The MacBook Pro Retina 13 with Touch Bar is one of the pros' most favored choices because of a luxurious aluminum unibody of a 14.9mm thick and a weight of 1.37kg. The device is obtainable in Space Gray and Silver color options and the Retina display with a size of 13.3 inches is a great complement to the Touch Bar. It is really good on the go and one of the best for professionals due to the perfect blend of ultra-slim form and power it got.
Feature | Details |
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Dimensions | 304.1 x 212.4 x 14.9 mm |
Weight | 1.37kg |
Materials | Aluminum |
Colors | Space Gray, Silver |
The MacBook is an excellent choice for editing, coding, and streaming as its 13.3-inch Retina display has 2560 x 1600 resolution at 227 PPI, providing vivid colors and clean details. Not only does the display have high brightness (~500 nits) and the P3 color gamut support, it's also the best for creative work. Thus it is one of the most important requisites for professional artists that need to stay mobile and still have high resolution content.
Specification | Details |
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Size | 13.3 inches |
Type | Retina IPS LCD |
Resolution | 2560 x 1600, 227 PPI |
Brightness | ~500 nits |
Powered by Intel Core i5/i7 (up to 3.5GHz, Skylake/Kaby Lake), with 8GB/16GB RAM and 256GB/512GB SSD, it excels at multitasking, video editing, and coding. Running macOS Sierra (upgradable to macOS Monterey), it supports professional apps and Apple’s ecosystem. It’s a solid choice for users seeking a powerful MacBook for creative and technical work.
Test | MacBook Pro 13 Score (est.) |
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Geekbench 4 (Single-Core) | ~4500 |
Geekbench 4 (Multi-Core) | ~9000 |
The 49.2Wh battery provides up to 10 hours of web browsing or video playback, ideal for all-day work. It charges via USB-C with a 61W adapter, reaching 0–100% in ~2 hours. Its power and Touch Bar make it a top MacBook for professionals needing performance on the go.
Model | Battery Life (Web) | Real-World Test |
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MacBook Pro 13 | 10h | ~9–10h |
The MacBook Pro 13 with Touch Bar for $1499 with 256GB launched in 2016 but is a top-level device at a higher price in 2025. The renewed models are priced from $450 to $700, which is a great range for experts and students who want to experience the great power of MacBook and have a retina display and a versatile touch bar.
Configuration | Original Price | Refurbished Price (2025) |
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256GB, i5, 8GB RAM | $1499 | $450–$600 |
512GB, i7, 16GB RAM | $1799 | $550–$700 |