MacBook Pro 2018 A1990 Price in Kenya | Core i9, 32GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Original price was: KSh 76,000.00.KSh 65,000.00Current price is: KSh 65,000.00.
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MacBook Pro 2018 (A1990) Price in Kenya —
Core i9 6-Core | 32GB RAM | 512GB SSD | AMD Radeon Pro 555X 4GB | Touch Bar | Ksh 65,000
Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch 2018 — Model A1990. Intel Core i9 6-core at 2.9GHz. Dedicated AMD Radeon Pro 555X with 4GB GDDR5 VRAM. 32GB DDR4 RAM. 512GB NVMe SSD. Retina True Tone display. Touch Bar + Touch ID. 4× Thunderbolt 3 ports. Certified refurbished — Activation Lock removed, tested and verified. Browse our full Apple laptops Kenya range.
MacBook Pro 2018 Performance —
i9 6-core + AMD Radeon Pro 555X 4GB + 32GB RAM — a creative powerhouse at Ksh 65,000
Verified specifications from Apple official documentation. Browse all Apple MacBook models in our Nairobi range.
The Core i9 in the MacBook Pro 2018 is a 45W high-performance processor — not the low-power U-series found in laptops. It is a desktop-class chip in a laptop. 6 cores and 12 threads handle video exports, Xcode compilation, music production with many plug-ins, and heavy Photoshop operations all simultaneously — without sacrificing macOS fluidity.
The MacBook Pro 2018 automatically switches between Intel UHD 630 (light tasks, battery saving) and the AMD Radeon Pro 555X (demanding creative and GPU tasks). For Kenyan designers, video editors, and developers — this dedicated GPU handles Photoshop large files, Final Cut Pro 4K rendering, DaVinci Resolve effects, and OpenGL/Metal workloads dramatically faster than any integrated graphics machine. 4GB GDDR5 VRAM holds large textures, complex 3D scenes, and professional colour grades in GPU memory without swapping.
What Makes This the Most Powerful Mac in Our Range at This Price
At Ksh 65,000, this MacBook Pro 2018 offers a configuration that new MacBook Air models cannot match: dedicated AMD GPU with 4GB VRAM (MacBook Air uses integrated graphics only), 32GB RAM (new base MacBook Air starts at 8–16GB), and a 6-core desktop-class i9. For Kenyan creative professionals — video editors, architects, musicians, developers — who need genuine GPU grunt and maximum RAM for large projects, this represents extraordinary value. The trade-off versus Apple Silicon: Intel runs hotter and uses more power, but provides compatibility with all Intel-native software and significantly more RAM than any base Mac at this price.
Core i9 — 6 Cores, 12 Threads
Desktop-class 45W processor. 2.9GHz base, up to 4.8GHz turbo. Handles video exports, compilation, and creative workloads with all 6 cores firing.
AMD Radeon Pro 555X — 4GB
Dedicated discrete GPU with 4GB GDDR5 VRAM. Real GPU acceleration for Photoshop, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and Metal. Not available on MacBook Air.
32GB DDR4 RAM
More RAM than any base M1, M2, or M3 MacBook Air at this price. Runs multiple virtual machines, complex Photoshop files, and large audio sessions without paging.
4× Thunderbolt 3 Ports
Connect two external 4K monitors, a Thunderbolt drive, and a USB-C dock simultaneously. 40Gbps per port — the most versatile port array in any Mac at this price.
MacBook Pro 2018 Full Specifications —
Model A1990 · Ksh 65,000 · Nairobi Kenya
Complete verified specifications from Apple. Available at Tech Convenience Store, Nairobi CBD.
| Component | Specification |
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| Model | Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (Mid 2018) — Model A1990 A1990 2018 |
| Processor | Intel Core i9-8950HK — 6-Core, 12-Thread 2.9GHz base / up to 4.8GHz Turbo Boost | 12MB L3 Cache | 45W TDP | Intel Coffee Lake-H 6-Core i9 4.8GHz Boost |
| RAM | 32GB DDR4 2400MHz 32GB Soldered — non-upgradeable. 32GB eliminates RAM as a bottleneck for all professional workloads |
| Storage | 512GB Apple NVMe SSD 512GB Apple's custom NVMe — extremely fast sequential read/write. Soldered — non-upgradeable |
| Graphics |
Dedicated: AMD Radeon Pro 555X — 4GB GDDR5 VRAM
4GB Dedicated GPU Integrated: Intel UHD Graphics 630 Automatic Graphics Switching — uses AMD for demanding tasks, Intel for battery saving |
| Display | 15.4" Retina True Tone — 2880×1800 (220 ppi) | IPS | P3 Wide Color | 500 nits
True Tone Retina P3 wide colour gamut — accurate colour for professional photo and video work |
| Touch Bar | OLED Touch Bar — context-sensitive controls per app | Touch ID fingerprint reader integrated Touch Bar + Touch ID |
| Operating System | macOS (current supported version for 2018 Intel Mac) Genuine macOS |
| Wireless | 802.11ac Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi 5) + Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Ports | 4× Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C, 40Gbps, DP 1.2, PD, eGPU support) | 3.5mm headphone jack
4× Thunderbolt 3 Each port supports: data, video output, charging, and Thunderbolt peripherals |
| Battery | 83.6Wh Li-polymer | Up to 10 hours web browsing (Apple) | 96W USB-C power adapter |
| Camera & Audio | 720p FaceTime HD camera | Three-mic array with directional beamforming | High-fidelity speakers |
| Weight & Dimensions | 1.83kg | 349.3 × 240.7 × 15.5mm |
| Condition | Certified Refurbished — Activation Lock removed, tested and verified Activation Lock Removed |
| Price in Kenya | Ksh 65,000 — Tech Convenience Store, Nairobi CBD |
* RAM and SSD are soldered — not upgradeable. Battery health report available on request. Intel Mac — not Apple Silicon. All major professional software runs natively on Intel macOS.
Who Is the MacBook Pro 2018 i9 Perfect For?
A 6-core i9, dedicated AMD GPU, and 32GB RAM in one machine at Ksh 65,000. Browse our full Apple laptop range in Kenya.
Video Editors
Final Cut Pro runs natively on this Intel Mac — and the AMD Radeon Pro 555X GPU accelerates rendering, effects, and colour grading. 4K timelines with complex colour work, effects, and audio tracks play smoothly with 32GB RAM keeping everything in memory.
Graphic Designers
Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign with large files and many layers — 32GB RAM and the dedicated GPU handle them without paging or GPU-swap stutters. P3 wide colour display shows accurate colours for print and digital design work.
Music Producers
Logic Pro X and Ableton Live with 50+ tracks, many plug-ins, and complex effects chains — 32GB RAM holds everything in memory. 6-core i9 handles real-time processing without buffer overflow. Three-mic array and high-fidelity speakers for accurate monitoring.
Software Developers
Xcode compilation, running multiple Docker containers, local databases, and development servers simultaneously — 6-core i9 and 32GB RAM make this one of the fastest Intel Mac development machines available in Kenya at this price.
Architects & 3D Artists
SketchUp, AutoCAD for Mac, Rhino, and Blender — the AMD Radeon Pro 555X handles 3D viewport rendering and GPU-accelerated tasks. 32GB RAM holds large model files. 6-core i9 reduces render times for moderately complex scenes.
iOS / macOS Developers
Building, running, and testing iOS apps requires a Mac — and this MacBook Pro runs Xcode with multiple simulators, real device testing, and large Swift projects simultaneously. 6 cores accelerate compilation times meaningfully.
⚠️ This MacBook Pro Is NOT Ideal For
- Buyers who need Windows software (eTIMS desktop, specific engineering tools) — macOS only
- Gamers — AMD 555X is entry-level dedicated; Windows gaming laptops perform better
- Users who want Apple Silicon efficiency — M1/M2/M3 Macs use significantly less power and run cooler
- Buyers on a tight budget needing basic office work — a refurbished HP EliteBook at Ksh 35,000 handles that better
- Anyone wanting to upgrade RAM later — 32GB is soldered and permanent
MacBook Pro 2018 i9 vs Alternatives — How It Compares
Comparing with similar-price machines from our full laptop range in Nairobi.
| Feature | Dell Latitude 5420 i7 i7-11th · 16GB · 512GB · Ksh 46,500 |
MacBook Air M1 16GB M1 · 16GB · 256GB · ~Ksh 95,000 |
MacBook Pro 2018 i9 ⭐ i9 · 32GB · 512GB · Ksh 65,000 |
HP EliteBook 840 G8 i7 i7-11th · 16GB · 256GB · Ksh 58,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAM | 16GB | 16GB | 32GB ⭐ — most RAM | 16GB |
| Dedicated GPU | No (Iris Xe integrated) | No (M1 integrated) | AMD 555X 4GB ⭐ | No (Iris Xe integrated) |
| CPU Cores | 4 cores (i7) | 8 cores (M1) | 6 cores i9 ⭐ | 4 cores (i7) |
| Display | 14" FHD IPS | 13.3" Retina | 15.4" Retina P3 True Tone ⭐ | 14" FHD IPS |
| Thunderbolt Ports | 1× USB-C TB3 | 2× TB3 | 4× Thunderbolt 3 ⭐ | 2× TB3 |
| Price Kenya | Ksh 46,500 | ~Ksh 95,000 | Ksh 65,000 | Ksh 58,000 |
📦 What's in the Box
- MacBook Pro 15" 2018 (A1990)
- 96W USB-C Power Adapter
- USB-C Charge Cable (2m)
- macOS (pre-installed, genuine)
Why Buy From Tech Convenience Store?
Nairobi's trusted Apple and laptop shop — Nairobi CBD · Countrywide delivery
Activation Lock Removed
Every MacBook verified clear — no previous Apple ID. Demonstrated before sale.
Battery Health Disclosed
Battery report shared on request. No hidden surprises after purchase.
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Pay via M-Pesa, bank transfer, or cash in store.
Countrywide Delivery
Fast delivery across all 47 counties in Kenya.
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MacBook Air, MacBook Pro — Intel and Apple Silicon across all budgets.
Frequently Asked Questions —
MacBook Pro 2018 i9 Kenya
Common questions from Kenyan buyers about the MacBook Pro 2018 A1990 Core i9.
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The MacBook Pro 2018 (Model A1990) with Core i9 6-core, 32GB RAM, 512GB SSD, and AMD Radeon Pro 555X 4GB is available at Ksh 65,000 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 — for specific professional use cases the 2018 i9 32GB is exceptional value in 2026. It offers: dedicated AMD GPU with 4GB VRAM (no MacBook Air has this), 32GB RAM (more than any base MacBook Air at this price), and a 6-core i9 for sustained heavy workloads. The 15.4" Retina P3 display is larger than MacBook Air's 13.3" and 13.6" panels. macOS support continues. The trade-off is Intel's higher power consumption versus Apple Silicon efficiency — but for creative professionals who stay plugged in and need maximum RAM and GPU, it remains a compelling machine at Ksh 65,000.
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The AMD Radeon Pro 555X is a dedicated discrete GPU with its own 4GB GDDR5 VRAM — separate from the main processor memory. Integrated graphics (like Intel UHD or Apple M1 GPU) share system RAM. The dedicated GPU provides: faster Photoshop filter application, smoother DaVinci Resolve effects and colour grading, better Final Cut Pro performance, OpenGL and Metal-accelerated 3D viewport rendering in SketchUp and Blender, and the ability to connect an external GPU (eGPU) via Thunderbolt 3 for even more GPU power. The MacBook Pro 2018 switches automatically between Intel UHD 630 (battery saving) and AMD 555X (demanding tasks).
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At Tech Convenience Store, we verify Activation Lock removal on every MacBook before sale and will demonstrate it before you pay. You can verify yourself: power on the Mac and confirm it either sets up fresh (no iCloud login screen) or reaches a working desktop with no previous owner's Apple ID. Also check System Settings → Apple ID — it should show no account linked or your own account after setup. Never purchase a MacBook that shows an iCloud login screen you cannot complete — it is permanently locked to the previous owner's Apple ID. We guarantee this is cleared on every unit we sell.
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QuickBooks for Mac, Sage Business Cloud (browser-based), Microsoft Excel 365, and KRA eTIMS (browser version at etims.kra.go.ke) all work on macOS. Note: KRA eTIMS desktop application is Windows-only — on this Mac you must use the browser version instead. M-Pesa portal, eCitizen, KCB and Equity online banking all work in Safari and Chrome on macOS. For accountants who need the eTIMS desktop app specifically, a Windows laptop is the safer choice.
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Available at Tech Convenience Store, Nairobi CBD. WhatsApp: 0714 722 264. We deliver countrywide across all 47 counties in Kenya. Activation Lock verified removed, battery health disclosed on request, macOS genuinely activated, and 30-day warranty standard. Call or WhatsApp to confirm current stock before visiting.
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