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MacBook Pro 13-inch Intel (2018 to 2019) vs (2020, two ports)
The MacBook Pro 13-inch Intel (2020, two ports) followed the MacBook Pro 13-inch Intel (2018 to 2019). Below: what separates them and which earns more at resale.
| Spec | MacBook Pro 13-inch Intel (2018 to 2019) | MacBook Pro 13-inch Intel (2020, two ports) |
|---|---|---|
| Launch year | 2019 | 2020 |
| Chip | Intel 8th gen | Intel 8th gen |
| Display | 13.3-inch Retina | 13.3-inch Retina |
| Model identifier | MacBookPro15,2 / MacBookPro15,4 | MacBookPro16,3 |
| U.S. model number | A1989 / A2159 | A2289 |
| Versions offered | 3 | 2 |
| Memory (RAM) | 8GB, 16GB | 8GB, 16GB |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB |
What is different?
The points that matter when you identify or sell one.
- Storage: the MacBook Pro 13-inch Intel (2018 to 2019) alone offered 128GB.
- Versions: Apple built the MacBook Pro 13-inch Intel (2018 to 2019) in 3 versions and the MacBook Pro 13-inch Intel (2020, two ports) in 2.
- A-numbers: A1989 / A2159 against A2289.
Which one earns more at resale?
With the same configuration and condition, the MacBook Pro 13-inch Intel (2020, two ports) normally earns more.
Memory, storage, grade, battery health and extras all shift the final figure, so price your exact unit.
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What moves the price on either one?
Configuration. Extra memory and storage lift the figure; the price check lists only combinations Apple actually built.
Condition. Grades run from Like New to Damaged, and cracked glass or dents cost the most.
Function and battery. Anything needing repair comes off the price, and a battery under 80% health lowers it.
Eligibility. Either one needs to be signed out of its Apple Account, with Find My and Activation Lock off and no lock or lost/stolen flag.
Unsure? About This Mac lists the chip, memory and storage.
Side-by-side questions
Is the MacBook Pro 13-inch Intel (2020, two ports) worth more than the MacBook Pro 13-inch Intel (2018 to 2019)?
Matched for configuration and condition, the MacBook Pro 13-inch Intel (2020, two ports) normally earns more. Memory, storage, grade and included accessories still move each figure, so price both separately. Each MacBook Pro estimate draws on this month's resale data for that configuration, and your condition answers refine it before anything is shipped.
Which details separate the MacBook Pro 13-inch Intel (2018 to 2019) from the MacBook Pro 13-inch Intel (2020, two ports)?
Look at the model identifier (MacBookPro15,2 / MacBookPro15,4 vs MacBookPro16,3), model number (A1989 / A2159 vs A2289), release year (2019 vs 2020). About This Mac, in the Apple menu, names the model, year and chip. The About screen on the MacBook Pro lists its exact name, year and identifier. Type any identifier or model number into our lookup to land on the matching MacBook Pro page.