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Apple MacBook Pro “Core i7″ 2.4 13” Late 2016 Specs
MacBook Pro Late 2016 13″ – BTO/CTO – MacBookPro13,1 – A1708 – 2978
About this MacBook Pro
This device is a BTO/CTO device which is nearly identical to MLL42LL/A. We have listed this device separately as it has been configured with an upgraded processor when compared to the base model. This has been done to make it easier to catalog as well as easier to read.
Introducing the latest and greatest models of the Apple a1708 MacBook Pro lineup, these are released in Late 2016 and continue till 2017 with a minor revamp. The powerhouse behind this MacBook Pro 13 inch Retina device is a Core i7, 6TH Generation “Skylake” 2.4 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 2 Thunderbolt “3” ports provided with the intention for Apple to lead the adoption of USB C type devices.
2.4 GHz Core i7
8 GB
256 GB SSD
10 Hours
Storage
The storage included in the MacBook Pro 13 inch 2016 is a 256 GB of removable PCIe-based flash storage. Upgrades of 512 GB and 1 TB are available on purchase. Flash storage is widely known as an industry leading storage technology and Apple are at the forefront of this.
Screen Size and Resolution
The Apple Macbook Pro 13 inch Retina display has a high resolution (2560×1600) LED-backlit widescreen which is the default for the screen type and resolution in this model.
Processor& Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
This MacBook Pro comes with MacOS X 10.12 (16A2323a) and runs on a 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 6660U (Skylake) processor with up to 3.4 GHz of Turbo Boost supported and an Intel Iris Graphics 540 processor that shares 1.5 GB of memory with the system.
Memory & Architecture
This MacBook Pro 13 specs features a 256k level 2 cache and a 4 MB Level 3 cache plus a 4 GT/s frontside bus with 8 GB of 1866 MHz LDDR3 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 MacBook Pro 13 inch 2016 comes with a 54.5 watt-hour lithium polymer battery that provides 10 hours of a wireless web or iTunes Movie use. As applications and Mac OS becomes more efficient, so does the devices it runs on.
Upgradability
This MacBook Pro can be upgraded from 8 GB RAM to up to 16 GB RAM on a purchase but cannot be upgraded after that. The operating system of the MacBook Pro can also be upgraded from its pre-installed MacOS X 10.12 (16A2323a). 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 of 0.59 in ×11.97 in ×8.36 in and a weight of 3.02 lbs (1.37 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
- Two USB 3.1 (Thunderbolt “3” Ports)
- 3.5mm jack for headphones
- No button glass multi-touch trackpad (Force Touch)
- 720p
Face Time HD webcam
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Introduced: October 27, 2016 |
Discontinued: June 5, 2017 |
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Screen Size and Resolution |
Memory |
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Screen Size |
13.3″ Widescreen |
Level 1 Cache |
32k/32k x 2 |
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Resolution |
2560×1600 |
Level 2/Level 3 Cache |
256k x 2, 4 MB |
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Processor |
RAM Type |
LPDDR3L 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 |
2.4 GHz |
Maximum RAM |
16 GB |
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Type |
Core i7 (I7-6660U) |
RAM Slots |
None |
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Processor Upgrade |
Soldered |
Motherboard RAM |
8 GB |
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FPU |
Integrated |
Graphics |
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System Bus Speed |
4 GT/s (OPI) |
Video Card |
Iris Graphics 540 |
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Cache Bus Speed |
2.4 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 GB SSD |
Standard Optical Drive |
None |
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Storage Speed |
N/A |
Standard Ethernet |
None |
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Storage Dimensions |
Proprietary |
Standard Modem |
None |
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Storage Interface |
Proprietary (PCIe 3.0) |
Standard AirPort |
802.11ac |
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Battery |
Standard Bluetooth |
4.2 |
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Type |
54.5 W h Li-Poly |
USB Ports |
2 (3.1) |
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Battery Life |
10 hours |
FireWire Port |
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 |
13” MacBook Pro (No Touch Bar) |
SDXC Card Slot |
None |
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Apple Order No |
BTO/CTO |
Microphone |
2 |
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Apple Subfamily |
Late 2016 13” |
Headphone |
3.5 mm |
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Apple Model Number |
A1708 (EMC 2978) |
Sound Out |
1 |
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Model ID |
MacBook Pro 13,1 |
Power Adapter |
1 |
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