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Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 13" vs Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 15"

Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 13"
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 15"

Why is Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 13" better than Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 15"?

  • 3 hours longer battery life
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    12 hoursvs9 hours
  • 460 g lighter
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    1.58kgvs2.04kg
  • 266 MHz higher RAM speed
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    1866 MHzvs1600 MHz
  • Has sleep-and-charge USB ports
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  • 8 nm smaller semiconductor size
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    14 nmvs22 nm
  • 22.46% less body volume
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    1237.79 cm³vs1596.32 cm³
  • Has a VGA connector
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  • 44.9 mm narrower
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    314 mmvs358.9 mm

Why is Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 15" better than Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 13"?

  • 8GB more RAM memory
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    16GBvs8GB
  • 26.56% higher resolution
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    2880 x 1800 pxvs2560 x 1600 px
  • Uses a fanless design
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  • 15.79% bigger screen size
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    15.4"vs13.3"
  • 1.52x faster CPU speed
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    4 x 2.2 GHzvs2 x 2.9 GHz
  • 16GB larger maximum memory amount
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    32GBvs16GB
  • 4 threads more CPU threads
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    8 threadsvs4 threads

Which are the most popular comparisons?

User reviews

Overall rating

Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 13"
0 User reviews
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 13"
0 User reviews
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 15"
7.5
2 User reviews
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 15"
7.5/10
2 User reviews

Features

Build quality

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8.5/10
2 votes

Portability

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8.0/10
2 votes

Battery life

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7.0/10
2 votes

Performance

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7.0/10
2 votes

Keyboard & trackpad

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7.0/10
2 votes

Comments

Альбина

Альбина

1 year ago

10 / 10

Review for MacBook Pro 13 2015

Альбина

Альбина

1 year ago

10 / 10

I have been using it for a long time and it has never let me down. It always worked like clockwork and pleased me with its responsiveness and quick response.

Pros

  • Too many to list

Cons

  • None observed
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Design

Type

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The type of laptop.
weight

1.58kg

2.04kg

We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
Uses a fanless design
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 13"
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 15"
By using power-efficient components that don't produce large amounts of heat, it's possible to create a device with no cooling fans. This results in a much quieter (or even silent) operation.
Has a backlit keyboard
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 13"
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 15"
The keyboard is backlit, making it easier to type in the dark or dim lighting.
warranty period

1 years

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When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Note: This may vary by region.
volume

1237.79 cm³

1596.32 cm³

Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.
width

314 mm

358.9 mm

The width represents the horizontal dimension of the product.
height

219 mm

247.1 mm

The height represents the vertical dimension of the product.
thickness

18 mm

18 mm

The thickness (or depth) of the product.

Display

screen size

13.3"

15.4"

The size of the screen (measured diagonally).
resolution

2560 x 1600 px

2880 x 1800 px

Resolution is an essential indicator of a screen's image quality, representing the maximum amount of pixels that can be shown on the screen. The resolution is given as a compound value, comprised of horizontal and vertical pixels.
pixel density

227 ppi

220 ppi

Pixel density is a measurement of a screen's resolution, expressed as the number of pixels per inch (PPI) on the screen. A higher pixel density translates into more clarity and sharpness for the images rendered on the screen, thus improving the quality of the viewing experience.
Display type

IPS, LCD, LED-backlit

IPS, LCD, LED-backlit

The type of technology used in the display.
has a touch screen
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 13"
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 15"
You can operate the device easily, by pressing the screen with your fingers.
brightness (typical)

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A nit is a measurement of the light that a display emits, equal to one candela per square meter. Brighter displays ensure a screen's contents are easy to read, even in sunny conditions.
refresh rate

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The frequency at which the display is refreshed (1 Hz = once per second). A higher refresh rate results in smoother UI animations and video playback.
contrast ratio

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Contrast ratio is the visual distance between the lightest and the darkest colors that may be reproduced on the display. A high contrast ratio is desired, resulting in richer dark colors and more distinctive color gradation.
has anti-reflection coating
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 13"
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 15"
This helps to reduce the reflection from your device.

Performance

RAM

8GB

16GB

Random-access memory (RAM) is a form of memory used to store working data and machine code. Having more RAM is particularly useful for multitasking, allowing you to run more programs at once or have more tabs open in your browser.
RAM speed

1866 MHz

1600 MHz

It can support faster memory, which will give quicker system performance.
Uses flash storage
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 13"
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 15"
Flash-based storage devices such as SSDs have no mechanical components. Due to this, they are typically faster, run silently, and are more shock resistant than traditional HDDs.
internal storage

1000GB

1000GB

The internal storage refers to the built-in storage space available in a device for system data, apps, and user-generated data. With a large amount of internal storage, you can save more files and apps on your device.
CPU speed

2 x 2.9 GHz

4 x 2.2 GHz

The CPU speed indicates how many processing cycles per second can be executed by a CPU, considering all of its cores (processing units). It is calculated by adding the clock rates of each core or, in the case of multi-core processors employing different microarchitectures, of each group of cores.
CPU threads

4 threads

8 threads

More threads result in faster performance and better multitasking.
VRAM

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VRAM (video RAM) is the dedicated memory of a graphics card. More VRAM generally allows you to run games at higher settings, especially for things like texture resolution.
Is an NVMe SSD
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 13"
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 15"
NVMe SSDs use the PCIe interface, which has a higher bandwidth than the SATA interface. This results in much faster read/write speeds compared to SSDs which use the SATA interface.
GPU clock speed

300 MHz

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The clock speed of the graphics processing unit (GPU).

Benchmarks

Geekbench 5 result (multi)

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Geekbench 5 is a cross-platform benchmark that measures a processor's multi-core performance. (Source: Primate Labs, 2024)
Geekbench 5 result (single)

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Geekbench 5 is a cross-platform benchmark that measures a processor's single-core performance. (Source: Primate Labs, 2024)
PassMark result

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This benchmark measures the performance of the CPU using multiple threads.
PassMark result (single)

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This benchmark measures the performance of the CPU using a single thread.
Cinebench R20 (multi) result

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Cinebench R20 is a benchmark tool that measures a CPU's multi-core performance by rendering a 3D scene.
Cinebench R20 (single) result

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Cinebench R20 is a benchmark tool that measures a CPU's single-core performance by rendering a 3D scene.

Connectivity

USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (USB-C)

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USB 3.2 Gen 2 supports speeds of up to 10Gbps. It was formerly known as USB 3.1 Gen 2. These ports use the USB-C connector.
USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (USB-A)

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USB 3.2 Gen 2 supports speeds of up to 10Gbps. It was formerly known as USB 3.1 Gen 2. These ports use the older USB-A connector.
USB 4 20Gbps ports

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This version of USB 4 supports speeds of up to 20Gbps. Unlike USB 3.2, USB 4 can dynamically allocate bandwidth to video and data. These ports use the USB-C connector.
USB 4 40Gbps ports

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This version of USB 4 supports very high speeds of up to 40Gbps. Unlike USB 3.2, USB 4 can dynamically allocate bandwidth to video and data. These ports use the USB-C connector.
Thunderbolt 3 ports

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The number of USB ports that are compatible with Thunderbolt 3. These ports support speeds of up to 40Gbps, including a minimum of PCIe 16Gbps. This guarantees that it can support one external 4K display.
Thunderbolt 4 ports

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The number of USB ports that are compatible with Thunderbolt 4. These ports support speeds of up to 40Gbps, including a minimum of PCIe 32Gbps. This guarantees that it can support two external 4K displays (or one external 8K display).
USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (USB-C)

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USB 3.2 Gen 1 supports speeds of up to 5Gbps. It was formerly known as USB 3.1 Gen 1 and USB 3.0. These ports use the USB-C connector.
USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (USB-A)

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USB 3.2 Gen 1 supports speeds of up to 5Gbps. It was formerly known as USB 3.1 Gen 1 and USB 3.0. These ports use the older USB-A connector.
has an HDMI output
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 13"
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 15"
Devices with a HDMI or mini HDMI port can transfer high definition video and audio to a display.

Battery

Battery life

12 hours

9 hours

The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.
charge time

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The time it takes to fully charge the battery.
battery power

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6600 mAh

Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
Has sleep-and-charge USB ports
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 13"
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 15"
Sleep-and-charge USB ports can charge electronic devices when the laptop is in sleep mode, hibernate mode, or even switched off.
Has a MagSafe power adapter
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 13"
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 15"
The MagSafe power adapter uses a power connector that is attached magnetically. When pulled or tugged, the connector will come out of the socket safely.
battery size

74.9 Wh

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Batteries with more watt-hours are larger and tend to last longer.

Features

has stereo speakers
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 13"
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 15"
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 13"
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 15"
With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
The number of megapixels determines the resolution of the images captured with the front camera. A higher megapixel count means that the front camera is capable of capturing more details, an essential factor for taking high-resolution selfies.
has Dolby Atmos
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 13"
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 15"
Dolby Atmos is a surround sound technology that allows sounds to be interpreted as three-dimensional objects. By doing so, Dolby Atmos allows for immersive, 360-degree sound.
Stylus included
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 13"
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 15"
A stylus is a pen-like accessory that allows you to interact with the touchscreen with greater precision, and is particularly useful for drawing and writing.
Has a fingerprint scanner
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 13"
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 15"
The device has a fingerprint scanner which identifies the user.
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
Uses 3D facial recognition
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 13"
Apple MacBook Pro (2015) 15"
3D facial recognition systems, like Apple's Face ID, provide secure biometric authentication for unlocking devices and authorizing mobile payments.
video recording (main camera)

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The maximum resolution available for videos shot with the main camera. Although it may be possible to choose among other frame rates, those recordings usually have lower resolutions.

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