MacBook Pro 13-inch 2019 | Core i5-8257U | 8GB | 256GB SSD | Retina
Original price was: KSh 55,000.00.KSh 43,500.00Current price is: KSh 43,500.00.
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Apple MacBook Pro 13" — 2019
Core i5-8257U | 8GB | 256GB | Retina Display | Ksh 43,500
Intel Core i5-8257U · 8th Gen · 1.40GHz base / 3.90GHz turbo · Intel Iris Plus 645 · 8GB LPDDR3 2133MHz · 256GB NVMe SSD · 13.3" Retina 2560×1600 · Touch Bar · 4× Thunderbolt 3. Certified refurbished — tested & verified. Browse all MacBooks →
MacBook Pro 13" 2019 Performance —
Retina Display · Thunderbolt 3 · macOS — The Display Laptop at Ksh 43,500
Verified Apple specifications. The MacBook Pro 13" 2019 brings Apple's Retina display, 4× Thunderbolt 3, and macOS to Ksh 43,500 — a compelling option for creative professionals, designers, and anyone who demands display quality above all else. Browse all Apple MacBooks in Kenya.
The Core i5-8257U handles every standard professional and creative task: Final Cut Pro video editing, Adobe Lightroom photo editing, Illustrator and Figma design work, Xcode development, and everyday productivity. Apple's tight hardware-software integration means macOS extracts more performance from this chip than Windows extracts from equivalent Intel silicon. The Intel Iris Plus 645 GPU with 128MB eDRAM is Apple's best integrated GPU from this era — noticeably smoother for creative tasks than Intel UHD 620 in equivalent Windows laptops.
2560×1600 P3 Wide Colour
The Retina display is the MacBook Pro's defining feature — and at Ksh 43,500, no other laptop in Kenya comes close to its display quality. 227 PPI (vs ~166 PPI on FHD IPS screens) makes text, icons, and images appear razor-sharp — visibly different from any Windows laptop at this price. P3 Wide Colour covers 25% more colour than standard sRGB displays — photos and design work appear with significantly more vibrant, accurate colour. 500 nits brightness is usable in direct sunlight. For Kenyan photographers, designers, and content creators, the Retina display alone justifies the MacBook Pro at Ksh 43,500 over a Windows alternative.
4× Thunderbolt 3 — The Most Versatile Ports at This Price in Kenya
The MacBook Pro 13" 2019 has four Thunderbolt 3 ports — each supporting 40Gbps data transfer, 4K external display output, 100W power delivery, and USB-C simultaneously. Two on each side means you can charge from either side and connect displays, drives, or hubs from either side. A single Thunderbolt 3 hub (available at Luthuli Avenue for Ksh 2,000–4,000) expands to USB-A, HDMI, SD card, and Ethernet simultaneously. The trade-off: no USB-A or HDMI direct — you need a USB-C to USB-A adapter (Ksh 300–500) or a hub for legacy devices. Budget Ksh 500–1,000 for adapters when buying the MacBook Pro. See our full MacBook range for models with different port configurations.
Retina 2560×1600
227 PPI · P3 Wide Colour · 500 nits · True Tone. The best display on any laptop at Ksh 43,500 in Kenya — not close.
i5-8257U · Iris Plus 645
3.90GHz · 4 cores · 128MB eDRAM GPU. Apple-optimised performance — faster in macOS than equivalent Intel in Windows for creative tasks.
4× Thunderbolt 3
40Gbps · 4K display · 100W charging — on all four ports, both sides. The most versatile port setup at this price anywhere in Kenya.
macOS · Touch Bar
Final Cut Pro · Logic Pro · iMovie · GarageBand · Xcode native. Touch Bar with Touch ID — fingerprint unlock in under a second.
MacBook Pro 13" 2019 Full Specifications —
Ksh 43,500 — Nairobi Kenya
Complete verified specifications. Available at Tech Convenience Store, Nairobi CBD.
| Component | Specification |
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| Model | Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch (2019) MacBook Pro Intel · 8th Gen |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-8257U — 8th Generation 1.40GHz base / 3.90GHz Max Turbo · 4 Cores (4c/8t) · 6MB L3 Cache 3.90GHz Boost |
| RAM | 8GB LPDDR3 2133MHz 8GB RAM Soldered — not upgradeable. Handles professional creative tasks on macOS efficiently. |
| Storage | 256GB Apple NVMe SSD 256GB NVMe Apple's custom NVMe controller — significantly faster than standard PC NVMe at equivalent capacity. Not user-replaceable. |
| GPU | Intel Iris Plus Graphics 645 — 128MB eDRAM Iris Plus 645 Apple's best integrated GPU for this Intel generation — smooth for creative tools and 4K video playback |
| Display | 13.3" Retina IPS — 2560×1600 · 227 PPI · P3 Wide Colour · True Tone · 500 nits Retina · P3 The best display on any laptop at this price in Kenya |
| Touch Bar | Touch Bar with Touch ID fingerprint reader Touch ID ✓ |
| Operating System | macOS (Ventura / Sonoma supported) macOS ✓ Clean, activated macOS installation. Supports latest macOS updates. |
| Ports | 4× Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) — 40Gbps · 4K display · 100W charging on all four 4× TB3 No USB-A or HDMI direct — USB-C to USB-A adapter (Ksh 300–500) required for legacy devices. Adapter needed |
| Audio | 3.5mm headphone jack · stereo speakers · three-mic array |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) · Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Battery | 58.2Wh Li-ion · ~10 hours typical use · USB-C fast charge |
| Weight | 1.37kg — aluminium unibody chassis |
| Colour | Space Grey |
| Condition | Certified Refurbished — professionally tested Verified |
| Price in Kenya | Ksh 43,500 — Tech Convenience Store, Nairobi CBD |
* RAM and SSD are soldered — not user-upgradeable. Battery health report available on request. USB-C to USB-A adapter required for USB-A devices and standard HDMI monitors without USB-C input.
Who Is the MacBook Pro 13" 2019 Perfect For?
Retina display, Thunderbolt 3, macOS, and Apple build quality at Ksh 43,500. Browse our full MacBook range in Kenya.
Photographers
P3 Wide Colour Retina display shows photos with accurate, vibrant colour that standard IPS displays cannot reproduce. Lightroom and Capture One run smoothly on the i5-8257U and Iris Plus 645. Colour-grade photos knowing what you see on screen matches what clients and print will see.
Video Editors
Final Cut Pro is optimised for Intel Mac and runs far better than Premiere on equivalent Windows hardware at this price. iMovie is free. 4K playback smooth on Iris Plus 645. Export time is faster than comparable Windows laptops. Retina display for accurate colour grading.
Designers
Figma, Illustrator, Sketch, and Affinity Designer run natively on macOS. Retina display at 227 PPI renders design work with the precision clients will see on modern screens. P3 Wide Colour for accurate colour matching across deliverables.
iOS / macOS Developers
Xcode runs natively on macOS only — there is no Windows alternative. Intel MacBook Pro runs iOS Simulator, builds Swift projects, and archives for App Store. 8GB RAM is sufficient for standard Xcode projects.
Music Producers
Logic Pro — Apple's professional DAW — is macOS only and significantly cheaper than Pro Tools. GarageBand is free. Low-latency audio performance on macOS is excellent. Four Thunderbolt 3 ports for audio interfaces and external drives simultaneously.
Professionals Seeking Premium
For Kenyan professionals who want a premium, thin, aluminium laptop with an exceptional display and macOS ecosystem at a justified price — the MacBook Pro 13" 2019 at Ksh 43,500 is the clearest entry point into Apple's laptop range in Nairobi.
MacBook Pro 13" 2019 vs Alternatives — Honest Comparison
Comparing within our full range in Nairobi.
| Feature | Dell XPS 13 7390 2-in-1 i7 · 16GB · 13.4" FHD+ Touch · Ksh 59,000 |
MacBook Pro 13" 2020 i7 i7 · 16GB · 512GB · Retina · Ksh 60,000 |
MacBook Pro 13" 2019 ⭐ i5 · 8GB · 256GB · Retina · Ksh 43,500 |
ThinkPad X1 Carbon G9 i7 · 16GB · 512GB · 14" · Ksh 52,500 |
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| Display | 13.4" FHD+ IPS Touch | Retina 2560×1600 · P3 ⭐ | Retina 2560×1600 · P3 ⭐ | 14" FHD IPS |
| OS | Windows 11 | macOS ⭐ | macOS ⭐ | Windows 11 Pro |
| Thunderbolt 3 | 2× TB3 | 4× TB3 ⭐ | 4× TB3 ⭐ | 2× TB4 |
| RAM | 16GB ⭐ | 16GB ⭐ | 8GB | 16GB ⭐ |
| USB-A Direct | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No — adapter needed | ✅ Yes ⭐ |
| Price Kenya | Ksh 59,000 | Ksh 60,000 | Ksh 43,500 ⭐ best entry | Ksh 52,500 |
📦 What's in the Box
- MacBook Pro 13" 2019 Laptop
- 61W USB-C Power Adapter
- USB-C Charge Cable
- macOS (pre-installed, clean)
Why Buy From Tech Convenience Store?
Nairobi's trusted laptop shop — Nairobi CBD · Countrywide delivery
Tested & Verified
Retina display, Touch Bar, Touch ID, all 4 Thunderbolt 3 ports, and battery confirmed.
Battery Health Disclosed
Cycle count and battery health report on request before purchase.
Clean macOS
Fresh macOS installation — no previous user data. Ready to set up as new.
M-Pesa Accepted
Pay via M-Pesa, bank transfer, or cash in store.
Countrywide Delivery
Fast delivery across all 47 counties in Kenya.
Fast WhatsApp Response
Quick answers on 0714 722 264 — Mon to Sat.
Frequently Asked Questions —
MacBook Pro 13" 2019 Kenya
Common questions from Kenyan buyers about the MacBook Pro 13" 2019.
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The Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch 2019 with Core i5-8257U, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD, and Retina 2560×1600 display is available at Ksh 43,500 at Tech Convenience Store, Nairobi CBD. WhatsApp 0714 722 264 to confirm current stock. We deliver countrywide across all 47 counties in Kenya.
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Yes — the MacBook Pro 13" 2019 has only 4× Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports and a 3.5mm headphone jack. No USB-A, no HDMI, no SD card slot. For everyday use in Kenya you will need: USB-C to USB-A adapter (Ksh 300–500 at Luthuli Avenue) for USB drives, mice, and keyboards. USB-C to HDMI adapter (Ksh 500–800) for projectors and monitors without USB-C input. A USB-C hub (Ksh 2,000–4,000) gives you USB-A, HDMI, and SD card from one port. Budget approximately Ksh 500–1,500 for basic adapters when purchasing. The trade-off is 4 Thunderbolt 3 ports — the fastest connectivity available at this price.
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Yes — for content creators in Kenya, the MacBook Pro 13" 2019 is excellent value for video editing. Final Cut Pro (Ksh 12,000 one-time purchase from the App Store) is significantly faster than Adobe Premiere on equivalent Intel hardware due to Apple's tight macOS integration and Metal GPU acceleration. The Iris Plus 645 with 128MB eDRAM handles 4K H.264 and H.265 playback in the timeline. The Retina P3 display allows colour-grading with accuracy that standard IPS panels cannot provide. For YouTube, social media, and commercial video content, the 2019 MacBook Pro at Ksh 43,500 is an excellent investment.
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Yes — M-Pesa web (pay.m-pesa.com and all M-Pesa web portals), Equity Bank, KCB, Co-operative Bank, NCBA, and all major Kenyan banking websites work on Safari and Chrome on macOS. KRA iTax, eCitizen, and government portals work on Chrome. WhatsApp Web, Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, and Zoom all run natively on macOS. For any software that is Windows-only, Parallels Desktop (Ksh 8,000–12,000/year) allows running Windows 11 alongside macOS on this Intel MacBook Pro.
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MacBook Pro 13" 2019 (i5 · 8GB · 256GB · Ksh 43,500) — best value entry into the MacBook Pro Retina display and macOS ecosystem. Right choice if budget is the priority and 8GB RAM is sufficient for your work. MacBook Pro 13" 2020 i7 (i7 · 16GB · 512GB · Ksh 60,000) — 16GB RAM handles heavier multitasking, larger Lightroom catalogues, longer Final Cut timelines, and bigger Xcode projects without slowdown. 512GB SSD stores more projects locally. The i7-1068NG7 is faster. Right choice if your workflow demands more headroom. The Ksh 16,500 difference buys a meaningful performance and storage upgrade — but the 2019 at Ksh 43,500 is excellent value for standard creative professional workloads.
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Available at Tech Convenience Store, Nairobi CBD. WhatsApp: 0714 722 264. Retina display, Touch Bar, Touch ID, all 4 Thunderbolt 3 ports tested. Battery cycle count and health disclosed on request. macOS clean and activated. We deliver countrywide across all 47 counties. Call or WhatsApp to confirm stock before visiting.
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