Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch
Apple Laptops

MacBook Pro 13-inch

Apple

Released Nov 1, 2016 · Analysis updated Mar 19, 2026

Premium-built, portable laptop featuring a sharp Retina display, extended battery life, and a comfortable keyboard and trackpad. The Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch scores 74/100 based on 4 expert reviews in the apple laptops category. Coverage includes reviews from Pcmag, Evanmccann, 512pixels, and Wired.

Critic Score

What's this?
74

based on 4 expert reviews

PcmagEvanmccann512pixelsWired

Low confidence · only 4 reviews

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Pros

  • Excellent build quality(2)
  • Thin and light design(2)
  • Long battery life(2)
  • Excellent retina display(2)

Cons

  • 720p webcam(2)
  • Includes touch bar(2)

4 Expert Reviews

80
Nov 17, 2020

Now powered by Apple's M1 CPU, the 13-inch MacBook Pro remains a workhorse for those who want a compact macOS laptop that's still powerful enough to perform processor-intensive workflows.

72
Dec 7, 2019

The 2019 13-inch MacBook Pro is a well-built laptop with a great screen and trackpad, but the problematic butterfly keyboard significantly undermines the overall experience.

72
Nov 22, 2016

The 13-inch MacBook Pro without Touch Bar is a fine alternative to the MacBook Air, offering a thin and light design with a Retina display, though it requires adapters and has inconsistent battery per...

70
Jun 22, 2022

A new chip is just about the only upgrade on this lackluster but perfectly fine laptop.