The 2020 Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch (MWP42LL/A equivalent, ex-UK used) delivers Apple’s legendary build quality and performance in a compact, highly sought-after configuration: a 10th-generation 2.3 GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 (1068NG7) with Turbo Boost up to 4.1 GHz, a generous 32 GB of 3733 MHz LPDDR4X RAM, and a fast 512 GB PCIe SSD. Its stunning 13.3-inch Retina display features True Tone, P3 wide color, and 500 nits brightness, while the four Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports, Touch Bar with dynamic controls, Touch ID sensor, and improved scissor-switch Magic Keyboard with 1 mm travel make daily work feel effortless. The iconic Force Touch trackpad remains unmatched in precision, and stereo speakers with wide dynamic range and Dolby Atmos support deliver surprisingly rich audio for a 13-inch machine.
Weighing just 1.4 kg and wrapped in Space Gray or Silver aluminum, this 2020 model runs macOS Sonoma (or Ventura) smoothly and will receive Apple updates through at least 2027–2028. As an ex-UK used unit, it typically shows minimal cosmetic wear, retains excellent battery health (80–95 % of original capacity), and offers exceptional value—delivering near-M1-level real-world performance for video editing, music production, programming, and photography at a fraction of the original £2,399 price. It remains one of the last Intel MacBook Pros that can natively run Windows via Boot Camp, making it a favorite among users who need both macOS and occasional Windows-only software.
Key Features
Maxed-Out 32 GB RAM Configuration
This 2020 MacBook Pro stands out with its rare 32 GB of 3733 MHz LPDDR4X RAM, a factory option that Apple no longer offers on any current 13-inch model. It effortlessly handles large Photoshop files, 4K video timelines in Final Cut Pro or DaVinci Resolve, multiple virtual machines, heavy Logic Pro projects with dozens of tracks and plug-ins, and Chrome with 50+ tabs without ever hitting swap.
Bright True Tone Retina Display with P3 Color
The 13.3-inch Retina panel delivers 2560 × 1600 resolution at 227 ppi, 500 nits brightness, and full DCI-P3 wide color gamut. True Tone automatically adjusts white balance to match ambient lighting, reducing eye strain during long sessions, while the excellent factory calibration makes it a trusted tool for photographers and video editors who need accurate colors straight out of the box.
Four Thunderbolt 3 Ports and Ultimate Connectivity
Unlike the two-port entry models, this higher-end 2020 version includes four full-bandwidth Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports that support 40 Gbps data, charging, and dual 6K or one 5K external displays. It can drive two 4K monitors at 60 Hz simultaneously while still charging, making it far more desk-friendly than newer two-port MacBooks.
Magic Keyboard with Reliable Scissor Mechanism
Apple replaced the problematic butterfly keyboard with the refined scissor-switch Magic Keyboard in 2020, offering 1 mm key travel, crisp feedback, an inverted-T arrow layout, and a physical Escape key. Paired with the best-in-class Force Touch trackpad that supports pressure sensitivity and haptic feedback, it remains one of the most comfortable 13-inch typing experiences available.
Last Intel MacBook Pro with Native Boot Camp Support
As one of the final Intel-based MacBook Pros, it natively supports Boot Camp for running Windows 10 or 11 alongside macOS without translation layers. This unique capability is essential for professionals who rely on Windows-only software (certain CAD tools, enterprise applications, or legacy games) while still enjoying the full macOS ecosystem and future security updates until at least 2027–2028.
What’s in the Box
- Macbook
- Power Cord
FAQs
How does performance compare to an M1/M2 MacBook Pro?
In single-core tasks it is 15–25% slower than an M1 Pro, but the 32 GB RAM and four real cores make it faster than the base 8 GB M1 in heavy multitasking, large Photoshop/Lightroom projects, Docker, virtual machines, and Logic Pro with many tracks. For 4K video editing in Final Cut Pro it is very close to the M1 when you have 32 GB, because the bottleneck is usually RAM rather than CPU.
Can the SSD or RAM be upgraded later?
No. Both the 32 GB RAM and 512 GB SSD are soldered. This is the highest factory configuration Apple ever offered for this model—if you buy this exact spec, you will never be able to increase either component.








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