Apple MacBook Pro 2020 13" IPS (2560 x 1600) Touchbar Core i5-8257U 16GB RAM 512GB SSD Space Grey
 
 
The 2020 MacBook Pro 13-inch with Touch Bar was a significant update, notably introducing the Magic Keyboard (replacing the controversial Butterfly keyboard) and offering improved performance options. It came in two main configurations: lower-priced models with two Thunderbolt 3 ports and higher-end models with four Thunderbolt 3 ports, featuring different Intel processors.
 
 
Overview
Design: The 2020 MacBook Pro 13-inch retained the familiar aluminum unibody design of its predecessors. It was praised for being thin and light, though some critics noted that the design was starting to feel a bit dated compared to some competitors with slimmer bezels.
Magic Keyboard: A major highlight was the switch to the Magic Keyboard, a scissor-mechanism keyboard that offered a more comfortable and reliable typing experience than the problematic Butterfly keyboard.
Touch Bar and Touch ID: All 2020 13-inch MacBook Pro models featured the Touch Bar, a thin OLED strip above the keyboard that dynamically changed to show context-sensitive controls and shortcuts. It also integrated a Touch ID sensor for secure authentication and Apple Pay.
Retina Display: It featured a vibrant 13.3-inch Retina display with 500 nits brightness, Wide Color (P3) support, and True Tone technology for an excellent visual experience.
Performance: The Intel models offered a range of performance options, with the higher-end configurations featuring 10th-generation Intel Core processors. These were a good step up from previous generations, offering solid performance for professional tasks like video editing, graphic design, and software development, especially when configured with more RAM and storage.
Connectivity: Depending on the model, it came with either two or four Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports, providing versatile connectivity for charging, external displays (up to 6K), and high-speed data transfer.
Battery Life: Apple claimed up to 10 hours of wireless web Browse or Apple TV app movie playback for the Intel models.
 
Key Specifications (Intel-based models, as of 2020 launch):
Display:
Size: 13.3-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit Retina display with IPS technology
Resolution: 2560 x 1600 native resolution at 227 pixels per inch
Brightness: 500 nits
Color: Wide color (P3)
Technology: True Tone technology
Memory (RAM):
Standard: 8GB or 16GB of 2133MHz LPDDR3 (8th Gen Intel) or 3733MHz LPDDR4X (10th Gen Intel)
Configurable: Up to 16GB (8th Gen Intel) or up to 32GB (10th Gen Intel)
Storage (SSD):
Standard: 256GB or 512GB PCIe-based SSD
Configurable: Up to 1TB, 2TB, or 4TB SSD
Keyboard and Trackpad:
Keyboard: Backlit Magic Keyboard with a scissor mechanism
Touch Bar: Yes, with integrated Touch ID sensor
Trackpad: Force Touch trackpad
Ports:
Lower-end models: Two Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports (supporting charging, DisplayPort, Thunderbolt 3 up to 40Gb/s, USB 3.1 Gen 2 up to 10Gb/s)
Higher-end models: Four Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports (same capabilities)
Audio: 3.5 mm headphone jack
Wireless:
Wi-Fi: 802.11ac Wi-Fi wireless networking (IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n compatible)
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology
Camera:
FaceTime HD camera: 720p
Audio:
Stereo speakers with high dynamic range
Wide stereo sound
Support for Dolby Atmos playback
Three-mic array with directional beamforming
Battery and Power:
Battery: Built-in 58.0-watt-hour (four-port model) or 58.2-watt-hour (two-port model) lithium-polymer battery
Battery Life (approximate): Up to 10 hours wireless web, up to 10 hours Apple TV app movie playback
Power Adapter: 61W USB-C Power Adapter
Size and Weight:
Height: 0.61 inch (1.56 cm)
Width: 11.97 inches (30.41 cm)
Depth: 8.36 inches (21.24 cm)
Weight: 3.1 pounds (1.4 kg)
Operating System:
Shipped with macOS Catalina, upgradeable to later macOS versions.
The 2020 Intel MacBook Pro 13-inch was a solid iteration, particularly welcomed for its improved keyboard, but it was quickly overshadowed by the revolutionary M1 models released later in the same year, which offered significantly better performance and battery efficiency.