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Compare Apple MacBook Pro MD101 (i5 3rd Gen/4GB/500GB/Mac OS X) vs Apple MacBook Air 13-inch 2017 (i5 5th Gen/8GB/256GB SSD/Mac OS Sierra)
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| Rank |  |  | ||
| Spec Score | 79 / 100 | 100 / 100 | ||
| This score is assigned based on the product's specifications without taking price into consideration. | ||||
71VFM Score | 79VFM Score | |||
| Display | ||||
Screen Size | 13.3 inch | 13.3 inch | ||
Screen Resolution | 1280 x 800 pixels | 1440 x 900 pixels | ||
Display Type | - | - | ||
Screen Details | LED-backlit glossy widescreen display | LED-backlit Glossy Widescreen Display | ||
Touchscreen | No | No | ||
Webcam Resolution | - | - | ||
2 in 1 Laptop (Convertible) | No | No | ||
Webcam | Yes, 0.9 MP | Yes, 0.9 MP | ||
Video Recording | - | - | ||
Secondary Camera | - | - | ||
| Processor | ||||
Processor Brand | Intel | Intel | ||
Chipset | - | - | ||
Processor | Intel Core i5 (3rd Gen) | Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) | ||
Processor Model | 3210M | - | ||
Processor Clock Speed | 2.5GHz | 1.8GHz | ||
Processor Details | Turbo Boost up to 3.1GHz | Turbo Boost Upto 2.9 GHz | ||
Cache | 3 MB | 3 MB | ||
| Memory | ||||
RAM | 4GB | 8GB | ||
RAM Expandable Upto | Upto 8GB | - | ||
RAM Type | DDR3 | DDR3 | ||
Memory Slots | 2 | 1 | ||
RAM Frequency | 1600MHz | 1600MHz | ||
| Storage | ||||
Storage Type | HDD | SSD | ||
Storage Capacity | 500GB | 256GB | ||
Secondary Storage Capacity | - | - | ||
Hard Drive RPM | 5400 RPM | - | ||
Storage Interface | SATA | PCIe | ||
| General Specs | ||||
Weight | 2.06 kg | 1.35 kg | ||
Dimensions (mm) | 12.78 x 8.94 x 0.95 | 32.5 x 22.7 x 0.3 | ||
Colour | Silver | Silver | ||
Warranty | 1 Year | 1 Year | ||
Warranty Type | International, Carry in | International, Carry in | ||
Warranty Details | AppleCare 2 year extended warranty at extra cost | AppleCare 2 Year Extended Warranty at extra cost | ||
Sales Package | - | - | ||
Lockport | - | - | ||
| Ports and Slots | ||||
USB 2.0 | No | No | ||
USB 3.0 | Yes, 2 | Yes, 2 | ||
USB 3.1 | No | No | ||
HDMI | No | No | ||
VGA | No | No | ||
Mini DisplayPort | Yes, 1 | Yes, Thunderbolt 2 | ||
RJ45 LAN (Ethernet) | Yes, 1 | No | ||
Media Card Support | SDXC | - | ||
Optical Drive | Yes, 8x SuperDrive | No | ||
USB Type C | No | No | ||
Micro USB | No | No | ||
| Graphics | ||||
Graphics Processor | Intel HD Graphics 4000 | Intel HD Graphics 6000 | ||
Dedicated Graphics Memory | - | - | ||
Graphics Memory Type | - | - | ||
| Audio | ||||
Input | Headphone + Microphone Combo Jack | Headphone + Microphone Combo Jack | ||
Speakers | Stereo speakers | Stereo Speakers | ||
Technologies | - | - | ||
| Wireless Connectivity | ||||
Bluetooth | Yes, v4.0 | Yes, v4.0 | ||
WiFi | Yes, IEEE 802.11n | Yes, IEEE 802.11ac | ||
SIM Card Slot | No | No | ||
| Power | ||||
Battery Capacity | 63 WHr | 54 WHr | ||
Adapter | 60 W | 45 W | ||
Removable Battery | No | No | ||
Battery Life (Upto) | 7 hours | 12 hours | ||
Battery Cell | - | - | ||
Battery Type | - | - | ||
| Input | ||||
Pointer Input | Trackpad | Trackpad | ||
Keyboard | Backlit, QWERTY | Backlit, QWERTY | ||
Fingerprint Scanner | No | No | ||
| Platform | ||||
Operating System | Mac OS X | Mac OS X | ||
OS Version | Mac OS X El Capitan | macOS Sierra | ||
Apple MacBook Pro MD101 (i5 3rd Gen/4GB/500GB/Mac OS X) vs Apple MacBook Air 13-inch 2017 (i5 5th Gen/8GB/256GB SSD/Mac OS Sierra) Specs
Specs | Apple MacBook Pro MD101 (i5 3rd Gen/4GB/500GB/Mac OS X) | Apple MacBook Air 13-inch 2017 (i5 5th Gen/8GB/256GB SSD/Mac OS Sierra) | ||
| Screen Size | 13.3 inch | 13.3 inch | ||
| Processor | Intel Core i5 (3rd Gen) | Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) | ||
| RAM | 4GB | 8GB | ||
| Storage Capacity | 500GB | 256GB |
Apple MacBook Pro MD101 (i5 3rd Gen/4GB/500GB/Mac OS X) Pros & Cons
The Good
- Well built aluminum body
- Large, multi-gesture trackpad
- Decent 5 to 7 hour battery life
- USB 3.0 ports, along with legacy connectivity like LAN, Firewire & a DVD Drive
- RAM and storage user upgradable
The Bad
- Can lag because of slow 5400rpm drive instead of SSD & measly 4GB RAM
- Relatively heavier when compared to newer MacBooks
- Hardware hasn't received any updates since 2012
- Expensive after-sales service, warranty extension and accessories
- Need to buy an adapter to connect to a TV (HDMI) or Projector (VGA)
This page helps you compare Apple MacBook Pro MD101 (i5 3rd Gen/4GB/500GB/Mac OS X) with Apple MacBook Air 13-inch 2017 (i5 5th Gen/8GB/256GB SSD/Mac OS Sierra). When you see Apple MacBook Pro MD101 (i5 3rd Gen/4GB/500GB/Mac OS X) Vs Apple MacBook Air 13-inch 2017 (i5 5th Gen/8GB/256GB SSD/Mac OS Sierra) comparison on Pricebaba, watch-out for the specifications of these phones and also the VFM score. With Pricebaba’s Value For Money Score, you can know how Apple MacBook Pro MD101 (i5 3rd Gen/4GB/500GB/Mac OS X) stands against Apple MacBook Air 13-inch 2017 (i5 5th Gen/8GB/256GB SSD/Mac OS Sierra) and which one you should buy. The prices for both these products were updated January 20, 2020.
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