The MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, 2017) is the sixth generation of the MacBook series and was released on June 5, 2017. This model was originally announced at an Apple event in October 2016. The device is available in Space Gray, Gold, and Silver colors and features a Retina display with a 2304×1440 native resolution at 226 ppi. Under the hood, it is powered by an Intel Core M3-7Y32 dual-core processor with 4 MB of eDRAM. It also has 8 GB of 1867 MHz LPDDR3 SDRAM and a 256 GB or 512 GB PCIe-based flash storage drive. For graphics processing, it uses Intel HD Graphics 615.
Introduction
The 12-inch MacBook (Retina, 2017) is Apple’s thinnest and lightest MacBook yet. It weighs just 2 pounds and is 13.1mm thin. The MacBook has a Retina display with a resolution of 2304 x 1440 pixels and a pixel density of 226 ppi. It’s powered by a 1.2 GHz dual-core Intel Core m3 processor and has 8 GB of 1866 MHz LPDDR3 RAM. For storage, it has a 256 GB SSD. The MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, 2017) comes with two USB-C ports, a headphone jack, and a Force Touch trackpad. It runs on macOS Sierra and is available in Space Gray or Silver.
Processor
Apple M1 chip
8-core CPU with 4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores
Up to 8 GPU cores
16-core Neural Engine
Unified Memory Architecture
Memory
The 13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display has 8GB of memory standard, configurable to 16GB. The 15-inch model has 16GB of memory standard, configurable to 32GB. Memory speeds are faster than previous generation MacBook Pro models, so performance is noticeably quicker.
Graphics and Video Support
The MacBook (Retina, -inch, ) comes with a built-in FaceTime HD camera and dual microphones, so you can make video calls or record audio with high-quality sound. The LED-backlit Retina display supports a million colors for lifelike images and video. And with IPS technology, you’ll get a wide viewing angle and consistent color from edge to edge.
To ensure your graphics look as good as they should, the MacBook (Retina, -inch, ) features an Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6100 processor. This powerful chip not only enables great performance for everyday tasks like browsing the web and editing photos, but also provides impressive graphics processing for more intensive applications like 3D gaming and video editing. If you need even more power, you can connect an external Thunderbolt 2 or HDMI display for the ultimate in on-screen real estate.
Storage
The new MacBook comes with a flash storage option of up to 512GB. This is twice the previous limit of 256GB for the MacBook Air and the entry-level MacBook Pro. For those who need more space, there’s now a 1TB option. The new MacBook also offers faster storage speeds thanks to the inclusion of the PCIe interface.
Connectivity
The MacBook (Retina, -inch, ) comes with a wealth of connectivity options. On the left side of the notebook, there is a MagSafe 2 power port, a Thunderbolt 2 port, two USB 3.0 ports, and a headphone jack. On the right side, there is an SDXC card slot and another headphone jack. The notebook also supports 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technologies.
Operating System and Software
The MacBook (Retina, -inch, ) is powered by a 1.1 GHz Intel Core m3 processor and has 8 GB of 1867 MHz LPDDR3 onboard memory. It also has 256 GB of flash storage and supports 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technologies. The MacBook (Retina, -inch, ) comes with macOS Sierra pre-installed and includes support for the following software:
iWork suite of productivity applications
iLife suite of creative applications
Final Cut Pro X video editing application
Logic Pro X music production application
The MacBook (Retina, -inch, ) is also compatible with a wide variety of third-party software titles.
Weight and Dimensions
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Technical Specifications
The MacBook (Retina, -inch, ) laptop comes with a Retina display, a Force Touch trackpad, a full-size keyboard, and four Thunderbolt 3 ports. It is powered by a 6th-generation Intel Core m3 processor and has 8GB of memory. The storage capacity is 256GB.
This computer does not have an optical drive.
Dimensions: 11.04 x 0.52 x 8.36 inches (28.05 x 1.31 x 21.24 cm)
Weight: 2.75 pounds (1.25 kg)
Processor: 6th-generation Intel Core m3 processor
Memory: 8GB of 1866MHz LPDDR3 onboard memory
Storage: 256GB PCIe-based onboard SSD
Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 515
Wireless: 802.11ac Wi-Fi wireless networking; IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n compatible Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology
Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports for: Charging DisplayPort Thunderbolt (up to 40 Gbps) USB 3.1 Gen 2 (up to 10 Gbps)
Headphone port SDXC card slot Apple Thunderbolt to FireWire Adapter (sold separately) Apple Thunderbolt to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter (sold separately) DVI Adapter (sold separately) HDMI Adapter(sold separately)
Conclusion
The MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, 2017) is a powerful and portable computer that is perfect for students and professionals alike. It features a Retina display, 8GB of memory, and a 256GB SSD. With its sleek design and powerful specs, the MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, 2017) is sure to be a hit with consumers.
