MacBook Pro (2018) 13″ – Intel Core i7 2.7GHz 4‑core CPU – 8GB RAM – SSD 512GB – Silver

It can be a good choice if you want solid performance at a more affordable price. The eighth generation Intel processors handle everyday tasks smoothly and the fast SSD together with the Retina display still make the laptop pleasant to use. The shorter battery life and the USB C only ports are the main compromises but if these are acceptable this model remains a strong option.

The main difference between Apple Silicon and Intel processors comes from their architecture. Apple Silicon uses ARM technology which integrates many components into a single chip allowing the computer to run faster use less energy and offer much longer battery life. Intel processors rely on the x86 architecture which has been the standard for many years and still provides good performance but uses more power and produces more heat. In everyday use Apple Silicon is more efficient while Intel may be preferable for older software that depends on x86.

The MacBook Pro 13″ from 2018 has an Intel processor because Apple had not introduced the M series chips yet. This means the device is built on Intel’s x86 architecture rather than the Apple Silicon platform that arrived later.

It means that the MacBook has been thoroughly inspected tested and restored by our partners so it can be used again without issues. The device may have had a previous owner which means it can show small signs of use and some components may not be original Apple parts. What matters is that it works properly and offers access to modern technology at a lower price while helping reduce electronic waste.