This device was the first MacBook to be released in 2017 and comes with a 1.2 GHz Intel Core m3 Skylake processor (M3-7Y32) and a 12-inch screen. The aluminum casing also comes in more colors than was previously available such as space grey, gold, and a rose gold finish. This a1534 device also has upgraded battery life. The graphics processor is upgraded to the Intel HD Graphics 615. Further device specifications and capabilities can be found below.
1.2 GHZCore M3
8 GB
256 SSD
10 Hours
Storage
This device comes with 256 GB of PCIe-based flash storage soldered to the motherboard (unable to be upgraded). The storage speed of the hard drive is estimated between 1151/1544 MB per second.
Screen Size and Resolution
This MacBook comes with a 12-inch screen that runs at 2304 x 1440 and incorporates the new TFT LED-Backlit active-matrix “Retina” display. This allows for millions of colors to be displayed clearly as the pixel density is 226 pixels per inch. This ensures that individual pixels are not easily detectable at a normal viewing distance. With IPS technology this device also supports other resolutions such as 1440 x 900, 1280 x 800, and 1024×640.
Processor& Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
The pre-installed operating system on this device is MacOS X 10.12.5 (16F2073). Apple also made a return to Intel for the provision of a graphics processor with the Intel Integrated HD Graphics 615 graphics processor replacing the HD Graphics 5300 used in the early 2015 model. This processor shares the memory of the onboard 8 GB 1866 MHz LPDDR3 SDRAM.
Memory & Architecture
The device features a 4 MB Level 3 cache and an upgraded RAM to an 8 GB 1866 MHz LPDDR3 SDRAM from the 8 GB 1600 MHz LPDDR3 SDRAM that accompanied the early 2015 version (cannot be upgraded). This is centered around a 64-Bit architecture.
Battery Life
The device comes with a 41.4 W h Li-Poly battery that can provide up to 10 hours of “wireless web” use, 12 hours of “iTunes movie playback” and “30 days” of standby time. A 29W USB-C power adapter also accompanies the device.
Available Upgrades
The RAM and onboard external storage are fixed without the option of upgrading. The 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of onboard PCIe-based flash storage are only available to upgrade at the time of purchase. The device is approximately 0.14 – 0.52 inches thick and weighs 2.03 pounds making it thinner and lighter than the MacBook Air series.
Inclusive Features
The MacBook Pro includes the following features and ports:
Standard AirPort (802.11ac)
Bluetooth 4.2 provides optimal low energy usage for quick PAN (Personal Area Network) connections and transfers and is also backward compatible with lower Bluetooth devices
1 USB-C port for connectivity
480p FaceTime Webcam
Optical digital audio in/out for connecting external audio equipment like headphones and microphones
By attaching VGA or HDMI adapters to the single USB-C port you can assess 2nd display support resolution properties of up to 4096×230
Full size backlit keyboard
Force Touch Track Pad which lets you Force click by pressing on the trackpad and then applying more pressure
Introduced:June 5, 2017
Discontinued: July 9, 2019
Screen Size and Resolution
Memory
Screen Size
12 inches
Level 1 Cache
32k/32k x2
Resolution
2304×1440
Level 2/Level 3 Cache
256k x2, 4MB on-chip
Processor
RAM Type
LPDDR3 SDRAM
Processors
1 (2 Cores)
Min. RAM Speed
1866 MHz
Architecture
64-Bit
Standard RAM
8 GB
Speed
1.2 GHz
Maximum RAM
16 GB
Type
Core m3 (M3-7Y32)
RAM Slots
None
Processor Upgrade
Soldered
Motherboard RAM
16 GB
FPU
Integrated
Graphics
System Bus Speed
4 GT/s OPI
Video Card
HD Graphics 615
Cache Bus Speed
1.2 GHz (Built-in)
VRAM Type
Integrated
ROM/Firmware
EFI
Standard VRAM
N/A
EFI Architecture
64-Bit
Maximum VRAM
N/A
Storage
Inclusive Features and Ports
Standard Storage
256 GB SSD
Standard Optical Drive
None
Storage Speed
1151/1544 MB/s
Standard Ethernet
None
Storage Dimensions
Soldered
Standard Modem
None
Storage Interface
Onboard (PCIe 3.0 x 2)
Standard Air Port
802.11ac
Battery
Standard Bluetooth
4.2
Type
41.4 W h Li-Poly
USB Port (C)
1
Battery Life
10 – 11 hours
FireWire 400
None
Description
Keyboard
Full-size
Case Type
Notebook
Inclusive Input
Trackpad (Force Touch)
Form Factor
MacBook Retina 12”
S-Video Output
None
Apple Order No
MNYF2LL/A
Microphone
1
Apple Subfamily
Mid-2017
Headphone
1
Apple Model Number
A1534 (EMC 3099)
Sound Out
1
Model ID
MacBook 10.1
Power Adapter
1
Identifier reference: MNYF2LL/A, A1534, EMC 3099, MacBook10,1. Use these together because one Apple identifier can sometimes cover multiple configurations.
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