Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch 2018
Apple Laptops

MacBook Pro 13-inch 2018

Apple

Released Jul 1, 2018 · Analysis updated Nov 9, 2026

MacBook Pro 13-inch featuring a high-resolution Retina display, responsive keyboard, and fast processor performance for efficient multitasking. The Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch 2018 scores 77/100 based on 7 expert reviews in the apple laptops category. Coverage includes reviews from Notebookcheck, PCMag, Consumer Reports, and TechRadar.

Critic Score

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77

based on 7 expert reviews

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General agreement: our scores range from 74 (TechRadar) to 84 (Notebookcheck).

Average of 7 publication reviews, each normalized to a 0–100 scale. How we score

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Pros

  • Comfortable keyboard(5)
  • High quality display(4)
  • Fast performance(3)
  • High-quality Retina display(3)
  • Strong processor performance(3)

Cons

  • Limited features(15)
  • High price(5)
  • Short battery life(4)
  • Limited port selection(2)

7 Publication Reviews

84
Established publication08/2018

AI summary of this review

The 2018 MacBook Pro 13-inch is a powerful, professional-grade ultraportable that offers substantial CPU gains and display improvements, though it is held back by a high price and the absence of a ded...

Publisher score: 83.54%

80
Major publication07/2018

AI summary of this review

The 2018 MacBook Pro 13-inch is a powerful and sleek ultraportable that offers significant performance gains for creative professionals, though it remains expensive and limited in port variety.

Publisher score: 4.0

76
Major publication

AI summary of this review

The 2018 MacBook Pro 13-inch is a highly capable laptop featuring a stunning display and strong general performance, though it is hindered by a lack of legacy ports and inconsistent battery life under...

Score estimated from the review text

74
Major publication03/2019

AI summary of this review

The 2018 13-inch MacBook Pro offers meaningful performance gains in processing and storage speed, though it remains held back by a high price and controversial design choices.

Score estimated from the review text

74
Major publication06/2019

AI summary of this review

The 2018 MacBook Pro 13-inch is a high-performance powerhouse with a great display and fast storage, though it is held back by a high price, limited ports, and average battery life.

Score estimated from the review text

74
Independent publication08/2018

AI summary of this review

The 2018 13-inch MacBook Pro is a capable and portable machine that offers impressive performance, though its full potential is hindered by thermal issues and inconsistent software support for externa...

Score estimated from the review text

74
Major publication08/2018

AI summary of this review

The 2018 MacBook Pro 13-inch is a powerful ultraportable with exceptional processing and storage speeds, though it is held back by mediocre battery life and a restrictive port selection.

Score estimated from the review text