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73.7 Business Score
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The 13.3-inch 2560x1600 Retina IPS display delivers crisp visuals in a 1.25kg aluminum chassis, though the dual-core 8th Gen Intel Core i5 and integrated UHD Graphics 617 limit performance. Its LED-backlit keyboard and quiet operation are comfortable for extended typing, and the sturdy unibody holds up well on the go. This Renewed model is best for students or light-use professionals needing a portable macOS laptop for everyday tasks like note-taking, email, and media streaming.

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