description MacBook Pro 13-inch M2 Overview
This model bridges the gap between the Air and the larger Pros. It offers the M2 chip's performance boost in a more professional chassis than the Air. It's excellent for developers and designers who need more ports and sustained performance than the Air provides, but don't require the 14-inch screen size. A solid mid-tier professional machine.
help MacBook Pro 13-inch M2 FAQ
What year and chip is the 13-inch MacBook Pro in this listing?
The 13-inch MacBook Pro with M2 is the 2022 model, built around Apple's M2 chip. It has a 13.3-inch Retina display and the older Touch Bar design. [Apple](https://support.apple.com/en-gb/111869)
How many ports does the M2 13-inch MacBook Pro really have?
It has two Thunderbolt or USB 4 ports and a 3.5 mm headphone jack, but no HDMI or SD card slot. It uses USB-C for charging rather than a MagSafe connector. [Apple](https://support.apple.com/en-gb/111869)
Can the M2 13-inch MacBook Pro run an external monitor?
Apple specifies support for one external display up to 6K resolution at 60 Hz. If you need two external displays or built-in HDMI and SDXC, the 14-inch MacBook Pro class is a better match. [Apple](https://support.apple.com/en-gb/111869)
Why choose it over the M2 MacBook Air for sustained work?
The 13-inch Pro has active cooling and a larger battery, with Apple rating it for up to 20 hours of video playback. Its advantage is sustained load and battery life rather than extra I/O, because it still has only two Thunderbolt or USB 4 ports. [Apple](https://support.apple.com/en-gb/111869)
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