87 Watt USB-C power adapter, 12 Months Warranty |
| Links | Apple homepage |
| Price | 8349 Euro |
| Processor | Intel Core i9-8950HK 6c/12t 6 x 2.9 - 4.8 GHz, Coffee Lake-H |
| Operating System | Apple macOS 10.14 Mojave |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Common questions about the Notebook 9 Pro (2018).
It is not recommended for most buyers in 2026 due to its age and lack of future software support. While the 32GB RAM and 1TB storage remain useful, the outdated hardware and limited macOS updates make it a poor long-term investment.
The price in UAE is AED 1599. It is available through authorized resellers and second-hand markets, but new units are no longer sold by Apple.
The price in India is ₹40900. It can be found through certified pre-owned retailers and online marketplaces, but Apple no longer sells this model new.
The camera is a 720p FaceTime HD webcam with basic low-light performance. It is adequate for video calls but lacks modern enhancements like HDR or improved noise reduction.
The battery lasts up to 8 hours with typical usage such as web browsing and document editing. Battery health degrades over time, so actual life depends on usage and age.
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