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Here’s a detailed comparison table for the Apple MacBook Pro 2017 vs. MacBook Pro 2018:
| Feature | MacBook Pro (2017) | MacBook Pro (2018) | Key Differences |
|---|---|---|---|
| Release Date | June 2017 | July 2018 | 1-year refresh cycle |
| Processor | Intel Kaby Lake (7th Gen) | Intel Coffee Lake (8th Gen) | 2018: 2 extra cores (6-core option) |
| CPU Options | Dual-core i5/i7 (13″) Quad-core i7 (15″) |
Quad-core i5/i7 (13″) 6-core i7/i9 (15″) |
2018: 50-70% multi-core performance boost |
| RAM | 8GB/16GB LPDDR3 (13″) 16GB DDR4 (15″) |
8GB/16GB/32GB DDR4 (all models) | 2018 supports 32GB RAM (15″) |
| Storage | 128GB-2TB SSD | 256GB-4TB SSD | 2018 doubles max storage capacity |
| GPU | Intel Iris Plus 640/650 (13″) Radeon Pro 555/560 (15″) |
Intel Iris Plus 655 (13″) Radeon Pro 555X/560X (15″) |
2018: Slight GPU improvements |
| Display | 13″/15″ Retina (P3 wide color) | 13″/15″ Retina (True Tone added) | 2018 adds True Tone auto-adjustment |
| Keyboard | 2nd-gen Butterfly mechanism | 3rd-gen Butterfly mechanism | 2018: “Quieter” keys, slightly more reliable |
| Touch Bar | Yes (except base 13″) | Yes (all models) | 2018 base model includes Touch Bar |
| Ports | 4x Thunderbolt 3 (15″) 2x Thunderbolt 3 (13″) |
Same configuration | No changes |
| Battery Life | 10 hours (13″) 10 hours (15″) |
10 hours (13″) 10 hours (15″) |
Similar despite more powerful CPUs |
| T2 Security Chip | No | Yes | 2018 adds secure enclave for encryption |
| Thermal Design | Same for both | Improved cooling (15″) | 2018 15″ handles 6-core heat better |
| Weight | 3.02 lbs (13″) 4.02 lbs (15″) |
Same | Identical chassis |
| Price (Launch) | $1,299 (13″) $2,399 (15″) |
$1,799 (13″) $2,399 (15″) |
2018 13″ started at higher tier |
The MacBook Pro 2017 represents Apple’s premium laptop lineup with 7th-generation Intel Kaby Lake processors, available in 13-inch (dual-core i5/i7) and 15-inch (quad-core i7) configurations. It features a brilliant Retina display with P3 wide color gamut, 8GB–16GB of RAM, and 128GB–2TB SSD storage. The 15-inch model includes discrete Radeon Pro graphics (555/560), while the 13-inch relies on Intel Iris Plus integrated graphics.
This generation introduced the second-gen butterfly keyboard, which remained prone to reliability issues. It also marked the full transition to Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports, removing all legacy connections. The Touch Bar replaced function keys on most models (except the base 13-inch). While powerful for its time, the dual-core 13-inch models showed limitations in heavy workloads. Battery life averaged 10 hours, and the sleek aluminum unibody design remained unchanged from 2016.
Apple MacBook Pro 2018 Description
The MacBook Pro 2018 brought major performance upgrades with 8th-gen Intel Coffee Lake CPUs, offering quad-core 13-inch and 6-core 15-inch options—a huge leap over 2017’s models. RAM capacity increased to 32GB on 15-inch models, and SSD storage options doubled to 4TB. The Retina display gained True Tone technology for automatic white balance adjustment.
Apple installed its T2 security chip for enhanced encryption and “Hey Siri” support. The third-gen butterfly keyboard was slightly more reliable (though still problematic). The 15-inch models featured improved cooling to handle the powerful 6-core processors, while Radeon Pro 555X/560X GPUs offered modest graphics improvements. Battery life remained at 10 hours despite the performance gains.
Key Differences Summary
| Aspect | MacBook Pro 2017 | MacBook Pro 2018 |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | 7th-gen Intel (dual/quad-core) | 8th-gen Intel (quad/6-core) – Much faster |
| RAM | Max 16GB (LPDDR3/DDR4) | Max 32GB (DDR4) on 15″ |
| Storage | Up to 2TB SSD | Up to 4TB SSD |
| Display | P3 color (no True Tone) | Adds True Tone |
| Security | No T2 chip | Includes T2 security chip |
| Keyboard | 2nd-gen butterfly (more failure-prone) | 3rd-gen (slightly improved) |
Which One to Choose in 2024?
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Avoid 2017 unless found very cheap (outdated CPU, keyboard risks).
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2018 models remain more viable thanks to 6-core CPUs and 32GB RAM support.
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Best value: A refurbished 2018 15″ (6-core) for heavy tasks, or 13″ for portability.
