Apple MacBook Pro (2019) 15.4″ – Intel Core i7 @ 2.6GHz (AMD Radeon Pro 555X)

Category: MacBook

The Apple MacBook Pro 15″ (2019) with Intel Core i7 and Radeon Pro 555X offers a large Retina display, solid mid-tier graphics, and improved cooling wrapped in a portable aluminum chassis—great for creatives and professionals who want performance without stepping up to the 16″ model.

Description

Apple’s 2019 MacBook Pro 15.4” refresh enhances the beloved Retina Pro, now powered by a 9th-gen Intel Core i7 and Radeon Pro 555X. It blends strong CPU/GPU performance, colorful display, and enhanced audio/video capabilities. Featuring a refined Magic Keyboard and upgraded thermals, it’s designed to meet the needs of creators, developers, and multitaskers.

Key Features:

2.6 GHz 6-core Intel Core i7 (Turbo Boost up to 4.5 GHz) – Strong multi-core performance for editing, coding, and multitasking.
AMD Radeon Pro 555X with 4 GB GDDR5 + Intel UHD 630 – Good for media editing and moderate graphics work, with automatic switching.
15.4″ Retina IPS display, 2880×1800, 500 nits brightness, P3 wide color & True Tone – Crisp visuals ideal for creative work.
16 GB 2400 MHz DDR4 memory (configurable to 32 GB) – Plenty of RAM for heavy multitasking.
256 GB SSD base (upgradeable to 2 TB/4 TB) – Fast storage that can be customized to your needs.
Magic Keyboard with Touch Bar & Touch ID – Reliable typing and secure authentication.
Four Thunderbolt 3 (USB‑C) ports + 3.5 mm headphone jack – Flexible connectivity for modern workflows.
Six-speaker audio, three-mic array, 720p FaceTime HD camera – Quality sound and clear calls.
Up to ~10 hours battery life (83.6 Wh) – Great for all-day use.
Enhanced thermal architecture – Cooler operation under sustained load.

What to Know:

Design remains largely unchanged—same Retina bezels and chassis since 2016.
GPU performance is modest—Radeon 555X is solid but not top-of-line; consider 560X or Vega for heavier graphics.
Fans can run during heavy tasks, but thermal improvements make this model more stable than previous generations.

Available Finishes:

Space Gray and Silver.

Ideal For:

Professionals doing video/photo editing, software development, or multitasking
Creators wanting a balance of great display, good GPU, and portable size
Users prioritizing performance with Thunderbolt 3 flexibility

The 2019 15″ MacBook Pro (i7, Radeon 555X) remains a strong choice for users demanding reliable power, a great display, and modern connectivity—while skipping overpaying for more extreme performance tiers.