Tech Advisor - UK (2020-03)

38 TECH ADVISOR • MARCH 2020

REVIEW

357.9x245.9x16.2mm, while the 15in model measures

349.3x240.7x15.5mm. The 2kg 16in MacBook Pro is

also heavier by about 170g.

If you have accessories designed to fit the 15in

MacBook Pro, they may not fit the new 16in model.

And if you have a smaller bag or backpack that snugly

fits the 15in MacBook Pro, the 16in model may be too

big. As for the heavier weight, I didn’t notice it while

lugging the new laptop during my work commute, but

I’m also bigger than the average person and probably

not as sensitive as someone who is smaller than me.

Fortunately, Apple took advantage of the extra

space to make the battery bigger – the company said

that more battery life was another top demand by

The 16in MacBook Pro

(bottom) is noticeably bigger

than the 15in model (top)