Apple MacBook Pro 2015 13-inch
Score: 69/100
Acer Aspire 3
Score: 66/100Rankings
The 13.3-inch MacBook Pro Retina (Late 2013) delivers a stunning Retina screen, solid build quality, and fast SSD performance, but its aging dual-core i5, limited ports and non-upgradeable components make it less competitive in 2026.
The Acer Aspire 3 A315-24P offers a solid blend of performance, a Full HD display and modern ports at a budget price, but its small SSD, non-upgradable components and lack of a backlit keyboard keep it from being a premium choice. It is ideal for students and casual users who need a lightweight, everyday laptop.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
9 hours | 11 hoursbest | |
8 GBbest | 8 GBbest | |
13.3 inches | 15.6 inchesbest | |
128 GBbest | 128 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.57 kgbest | 1.777 kg |
1,600 MHz | 3,200 MHzbest | |
— | 60 Hzbest | |
— | 1 countbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Processor Model | Intel Core i5-4278U | AMD Ryzen 3 7320U |
Graphics GPU Model | Intel Iris 5100 | AMD Radeon 610M |
Memory & Storage(2) | ||
RAM Speed (MHz) | 1600 MHz | 3200 MHz |
Storage Type | PCIe SSD | NVMe SSD |
Software(1) | ||
Operating System | OS X Mavericks | Windows 11 Home in S Mode |
Keyboard & Input(1) | ||
Backlit Keyboard | true | false |
Display(2) | ||
Display Size (inches) | 13.3 inches | 15.6 inches |
Display Resolution | 2560x1600 | 1920x1080 |
Battery & Power(3) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 9 hours | 11 hours |
Weight (kg) | 1.57 kg | 1.777 kg |
Thickness (mm) | 18 mm | 18.8 mm |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11ac | Wi‑Fi 6 |
Bluetooth Version | 4.0 | 5.1 |
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 0.25 years | 1 years |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers such as The Verge and CNET praised the 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro for its stunning display, excellent battery life, and the introduction of the Force Touch trackpad, while noting the limited port selection and aging hardware.
Everyday users commend the crisp Retina screen, long battery endurance, and snappy SSD, but repeatedly express frustration over the lack of upgradeability and the need for adapters due to the sparse port lineup.
“best-in-class trackpad”
“a solid upgrade over the 2”
Professional reviewers view the Aspire 3 as a competent budget notebook that delivers solid value for its price. While its performance is adequate for web browsing, office apps and video calls, critics point out the limited storage, non-upgradable components, and variability in display quality as notable compromises.
Everyday users appreciate the laptop's speed, lightweight feel, and Full HD screen, noting that it handles schoolwork and remote-work tasks well. Common frustrations revolve around the small SSD capacity, lack of a backlit keyboard, and occasional washed-out display or low-quality webcam and speakers.
