Slow integrated graphics (struggle to drive the high-resolution display, especially on early models).Older, blurry applications are not updated.Two (2) Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 ports and one (1) HDMI port.Excellent battery life, generally (especially for the “Haswell” and “Broadwell” based “Mid-2014” and “Early 2015” models).Upgradable PCIe-based “blade” (for the Late 2013 and later models) although there is less physical space for the module.SSD module mounted in a drive caddy, making more diverse upgrades possible (for the Late 2012 and Early 2013 models).Relatively fast due to flash storage (present in all models – the discontinued Late 2012, Early 2013, Late 2013, and Mid-2014 lines, plus the current Early 2015 models.Light and thin, considering the quality and resolution of the display.High-quality, ultra high-resolution, beautiful display at 2560×1600, 227 ppi.Here’s a quick look at some of the advantages and disadvantages of getting this laptop. Understanding the “pros and cons” of getting a 13-inch Retina Display MacBook Pro model will help you decide whether this is the right laptop for you to not, and evaluate what your laptop needs are.

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