Is the Intel 13-inch MacBook Pro still worth buying?

It is a solid pick if you need Intel software or Windows through Boot Camp and want a light Mac with a great screen. For pure performance per watt, Apple's M1 and later chips beat it and run cooler.

How does it compare with the M1 MacBook Air?

The Air is faster in most tasks, silent because it has no fan, and lighter on battery drain. This Pro adds a brighter display, the Touch Bar and active cooling, but its Intel chip runs hotter and louder under sustained load.

Does it have a Touch Bar and Touch ID?

Yes. The Touch Bar replaces the function row with context-sensitive controls, and Touch ID sits at the right end for logins and Apple Pay.

Yes, through Boot Camp, which Intel Macs support. Apple Silicon Macs cannot run Boot Camp, so this is one reason to choose the Intel model.

How much RAM and storage does it have?

This configuration ships with 16 GB of RAM and a 512 GB SSD. The RAM is soldered and cannot be upgraded later.

The laptop and a USB-C power adapter with a USB-C charging cable. No dongles or external accessories are included.

Where is the Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch MXK32 cheapest?

At The Device Depot, for $550.05, 42% off, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch MXK32?

Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 459 ratings.

Where can I buy the Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch MXK32?

5 stores we checked sell it, including The Device Depot, TekReplay, Back Market, Best Buy, Wisetek Market.

Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch MXK32 Price History: 42% Off

What reviewers say

4.6 / 5459 ratings

Owners rate it highly for its screen, build and battery life, and many call it a reliable daily laptop. Complaints center on the keyboard, fan noise under load and the limited port selection.

What people mention

DisplayPraisedOwners call the 2560 x 1600 Retina screen sharp and bright for text and photos.
BatteryPraisedMany report getting through a full workday on one charge.
KeyboardCriticisedThe butterfly keyboard is the most common complaint, with keys that stick or stop responding.
Heat and noiseCriticisedThe Intel quad-core chip runs hot and the fans become audible during heavy tasks.
PortsMixedUSB-C only is convenient for some but forces dongles for USB-A and SD cards.
BuildPraisedOwners praise the aluminum chassis and the light 3 lb weight.

From The Device Depot

Tenth-generation quad-core Intel Core i5 processor with Turbo Boost up to 3.8GHz
Brilliant Retina display with True Tone technology
Backlit Magic Keyboard with Touch Bar and Touch ID
Intel Iris Plus Graphics
Ultrafast SSD
Four Thunderbolt 3 (USB Type-C) ports

Guarantee: 120 Day Warranty
Returns: 14 Day Returns; items must be returned within 14 days of receiving your order in the same condition received with all original packaging; a 20% re-stocking fee
Shipping: Ships within the United States (including Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico); order processing typically same day if placed before 1PM Central Time, no weekend shippi
In the box: Original charger

About the Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch MXK32

The Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch MXK32 is a laptop with a 13-inch Retina display at 2560 x 1600 resolution and a 60Hz refresh rate. It runs Mac OS and has a touchscreen.

It has a 2 GHz quad-core Intel processor with Intel graphics. It comes with 16 GB of RAM and a 512 GB solid state drive. Memory supports up to 32 GB.

The keyboard is backlit, and a fingerprint scanner provides biometric security. Battery life is 10 hours. The laptop weighs 3 lb and is Energy Star certified.