[Ratiofarmings]

But there is the more up to date 14 and 16-inch model with a better keyboard, 120hz screen and updated chassis. This one seems to be some sort of thing to simply hit a price point for the entry level "pro" model. Faster charging, better display and fan for sustained loads, otherwise exactly the same.

Or to satisfy the needs of the few who actually do use the touchbar and don't want it to be abandonware after just two generations.