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Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch 2019 | Intel Core i7-8569U | 16GB RAM | 512GB SSD | Touch Bar with Touch ID
Larger capacity spec aimed at videographers, architects, podcasters, and analysts who render long timelines regularly.
Condition: Used
Note: price and availability are subject to change without prior notice
MacBook Pro 13-inch 2019 with the 2.8GHz quad-core Intel Core i7, 16GB of memory, and a 512GB SSD is now in stock at Mascom International for KSh 55,000. This MacBook Pro 13-inch 2019 reaches our shelves as a carefully maintained international import, lightly used internationally under controlled office conditions and never deployed locally in Kenya. Find it at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, open Monday to Saturday from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. The unit carries the Touch Bar with a built-in Touch ID sensor, four Thunderbolt 3 ports, and a 13.3-inch Retina screen running 2560 by 1600 pixels.
Video editors, software developers, architects, and university students at Strathmore, USIU, and the University of Nairobi keep asking for a Mac that handles real work without the KSh 200,000 outlay of a current model. The MacBook Pro 13-inch 2019 answers that question directly. Its quad-core chip turbo boosts to 4.7GHz, so Final Cut Pro exports, Xcode builds, and forty-tab Safari sessions keep moving instead of stalling. The 16GB memory allocation lets a designer hold Photoshop, Illustrator, and a browser open together. Freelance creators moving between Kilimani cafes and client offices get a 1.37kg body that slides into any laptop bag.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya who sell Macs under vague condition labels, Mascom International states plainly what this machine is: a used unit, never a refurbished one, with no swapped parts hidden from the buyer. Users consistently report that the anodised aluminium shell and Retina panel age far better than plastic Windows laptops sold at the same money. At Mascom International, we're seeing steady demand from creators who want macOS without paying Apple Silicon prices. Walk into our Kimathi Street store, run your own software on the MacBook Pro 13-inch 2019, and decide with the machine in front of you.
Common Questions About the MacBook Pro 13-inch 2019
How do I know this import has not been rebuilt or refurbished?
It is used, not refurbished, and the difference matters. A refurbished machine has been opened, stripped, and rebuilt with replacement parts, often by a third party you cannot trace. This unit was lightly used internationally in an office setting, then imported whole. Nothing has been swapped, recased, or reflashed. Mascom International inspects the battery cycle count, keyboard, screen, ports, and Touch ID sensor before any unit reaches the shelf. You can run those same checks yourself at our Kimathi Street counter before paying.
How fast is the 2.8GHz Core i7 for real work?
Fast enough for full editing and development workloads. The Core i7-8569U runs four cores and eight threads, hitting 4.7GHz on turbo with 8MB of L3 cache plus 128MB of eDRAM. Independent Cinebench R23 testing puts it near 1,110 points single-core and 4,727 multi-core. In practice that means a ten-minute 1080p timeline exports in a few minutes, Xcode compiles finish without long waits, and Excel models with thousands of rows recalculate instantly.
Which macOS version does this MacBook Pro 13-inch 2019 still run?
macOS Sequoia is the final major release for the 13-inch 2019 model. Apple's macOS Tahoe list covers only the 16-inch 2019 and a handful of later Intel Macs, so this machine stops at Sequoia. Sequoia still receives Apple security patches, and every mainstream app you need in Kenya runs on it, including Microsoft 365, Adobe Creative Cloud, Zoom, Chrome, and Final Cut Pro. Plan on comfortable daily use for several more years rather than indefinite feature updates.
Can the 16GB memory or 512GB SSD be upgraded later?
No, and that is exactly why this configuration matters. Apple solders both the 2133MHz LPDDR3 memory and the SSD directly to the logic board on this generation. Buying the 8GB or 256GB version locks you in permanently. This unit already carries the 16GB and 512GB configuration Apple charged extra for, so nothing needs upgrading. For extra room, add an external Thunderbolt 3 or USB-C drive, which Mascom International stocks alongside the laptops.
How long does the battery run on a Nairobi workday?
Apple rated the 58.0 watt-hour battery at up to ten hours of wireless browsing when the machine was new. On a used unit expect roughly five to seven hours of mixed work, depending on cycle count and screen brightness. That covers a full day of documents, email, and video calls from Westlands to Upper Hill. The bundled 61W USB-C adapter refills the battery quickly during a lunch break, and any 60W or higher USB-C charger works too.
What does the Touch Bar actually do day to day?
The Touch Bar replaces the function key row with a thin touchscreen strip that changes per application. In Final Cut Pro it shows a scrubbable timeline, in Safari it shows open tabs, and in Photoshop it exposes brush size and opacity sliders. The Touch ID sensor sits at the right end, unlocking the machine, authorising app installs, and confirming Apple Pay purchases with a fingerprint instead of a typed password. Standard function keys remain available by holding the Fn key.
Which ports and adapters will I need in Kenya?
Plan for USB-C. The machine carries four Thunderbolt 3 ports, all of which handle charging, data at 40Gb/s, and display output, plus a 3.5mm headphone jack. There is no HDMI socket, no SD card slot, and no USB-A port, so a multiport hub is worth budgeting for. Mascom International stocks USB-C hubs with HDMI, USB-A, SD, and Ethernet built in, letting you connect a projector at a client pitch or an SD card straight from a camera.
Is the MacBook Pro 13-inch 2019 worth KSh 55,000 in Kenya?
For anyone who needs macOS on a budget, yes. A current MacBook Air with comparable 16GB memory and 512GB storage costs above KSh 190,000 locally. This machine gives you the same operating system, a sharper 227 pixel-per-inch Retina display than most laptops at any price, Touch ID security, and a metal chassis, for roughly a quarter of that. Buyers throughout Kenya tell us it handles their editing, coding, and design work without complaint.
Technical Specifications
Processor Architecture and Real-World Speed
- 2.8GHz quad-core Intel Core i7-8569U with eight threads, handling video exports and code compilation without stalling
- Turbo Boost reaches 4.7GHz on demand, keeping single-threaded apps like Excel and Safari responsive under load
- 8MB shared L3 cache plus 128MB of on-die eDRAM shortens the wait when large files load repeatedly
- 14nm Coffee Lake architecture rated at 28W, a higher thermal budget than typical 15W ultrabook chips
- Cinebench R23 scores of roughly 1,110 single-core and 4,727 multi-core place it above most budget laptops sold today
- Apple T2 security chip manages encrypted storage, secure boot, and the Touch ID sensor independently of the main processor
Memory Configuration and Multitasking Headroom
- 16GB of 2133MHz LPDDR3 memory soldered to the logic board, double the 8GB base configuration Apple shipped
- Holds Photoshop, Illustrator, Chrome, and Slack open simultaneously without the swap-file slowdown that plagues 8GB machines
- Low-power DDR3 draws less current than standard DDR4 modules, contributing directly to longer unplugged battery runtime
- Memory is not user-replaceable, making this factory 16GB configuration the setting you keep for the machine's lifetime
- Enough headroom to run a Windows virtual machine through Parallels alongside macOS for accounting or QuickBooks work
Storage Capacity and Transfer Speed
- 512GB PCIe-based SSD, twice the 256GB entry capacity, holding roughly 100 hours of 1080p footage or 60,000 RAW photos
- Independent testing places sequential read speeds above 2,000MB/s, so large project files open in seconds
- Storage is soldered and encrypted by the T2 chip, meaning data stays protected if the machine is ever stolen
- Four Thunderbolt 3 ports accept external SSDs at up to 40Gb/s when a project archive outgrows internal space
- FileVault full-disk encryption runs without any measurable speed penalty thanks to the T2 hardware encryption path
Retina Display and Colour Accuracy
- 13.3-inch LED-backlit IPS panel at 2560 by 1600 pixels, equal to 227 pixels per inch of text sharpness
- 500 nits of brightness stays readable beside a Nairobi office window, though direct outdoor sun still washes it out
- Wide colour P3 gamut covers the range broadcasters and print houses expect, useful for grading and photo retouching
- True Tone shifts white balance to match room lighting, reducing eye strain during long evening editing sessions
- Scaled resolutions of 1680 by 1050 and 1440 by 900 trade sharpness for extra desktop working space
- Touch Bar sits above the keyboard as a second display strip, adapting its controls to whichever app is active
Graphics Hardware and External Monitor Support
- Intel Iris Plus Graphics 655 with 128MB of dedicated eDRAM, the strongest integrated graphics in Intel's U-series range
- Drives one 5K display at 5120 by 2880 and 60Hz, or two 4K monitors, over Thunderbolt 3
- Handles Final Cut Pro and Premiere timelines at 1080p smoothly, with 4K editing possible using proxy media
- HEVC and H.264 hardware decoding plays 4K streams from Netflix, YouTube, and Showmax without heating the chassis
- Runs older titles such as Dota 2 and Counter-Strike at playable frame rates on medium settings
- No discrete graphics card, so heavy 3D rendering and modern AAA gaming fall outside this machine's remit
Battery Life and Charging
- Built-in 58.0 watt-hour lithium-polymer battery, rated by Apple at up to ten hours of wireless browsing when new
- Expect five to seven hours of mixed real-world use on a used unit, depending on measured battery cycle count
- 61W USB-C Power Adapter included, charging from any of the four Thunderbolt 3 ports on either side
- Any 60W or higher USB-C laptop charger or power bank works, useful during Kenya Power outages upcountry
- Up to 30 days of standby time, so the machine wakes ready after a weekend left closed in a bag
Build Quality, Ports, and Security Hardware
- Anodised aluminium unibody in Silver or Space Gray, measuring 30.41cm wide, 21.24cm deep, and 1.49cm thin
- Weighs 1.37kg, light enough for a daily matatu commute or a domestic flight to Kisumu or Mombasa
- Four Thunderbolt 3 USB-C ports, each handling charging, 40Gb/s data, and DisplayPort video output
- 3.5mm headphone jack retained, plus stereo speakers with high dynamic range and a three-microphone array
- Touch ID sensor and Apple T2 chip together handle fingerprint login, secure boot, and encrypted storage keys
- 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0 connect to Safaricom Home Fibre, Faiba, and Zuku routers without adapters
- 720p FaceTime HD camera covers Zoom, Teams, and Google Meet calls at standard video conferencing quality
Package Contents
- MacBook Pro 13-inch 2019 in clean used condition, inspected and tested at our Nairobi CBD counter
- Compatible USB-C power adapter rated at 61W, either the original Apple unit or a tested equivalent
- USB-C charge cable
- 6-month Mascom International warranty card
- Battery health and cycle count report shared at the counter or over WhatsApp before purchase
Note:Colour availability depends on current stock. Ask about Silver and Space Gray units before ordering.
Warranty
This MacBook Pro 13-inch 2019 is a carefully maintained international import, never deployed locally in Kenya. Mascom International provides a 6-month warranty covering hardware functionality, including the logic board, screen, keyboard, trackpad, and ports. Battery wear from normal use falls outside the cover, as does accidental damage or liquid ingress. Our Nairobi CBD service desk handles every claim directly, with no third-party workshop in between.
Buying the MacBook Pro 13-inch 2019 from Mascom International
Mascom International stocks the MacBook Pro 13-inch 2019 at our Nairobi CBD location: Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street. Walk in Monday through Saturday between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM to open the lid, check the battery cycle count, test the Touch Bar, and run your own software before committing a shilling. Silver and Space Gray units both pass through our stock.
Three ways to order:
- Call/WhatsApp +254 708 852 521
- Email info@mascomintl.com
- Order through www.mascomintl.com
Pay-on-arrival delivery reaches every Kenyan county. Nairobi and its environs receive the machine the same day. Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Garissa, and all other major towns receive it within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. You inspect the laptop and pay only when it arrives at your door.
Every unit ships with the 6-month Mascom warranty stated above.
Buyers across Kenya rely on Mascom International for accurate specifications, honest condition reporting, and after-sales backing handled from our own Nairobi CBD store rather than a call centre.
Disclaimer: We can not guarantee that the information on this product is 100% correct
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