Apple MacBook Pro “Core i5″ 2.9 13” Late 2016 Specs
2016 – 13-inch – Core i5 – MacBookPro13,2 – MLH12LL/A – A1706
About this Mac
Introducing the latest and greatest models of the Apple MacBook Pro a1706 line up, these are released in Late 2016 and continue till 2017 with a minor revamp. The powerhouse behind this Apple MacBook Pro 13 late 2016 device is a Core i5, 6TH Generation “Skylake” 2.9 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 from 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.
2.9 GHZ Core i5
8 GB
256, 512 GB Flash Storage
10 Hours
Storage
The storage included is a 256 GB, 512 GB of removable PCIe-based flash storage. Flash storage is widely known as an industry leading storage technology and Apple are at the forefront of this.
Screen Size and Resolution
The MacBook Pro 13 inch 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 Pro13 specs features a MacOS X 10.12.1 (16B2657) and runs on a 2.9 GHz Intel Core i5 6267U (Skylake) processor with up to 3.4 GHz of Turbo Boost supported and an Intel Iris Graphics 550 graphics processor that shares 1.5 GB of memory with the system.
Memory & Architecture
This MacBook Pro MLH12LL/A has a 256k level 2 cache and a 4 MB Level 3 cache plus a 4 GT/s frontside bus with 8 GB of 2133 MHz 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 49.2 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 Apple MacBook Pro 2016 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 10.12.1 (16B2657). 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
- 720p Face Time HD webcam
| Introduced: October 27, 2016 | Discontinued: June 5, 2017 | ||
| Screen Size and Resolution | Memory | ||
| Screen Size | 13.3 inches | Level 1 Cache |
32k/32k x 2 |
| Resolution | 2560×1600 | Level 2/Level 3 Cache | 256k x 2, 4MB |
| Processor | RAM Type | LPDDR3L SDRAM | |
| Processors | 1 (2 Cores) | Min. RAM Speed | N/A |
| Architecture | 64-Bit | Standard RAM | 8 GB |
| Speed | 2.9 GHz (3.3 GHz Turbo boost) | Maximum RAM | 16 GB |
| Type | Core i5 (I5-6267U) | RAM Slots | None |
| Processor Upgrade | Soldered | Motherboard RAM | 8 GB |
| FPU | Integrated | Graphics | |
| System Bus Speed | 4 GT/s (OPI)* | Video Card | 14-core |
| Cache Bus Speed | 2.9 GHz (Built-in) | VRAM Type | Integrated |
| ROM/Firmware | EFI | Standard VRAM | 1.5 GB |
| EFI Architecture | 64-Bit | Maximum VRAM | 1.5 GB |
| Storage | Inclusive Features and Ports | ||
| Standard Storage | 256, 512 GB SSD | Standard Optical Drive | None |
| Storage Speed | N/A | Standard Ethernet | None |
| Storage Dimensions | Proprietary | Standard Modem | None |
| Storage Interface | Proprietary (PCIe 3.0) | Standard AirPort | 802.11ac |
| Battery | Standard Bluetooth | 4.0 | |
| Type | 49.22 W h Li-Poly | USB Port 3.1 | 2 |
| Battery Life | 10 hours | FireWire Port | None |
| Description | Keyboard | Full-size | |
| Case Type | Notebook | Inclusive Input | Trackpad (Force Touch) |
| Form Factor | 13” MacBook Pro (Touch Bar) | SDXC Card Slot | None |
| Apple Order No | MLH12LL/A | Microphone | 2 |
| Apple Subfamily | Late 2016 13” | Headphone | 1 |
| Apple Model Number | A1706 (EMC 3071) | Sound Out | 1 |
| Model ID | MacBook Pro 13.2 | Power Adapter | 1 |
