Apple MacBook Pro “Core i7″ 2.6 15” Late 2013 Specs
MacBook Pro – BTO/CTO – MacBookPro11,2 – A1398
About this Mac
Apple introduced the MacBook Pro “Core i7” 2.6 15-Inch, a1389 model as they continued the production of the MacBook Pro during late 2013. This device is a BTO/CTO device which is nearly identical to ME874LL/A. Its unit features are Core i7 processor with a Haswell/Crystalwell architecture. It has 8 GB of onboard MHz DDR3L SDRAM and 256 GB flash storage. This built has earned the MacBook Pro late 2013 specs the label “the gold standard” for high-end notebooks in its time of release.
This MacBook Pro is considered a powerhouse replacement for desktop with its 15-inch Retina display. It combines a beautiful high-resolution LED-backlit 15.4” widescreen 2880×1800 screen with a thin, and sleek case design that is surprisingly portable. Learn more about the specifications and capabilities of this MacBook Pro through the details below:
2.6 GHZCore i7
8 GB
256 GB
8 Hours
Storage
By default, this MacBook Pro has a blazing fast 256 GB flash storage. It is a vast improvement in terms of speed (only 196 MBps) compared to its predecessor. Since this update flash storage is faster, it is still used up to this day in different units. Apple does not recommend updating this, but it is somehow possible after the purchase.
Screen Size and Resolution
Similar to ME294LL A, This MacBook Pro has a vibrant screen. Its 15.4” color widescreen LED-backlit display is powered by IPS technology with a 2880×1800 native resolution at 220 ppi (178-degree viewing angle). Its panel measures 324 on the light meter, which is incredibly impressive during its release. It results in smoother viewing with strong backlighting and broad viewing angles. On top of all these, the unit comes with a 720p FaceTime HD webcam.
Processor& Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
This generation of MacBook Pro includes a major change in graphics. While the previous models enjoyed the NVIDIA discrete graphics, this utilized a standalone GPU with high specifications. MacBook Pro has a pre-installed MacOS X 10.9 (13A3017), 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 4960HQ processor, and dual graphics processors – an NVIDIA GeForce GT 750M with 2 GB of dedicated GDDR5 memory and an integrated Intel Iris 5200 Pro graphics processor with 128 MB of “Crystalwell” embedded DRAM (and shared system memory).
This Pro supports dual displays that could reach 2560 x 1600 pixels. This feature is functional for creative pros out there.
Memory & Architecture
The applications installed in this MacBook Pro are guaranteed to run faster because of its 256k level 2 cache and a 6 MB Level 3 cache plus 8 GB of onboard 1600 MHz DDR3L SDRAM RAM. This circles around a 64-Bit architecture.
Battery Life
MacBook Pro Core i7 15-Inch Late 2013 has a 95-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery that gives 8 hours of wireless web use. End users might not be able to upgrade this after purchase.
Upgradability
The operating system of this MacBook Pro is upgradeable. Its default and pre-installed MacOS X 10.9 may be altered to the current macOS X. Moreover, it also supports Windows OS 7 and accommodates an operating system that is as high as Windows 10. You can also modify its memory to a maximum of 16 GB after the initial purchase.
Inclusive Features
The MacBook Pro includes the following features and ports:
- 802.11ac Wi-Fi
- Bluetooth 4.0 allowing for quick PAN (Personal Area Network) connections and transfers
- Two USB 3.0 Ports are supplied for the connection of external keyboards, printers, external hard disks etc.
- Optical digital audio in/out for connecting some external audio equipment like headphones and microphones
- SDXC Card Slot
- No button glass multi-touch trackpad with support for new “four finger” gestures and programmable zones
- FaceTime HD webcam.
| Introduced: October 22, 2013 | Discontinued: July 29, 2014 | ||
| Screen Size and Resolution | Memory | ||
| Screen Size | 15.4 inches | Level 1 Cache |
32k/32k x 4 |
| Resolution | 2880×1800 | Level 2/Level 3 Cache | 256k x 4, 6MB |
| Processor | RAM Type | DDR3L SDRAM | |
| Processors | 1 (2 Cores) | Min. RAM Speed | 1600 MHz |
| Architecture | 64-Bit | Standard RAM | 8 GB |
| Speed | 2.6 GHz | Maximum RAM | 16 GB |
| Type | Core i7 (I7-4960HQ) | RAM Slots | None |
| Processor Upgrade | Soldered | Motherboard RAM | 8 GB |
| FPU | Integrated | Graphics | |
| System Bus Speed | 5 GT/s (DMI2) | Video Card | Iris Pro 5200 |
| Cache Bus Speed | 2.6 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 GB SSD | Standard Optical Drive | None |
| Storage Speed | N/A | Standard Ethernet | None |
| Storage Dimensions | Proprietary | Standard Modem | None |
| Storage Interface | Proprietary (PCIe 2.0 x2) | Standard AirPort | 802.11ac |
| Battery | Standard Bluetooth | 4.0 | |
| Type | 95 W h Li-Poly | USB Port 3.0 | 2 |
| Battery Life | 8 hours | FireWire Port | None |
| Description | Keyboard | Full-size | |
| Case Type | Notebook | Inclusive Input | Trackpad (Inertial) |
| Form Factor | MacBook Pro (Retina) | SDXC Card Slot | 1 |
| Apple Order No | BTO/CTO | Microphone | 1 |
| Apple Subfamily | Retina late 2013 15″ | Headphone | 1 |
| Apple Model Number | A1398 (EMC 2674) | Sound Out | 1 |
| Model ID | MacBook Pro 11.2 | Power Adapter | 1 |
