Our comparison report of the Apple MacBook Pro 2016 and the Microsoft Surface Book 2 has highlighted the excellent features of the two devices. Below we have pitted the two laptops from the technology giants mainly in terms of their specs to reveal the real laptop winner.

To begin with, the MacBook Pro 2016 is a compact device that sports an aluminum unibody chassis, which is touted to be sleeker as compared to its predecessors. It features an OLED Touch bar, which has replaced the function keys at the top of the keyboard. The device also consists of a Touch ID sensor in the power button that allows you to easily sign-in and make Apple Pay payments online.  

On the other hand, the Microsoft Surface Book 2 model is quite similar in design as compared to its earlier installment. It consists of a detachable display with an innovative hinge that will let the screen sit at any desired angle.

In terms of display, the Microsoft Surface Book 2 excels with a 13.5-inch screen, PixelSense display and 3000 x 2000 pixels, resolution panel with an aspect ratio of 3:2.  Besides, the MacBook Pro sports a 13.3-inch screen with Retina display, 2560 x 1600 pixels resolution with an aspect ratio of 8:5. The Surface Book's display is touted to be detailed and sharper whereas the MacBook Pro is reported to provide you with brighter display and high contrast levels.  

When it comes to the performance-related hardware specs, both the Apple and the Microsoft devices consist of Intel Core i5 and i7 chipset options. Also, the laptop also offers 8GB to 16GB RAM capacity options depending on the different variant configuration. However, the MacBook Pro provides you with internal storage of 256 GB whereas the Surface Book 2 consists of 128 GB internal memory option.

Additionally, the Surface Book 2 consists of two USB 3.0 ports and one Mini Display port while the MacBook Pro features four Thunderbolt 3 ports. Lastly, the new Surface Book 2 with Intel core i7 has been priced for $3,299 whereas the upgraded Apple MacBook Pro is available for $2,899.

To sum up, it can be stated that the Apple device provides you with unique Touch Bar and sensors, whereas the Microsoft Surface Book offers a unique blend of excellent display and performance.