Apple MacBook “Core M7″ 1.3 12” 2016 Specs
BTO/CTO – MacBook9,1 – A1534
About this MacBook
This a1534 MacBook 12in M7 device is a BTO/CTO device that is nearly identical to MLHA2LL/A and MLHC2LL/A. We have listed this device separately as it has been configured with an upgraded processor when compared to the 2016 MacBook base models. This has been done to make it easier to catalog as well as easier to read.
This was the first MacBook to be released in 2016. It comes with a 1.3 GHz Intel Core m7 Skylake processor (M7-6Y75) 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.
For this device, there was an improvement in the battery life from previous MacBooks. The graphics processor is also upgraded to the Intel HD Graphics 515. This MacBook came installed with macOS 10.11.4 and can be upgraded to macOS 12. Further device specifications and capabilities can be found below.
1.3 GHZCore M7
8 GB
256, 512 GB SSD
10 Hours
Storage
This device includes 256/512 GB of PCIe-based flash storage soldered to the motherboard (cannot be upgraded). The storage speed of the hard drive is estimated between 845/947 MB per second.
Screen Size and Resolution
This MacBook came with a 12-inch screen thatruns 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 x 640.
Processor& Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
The pre-installed operating system on this device was MacOS X 10.11.4 (15E2066). Apple also made a return to Intel for the provision of a graphics processor with the Intel Integrated HD Graphics 515 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 onboard RAM to an 8 GB 1866 MHz LPDDR3 SDRAM from the 8 GB 1600 MHz LPDDR3 SDRAM that accompanied the early 2015 version (unable to upgrade). 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, 11 hours of “iTunes movie playback” and “30 days” of standby time. A 29W USB-C power adapter also accompanies this device.
Available Upgrades
The RAM and onboard external storage are fixed without the option of upgrading. The 8 GB of RAM and 256/512 GB of onboard PCIe-based flash storageis only available to be upgraded at the time of purchase. This 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
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Introduced: April 19, 2016 |
Discontinued: June 5, 2017 |
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Screen Size and Resolution |
Memory |
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Screen Size |
12 inches |
Level 1 Cache |
32k/32k x2 |
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Resolution |
2304×1440 |
Level 2/Level 3 Cache |
256k x2, 4MB on chip |
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Processor |
RAM Type |
LPDDR3 SDRAM |
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Processors |
1 (2 Cores) |
Min. RAM Speed |
1866 MHz |
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Architecture |
64-Bit |
Standard RAM |
8 GB |
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Speed |
1.3 GHz |
Maximum RAM |
8 GB |
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Type |
Core m7(M7-6Y75) |
RAM Slots |
2 |
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Processor Upgrade |
Soldered |
Motherboard RAM |
8GB |
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FPU |
Integrated |
Graphics |
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System Bus Speed |
OPI |
Video Card |
HD Graphics 515 |
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Cache Bus Speed |
1.1 GHz (Built-in) |
VRAM Type |
Integrated |
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ROM/Firmware |
EFI |
Standard VRAM |
1.5 GB |
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EFI Architecture |
64-Bit |
Maximum VRAM |
1.5 GB |
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Storage |
Inclusive Features and Ports |
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Standard Storage |
256, 512 GB SSD |
Standard Optical Drive |
None |
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Storage Speed |
845 – 947 MB/s |
Standard Ethernet |
10/100/1000Base-T |
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Storage Dimensions |
Soldered |
Standard Modem |
None |
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Storage Interface |
Onboard (PCIe 3.0 x 2) |
Standard Air Port |
802.11ac |
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Battery |
Standard Bluetooth |
4.0 |
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Type |
41.4 W h Li-Poly |
USB Port (C) |
1 |
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Battery Life |
10 – 11 hours |
FireWire 400 |
None |
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Description |
Keyboard |
Full-size |
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Case Type |
Notebook |
Inclusive Input |
Trackpad (Force Touch) |
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Form Factor |
MacBook Retina 12” |
S-Video Output |
None |
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Apple Order No |
BTO/CTO |
Microphone |
1 |
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Apple Subfamily |
Early 2016 |
Headphone |
1 |
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Apple Model Number |
A1534 (EMC 2991) |
Sound Out |
1 |
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Model ID |
MacBook 9.1 |
Power Adapter |
1 |
