Apple MacBook Pro “Core i7″ 2.6 15” Late 2016 Specs
2016 – 15-inch –Core i7 – MacBookPro13,3 – MLH32LL/A – A1707
About this Mac
Introducing the latest and greatest models of the Apple MacBook Pro a1707 line up, these are released in Late 2016 and continue till 2017 with a minor revamp. The powerhouse behind this MLH32LL/A device is a Core i7, 6TH Generation “Skylake” 2.6 GHz processor which featured both an integrated graphics card as well as the opportunity for a dedicated card.
A Butterfly Mechanism keyboard is incorporated into the MacBook Pro to allow users to have a comfortable experience while typing. This is an improvement upon previous designs and provides a signature feel to all Apple devices.
This model is only offered in two colors, either silver or space gray. There are no USB ports provided on this device with only 4 Thunderbolt “3” ports provided with the intention for Apple to lead the adoption of USB C type devices.
2.6 GHZ Core i7
16 GB
256 GB Flash Storage
10 Hours
Storage
The MacBook Pro 2016 storage included is a 256 GB of removable PCIe-based flash storage. Flash storage is widely known as an industry leading storage technology and Apple are at the forefront of this.
Screen Size and Resolution
The2016 Apple MacBook Pro Retina 15.4″ display high resolution (2880×1800) LED-backlit widescreen is the default for the screen type and resolution in this model.
Processor& Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
This MacBook Pro 15 inch comes with MacOS X 10.12.1 (16B2659) and runs on a 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 6700HQ (Skylake) processor with up to 3.5 GHz of Turbo Boost supported and aRadeon Pro 450 graphics processor that shares 2 GB of memory with the system.
Memory & Architecture
This MacBook Pro 2016 specs includes a 256k level 2 cache and a 6 MB Level 3 cache plus a 8 GT/s frontside bus with 16 GB of 2133 MHz LPDDR3 SDRAM for its RAM, all this is centered around a 64-Bit architecture. 32-Bit architecture has been and will continue to be dropped due to the limitations it provides.
Battery Life
The Apple MacBook Pro 15 inch 2016 comes with a 76.0 watt-hour lithium polymer battery that provides 10 hours of wireless web or iTunes Movie use. As applications and Mac OS becomes more efficient, so does the devices it runs on.
Upgradability
The operating system of the MacBook Pro 2016 can also be upgraded from its pre-installed MacOS X 10.12.1 (16B2659). If you are looking to run Windows, the system can run Windows 10 (64-Bit) and does it quite efficiently due to updated bios and drivers. This MacBook Pro comes with dimensions of0.61 x 13.75 x 9.48 in and a weight of 4.02 lbs (1.83 kg) – becoming the lightest in MacBook Series so far.
Inclusive Features
The MacBook Pro includes the following features and ports:
- 802.11ac Wi-Fi
- Bluetooth 4.2 PAN (Personal Area Network) connections and transfers
- 4 USB 3.1 (Thunderbolt “3” Ports)
- 3.5mm jack for headphones
- 720p Face Time HD webcam
Introduced: October 27, 2016 | Discontinued: June 5, 2017 | ||
Screen Size and Resolution | Memory | ||
Screen Size | 15.4 inches | Level 1 Cache |
32k/32k x 4 |
Resolution | 2880×1800 | Level 2/Level 3 Cache | 256k x 4, 6MB |
Processor | RAM Type | LPDDR3L SDRAM | |
Processors | 1 (2 Cores) | Min. RAM Speed | LPDDR3 SDRAM |
Architecture | 64-Bit | Standard RAM | 16 GB |
Speed | 2.6 GHz (3.5 GHz Turbo boost) | Maximum RAM | 16 GB |
Type | Core i7 (I7-6700HQ) | RAM Slots | None |
Processor Upgrade | Soldered | Motherboard RAM | 16 GB |
FPU | Integrated | Graphics | |
System Bus Speed | 8 GT/s (OPI) | Video Card | Radeon Pro 450 |
Cache Bus Speed | 2.6 GHz (Built-in) | VRAM Type | GDDR5 |
ROM/Firmware | EFI | Standard VRAM | 2 GB |
EFI Architecture | 64-Bit | Maximum VRAM | 4 GB |
Storage | Inclusive Features and Ports | ||
Standard Storage | 256 GB SSD | Standard Optical Drive | None |
Storage Speed | N/A | Standard Ethernet | None |
Storage Dimensions | Proprietary | Standard Modem | None |
Storage Interface | Proprietary (PCIe 3.0) | Standard AirPort | 802.11ac |
Battery | Standard Bluetooth | 4.0 | |
Type | 76.0W h Li-Poly | USB Port 3.1 | 4 |
Battery Life | 10 hours | FireWire Port | None |
Description | Keyboard | Full-size | |
Case Type | Notebook | Inclusive Input | Trackpad (Force Touch) |
Form Factor | 15″ MacBook Pro (Early 2016, Touch Bar) | SDXC Card Slot | None |
Apple Order No | MLH32LL/A | Microphone | 2 |
Apple Subfamily | Late 2016 15″ (Touch Bar) | Headphone | 1 |
Apple Model Number | A1707 (EMC 3072) | Sound Out | 1 |
Model ID | MacBook Pro 13.3 | Power Adapter | 1 |