Overview
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2018 - Four Thunderbolt 3 Ports) introduced massive performance gains to the pro lineup with quad-core 8th-generation Intel Core processors, True Tone display technology, third-generation quieter keyboard design, and the Apple T2 Security Chip.
A comprehensive overview of its design, specifications, software, and features includes:
1. Design and Build
- Form Factor: Sleek, professional unibody aluminum chassis designed for high-performance portability.
- Dimensions & Weight: Height: 0.59 inch (1.49 cm); Width: 11.97 inches (30.41 cm); Depth: 8.36 inches (21.24 cm); Weight: 3.02 pounds (1.37 kg).
- Materials: Premium anodized aluminum available in Space Gray and Silver finishes.
2. Performance and Processing
- Processor: Powered by 8th Generation Intel Core quad-core processors (Core i5 or i7 with Turbo Boost up to 4.5GHz).
- Graphics: Integrated Intel Iris Plus Graphics 655 with 128MB of eDRAM.
- Unified/System Memory: Configured with 8GB or 16GB of 2133MHz LPDDR3 onboard memory.
- Storage: High-speed PCIe-based onboard SSD storage ranging from 256GB up to 2TB.
3. Connectivity and Expansion
- Ports: Four Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports supporting charging, DisplayPort, and data transfer speeds up to 40 Gbps, alongside a 3.5mm headphone jack.
- Wireless: 802.11ac Wi-Fi wireless networking and Bluetooth 5.0 technology.
Technical Specifications
Building upon the foundational overview, this technical deep-dive specification sheet provides a granular look at the hardware architecture, port configurations, and system metrics of the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2018).
1. Display Specifications
- Screen Size: 13.3-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit Retina display with IPS technology, 500 nits brightness, and Wide color (P3)
- Resolution: 2560 by 1600 native resolution at 227 pixels per inch with True Tone technology
2. Processor and Graphics
- Processor Options: 2.3GHz quad-core Intel Core i5 (Turbo Boost up to 3.8GHz) or 2.7GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 (Turbo Boost up to 4.5GHz)
- Graphics Processor: Intel Iris Plus Graphics 655
- Security & Control: Touch Bar with integrated Touch ID sensor and Apple T2 Security Chip
3. Storage and Memory
- Memory: 8GB or 16GB of 2133MHz LPDDR3 memory
- Storage: 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, or 2TB SSD storage
4. Connections and Expansion
- I/O Ports: 4x Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports supporting power delivery, Thunderbolt, and USB 3.1 Gen 2.
- Audio: Stereo speakers with high dynamic range, three-mic array, and 3.5mm headphone jack.
5. Operating System Support
- Compatibility: Ships with macOS and supports subsequent major macOS updates.