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Apple MacBook Pro “M1 Pro” 8-core 3.2 14” 2021 Specs
MacBook Pro 2021, MacBookPro18,3 – MKGR3LL/A – A2442 – 3650
About this MacBook Pro
The Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch M1 Pro was officially launched on October 18, 2021. There are several improvements in this model as compared to its 2020 MacBook Pro Intel predecessors. This MacBook Pro model has better display quality, a faster processor, a simple and user-friendly keyboard, and more external connectivity options.
This MacBook Pro 2021 is packed with a 3.2 GHz Apple M1 Pro processor with 8 cores. On the other hand, the top-of-the-line model MacBook Pro “M1 Max” is powered by 10 cores (8 performance cores and 2 efficiency cores). The default RAM of this MacBook Pro is 16 GB. It also has a 512 GB onboarding SSD.
The display of this MacBook Pro is a 14-inch Liquid Retina XDR display. It also features a 1080p FaceTime webcam. This model features a backlit full-size Magic keyboard, a high-fidelity six-speaker sound system, a “Force Touch” trackpad, and a Touch ID sensor. This model does not have a Touch Bar that was first introduced in the 2016 MacBook Pro.
This model has a unibody case design milled from a single piece of aluminum. It comes with housing colors of silver and a darker “Space Gray”. The MacBook Pro 14-inch M1 Pro has a wide range of connectivity options including 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6, three Thunderbolt 4 ports, one HDMI 2.0 port, an SD card slot, 3.5 mm headphone jack, a “MagSafe 3” power connector, and Bluetooth 5.
This MacBook Pro comes installed with macOS Monterey 12.0.1 and can be upgraded to the latest macOS. This 14-inch MacBook Pro also measures 0.61 in ×12.31 in ×8.71 in and weighs 3.5 lbs (1.6 kg).
3.2 GHz Apple M1 Pro
16 GB
512 GB SSD
11-17 Hours
Storage & Memory
This MacBook Pro features a 512 GB onboarding SSD for speed and efficiency. The non-removable SSD storage of this device can be upgraded to 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB, and 8 TB. The high ranges of SSD of this model improve the overall system performance.
Screen Size and Resolution
This Apple MacBook Pro model has a 14.2-inch color widescreen (1,000,000:1 contrast ratio) Liquid Retina XDR display. The display of this device is LED-backlit which delivers up to 1600 nits peak brightness. It provides a display of 3024 x 1964 at 254 ppi. There is also a notch at the top of the display where the webcam and sensors are placed. It also supports 1 billion colors, Wide color (P3), True Tone, and ProMotion for adaptive refresh rates.
Processor& Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
The high performance of this MacBook Pro is powered by a 3.2 GHz 64-bit M1 Pro (SoC) processor. The processor of this model has a total of 8 cores with 6 performance cores and 2 efficiency cores. A 14-core GPU is also installed in this device for improved battery life and better graphics performance. This MacBook Pro model features a 16-core Neural Engine that is responsible for accelerating and optimizing the processing.
This MacBook Pro comes with a pre-installed macOS 12.0.1 (21A558).
Memory & Architecture
This model has a standard 16 GB of “unified” RAM. It could be upgraded to 32 GB for an additional US$400.
BatteryLife
This MacBook Pro has a built-in 70 W h Li-Poly battery that provides a battery life of 11-17 Hours.
Upgradability
The OS on this device can be upgraded to the current version. The 16 GB default RAM could be upgraded to 32 GB. The SSD for this model could be upgradeable to higher ranges as well.
Weight and Size
This 14-inch MacBook Pro weighs around 3.5 pounds (1.6 kg). The dimensions of this MacBook Pro are 1.55 cm (height), 31.26 cm (width), and 22.12 cm (depth).
Inclusive Features:
- Apple M1 Pro processor
- Integrated Apple GPU with 14-cores
- Upgradable 16 GB RAM
- 1080p FaceTime HD webcam
- Magic Keyboard
- Gigantic Force Touch trackpad
- Display resolution of 3024 x 1964
- Connectivity support for 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5
- 11-17 hours battery life
- 8 cores (6 performance cores and 2 efficiency cores)
- 16-core Neural Engine4
- Non-removable 512 GB onboard SSD
- High-fidelity six-speaker sound system
- Touch ID sensor
- 14.2-inch widescreen Liquid Retina XDR display
- 1600 nits peak brightness
- MagSafe 3 power connector
| Introduced: October 18, 2021 | Discontinued: January 17, 2023 | ||
| Screen Size and Resolution | Memory | ||
| Screen Size | 14.2″ Widescreen | Level 1 Cache | 192k+128k x6, 128k+64k x2 |
| Resolution | 3024×1964 | Level 2/Level 3 Cache | 12 MB x6, 4 MB x2 |
| Processor | RAM Type | Unified | |
| Processors | 1 (8 Cores) | Min. RAM Speed | N/A |
| Architecture | 64-Bit | Standard RAM | 16 GB |
| Speed | 3.2 GHz | Maximum RAM | 32 GB |
| Type | Apple M1 Pro | RAM Slots | None |
| Processor Upgrade | Soldered | Motherboard RAM | 16 GB |
| FPU | Integrated | Graphics | |
| System Bus Speed | N/A | Video Card | 14-core |
| Cache Bus Speed | N/A | VRAM Type | Integrated |
| ROM/Firmware | Proprietary | Standard VRAM | Integrated |
| EFI Architecture | 64-Bit | Maximum VRAM | Integrated |
| Storage | Inclusive Features and Ports | ||
| Standard Storage | 512 GB SSD | Standard Optical Drive | None |
| Storage Speed | Onboard | Standard Ethernet | None |
| Storage Dimensions | Soldered | Standard Modem | None |
| Storage Interface | Onboard | Standard AirPort | 802.11ac (Wi-Fi 6) |
| Battery | Standard Bluetooth | 5.0 | |
| Type | 70 W h Li-Poly | USB Port | 3 (4) |
| Battery Life | 11-17 hours | FireWire Port | None |
| Description | Keyboard | Full-size (Magic Keyboard) | |
| Case Type | Notebook | Inclusive Input | Trackpad (Force Touch) |
| Form Factor | MacBook Pro 14″ 2021 | SDXC Card Slot | None |
| Apple Order No | MKGR3LL/A | Microphone | None |
| Apple Subfamily | 14-Inch, M1 Pro, 2021 | Headphone | 3.5 mm |
| Apple Model Number | A2442 (EMC 3650) | Sound Out | None |
| Model ID | MacBookPro18,3 | Power Adapter | 67W USB-C |
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