Apple MacBook Pro “M1 Pro” 10-Core 3.2 14” 2021 Specs
MacBook Pro 18,3 – MKGT3LL/A – A2442 – 3650
About this MacBook Pro
This 2021 MacBook Pro M1 Pro belongs to Apple’s latest 14-inch series. It was initially launched on October 18, 2021, along with other models. These models feature better display quality and faster processors than previous 2020 MacBook Pro Intel models. The Apple M1 Pro processor powers this model. It delivers incredible performance as well as fantastic battery life. It can reach up to 3.2 GHz speed featuring 10 cores (8 performance cores and 2 efficiency cores). It also has a 16-core GPU that can handle graphics-intensive games and play as many as 4 streams of 8K video. 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).
This MacBook Pro 2021 has a 16-core Neural Engine that further boosts the system’s overall performance. The robust internal architecture of this MacBook Pro makes it an ideal choice for professional work. These MacBook Pro models have excellent display quality. It features a 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display having impressive HDR specifications and performance. A 1080p FaceTime HD web is also installed on the top of the display. This notebook is offered in Silver and a darker “Space Gray” color.
Several connectivity options of this device include 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 wireless networking, Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology, 3 Thunderbolt 4 ports, HDMI 2.0 port, an SDXC-capable SD card slot, and 3.5 mm headphone jack, and a power connector (MagSafe 3). This device’s other notable features are TouchID, Force Touch trackpad, Magic Keyboard, and a high-fidelity six-speaker sound system having force-canceling woofers. This model does not have the Touch Bar that was first introduced in the 2016 MacBook Pro.
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 M1 Pro
16 GB
1 TB SSD
11 – 17 Hours
Storage & Memory
The storage of this MacBook Pro model is configurable. However, this model comes with the default storage of 1 TB SSD.
Screen Size and Resolution
This notebook features a 14.2-inch (16:10) Liquid Retina XDR display with a high resolution of 3024×1964 at 254 ppi with a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio. It provides 1000 nits of sustained brightness and 1600 nits of peak brightness (HDR), making the dark images more bright. This notebook’s display has support for 1 billion colors, True Tone, ProMotion, and Wide Color (P3).
Processor& Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
This notebook comes with the pre-installed macOS 12.0.1 (21A558). The superior performance of this MacBook Pro is fueled by a heavy-duty M1 Pro 10-core processor providing 200GB/s of memory bandwidth. The 16-core GPU of this system runs parallel with a 16-core Neural Engine, allowing it to perform faster and easily handle massive tasks.
Memory & Architecture
This MacBook Pro features 16 GB of RAM. It can be configured to 32 GB.
Battery Life
The 2021 14-inch MacBook Pro model is energized by a rechargeable 70 W h Li-Poly battery. As per Apple’s claim, it can provide 11-17 hours of battery life.
Upgradability
Aforementioned, the unified memory of this device can be upgraded to 32 GB at the time of purchase. The SSD memory is also configurable to 2 TB, 4 TB, and 8 TB for an additional cost.
Inclusive Features
- Apple’s powerful M1 Pro processor
- 16-core GPU integrated with the SoC
- 16-core Neural Engine for faster parallel processing
- 200GB/s memory bandwidth
- Configurable RAM and SSD
- 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display
- ProMotion technology
- Wide color (P3) and True Tone technology
- 70-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery
- Backlit Magic Keyboard with TouchID
- Various connectivity options
- Available in Silver and darker Space Gray colors
- Elegant design
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Introduced: October 18, 2021 |
Discontinued: January 17, 2023 |
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Screen Size and Resolution |
Memory |
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Screen Size |
14.2″ Widescreen |
Level 1 Cache |
192k+128k x8, 128k+64k x2* |
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Resolution |
3024×1964 |
Level 2/Level 3 Cache |
12 MB x6, 4 MB x2* |
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Processor |
RAM Type |
Unified |
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Processors |
1 (10 Cores) |
Min. RAM Speed |
N/A |
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Architecture |
64-Bit |
Standard RAM |
16 GB |
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Speed |
3.2 GHz |
Maximum RAM |
32 GB |
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Type |
Apple M1 Pro |
RAM Slots |
None |
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Processor Upgrade |
Soldered |
Motherboard RAM |
16 GB |
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FPU |
Integrated |
Graphics |
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System Bus Speed |
N/A |
Video Card |
14-core |
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Cache Bus Speed |
N/A |
VRAM Type |
Integrated |
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ROM/Firmware |
Proprietary |
Standard VRAM |
Integrated |
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EFI Architecture |
64-Bit |
Maximum VRAM |
Integrated |
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Storage |
Inclusive Features and Ports |
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Standard Storage |
1 TB SSD |
Standard Optical Drive |
None |
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Storage Speed |
N/A |
Standard Ethernet |
None |
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Storage Dimensions |
Soldered |
Standard Modem |
None |
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Storage Interface |
Onboard |
Standard AirPort |
802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) |
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Battery |
Standard Bluetooth |
5.0 |
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Type |
70 W h Li-Poly |
USB Port |
3 (4) |
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Battery Life |
11 – 17 hours |
FireWire Port |
None |
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Description |
Keyboard |
Full-size (Magic Keyboard) |
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Case Type |
Notebook |
Inclusive Input |
Trackpad (Force Touch) |
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Form Factor |
MacBook Pro 14″ 2021 |
SDXC Card Slot |
1 |
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Apple Order No |
MKGR3LL/A |
Microphone |
3 |
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Apple Subfamily |
M1 Pro, 2021 |
Headphone |
1 |
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Apple Model Number |
A2442 (EMC 3650) |
Sound Out |
None |
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Model ID |
MacBookPro18,3 |
Power Adapter |
1 |
