Apple MacBook Pro 2015 13-inch
Score: 69/100
HP 15-inch Business
Score: 72/100Rankings
The HP 15.6" Business Laptop pairs a 13th-gen i3 CPU, 32 GB RAM and a Full HD IPS screen, targeting students and small-business users who need solid productivity and connectivity. Its bulk, integrated graphics and modest webcam keep it from premium tiers.
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.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
9 hours | 10 hoursbest | |
8 GB | 32 GBbest | |
13.3 inches | 15.6 inchesbest | |
128 GB | 1,120 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.57 kgbest | 2.722 kg |
1,600 MHz | 3,200 MHzbest | |
— | 250 nitsbest | |
— | 1 countbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Processor Model | Intel Core i5-4278U | Intel Core i3-1315U |
Graphics GPU Model | Intel Iris 5100 | Intel UHD Graphics |
Memory & Storage(4) | ||
RAM Capacity (GB) | 8 GB | 32 GB |
RAM Speed (MHz) | 1600 MHz | 3200 MHz |
Storage Type | PCIe SSD | PCIe NVMe SSD |
Storage Capacity (GB) | 128 GB | 1120 GB |
Software(1) | ||
Operating System | OS X Mavericks | Windows 11 Pro |
Display(2) | ||
Display Size (inches) | 13.3 inches | 15.6 inches |
Display Resolution | 2560x1600 | 1920x1080 |
Battery & Power(3) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 9 hours | 10 hours |
Weight (kg) | 1.57 kg | 2.722 kg |
Thickness (mm) | 18 mm | 239.3 mm |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11ac | Wi‑Fi 6 |
Bluetooth Version | 4.0 | 5.3 |
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”
“13th Gen i3 CPU provides strong performance for everyday tasks.”
Reviewers see it as a strong value in the business segment, highlighting the newer CPU, display and connectivity, while noting the integrated graphics and bulk as trade-offs.
Users appreciate the smooth everyday performance and Office access, but mention the basic webcam, weight and occasional heat throttling.
