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31 August 2018

This update of EveryMac.com features complete specs and benchmarks on the latest MacBook Pro models and a comprehensive update to the "Touch Bar" MacBook Pro Q&A to not only cover new notebooks but also to help you get more out of older ones.

EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Lookup has been updated, too.

Mid-2018 MacBook Pro
Photo Credit: Blackmagic Design (Touch Bar MBP - Left, eGPU - Right)

The "Touch Bar" MacBook Pro Q&A answers "How fast are the 'Mid-2018' MacBook Pro models compared to one another? How fast are they compared to the models replaced?" and "What is an eGPU? What is the best eGPU for the 'Touch Bar' MacBook Pro?" and everything in between.

EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Lookup has been updated with additional identifiers for the new MacBook Pro and other Macs from hands-on inspection and submissions by helpful readers. Thank you very much to those who continue to contribute info. It's appreciated always.

For those interested in saving money on a new MacBook Pro, Apple Authorized site sponsor Adorama has the latest models in stock and with free shipping.

If you bought, or buy, a new MacBook Pro, please get in touch and and send in its serial number. Non-personal information will be added to EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Lookup to help with model identification and differentiation. Thank you.

New Q&As

A selection of Q&As since the last major site update include:

What are all the differences between the 13-Inch and 15-Inch "Mid-2018" MacBook Pro models? Which is right for me?
What are all the differences between the "Mid-2018" MacBook Pro models and the "Mid-2017" models replaced?
What are the major differences between the current MacBook and MacBook Pro models? Which is best for my needs?
How fast are the "Mid-2018" MacBook Pro models compared to one another? How fast are they compared to the models replaced?
What is the difference between USB-C and Thunderbolt 3? What Thunderbolt 3 adapters and docks are available for the "Touch Bar" MacBook Pro?
What external storage options are available for the "Touch Bar" MacBook Pro? Are adapters required?
How do you connect the "Touch Bar" MacBook Pro to a wired Ethernet network? Is it even possible?
What is an eGPU? What is the advantage of an eGPU? Do the "Touch Bar" MacBook Pro models support one? Which is best for me?

For all new Q&As, please refer to EveryMac.com's Recently Added Q&As listing.

Additions & Changes:

Completely updated the "Touch Bar" MacBook Pro Q&A.

Added complete specs, benchmarks, identifiers, and global prices:

Updated specification listings:

Updated site features:

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