Apple MacBook Pro MGXG2LL/A “Core i7″ 2.8 15” Mid 2014 Specs
MacBookPro11,3 – A1398
About this Mac
The MacBook Pro 2014 15″ 2.8GHz i7 (MGXG2LL/A) which is an upgrade of MGXC2LL/A,features a 22 nm “Haswell/Crystalwell” 2.8 GHz Intel “Core i7” processor (4980HQ), with four independent processors “cores” on a single silicon chip, a 6 MB shared level 3 cache, and dual graphics processors. This 15″ Macbook Pro features 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) It boasts a high-resolution LED-backlit 15.4″ widescreen 2880×1800 (220 PPI) “Retina” display in a thin, sleek case design.
2.8 GHZCore i7
16 GB
512 GBFlash Storage
8 Hours
Storage
This Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch model has standard 512 GB of PCIe-based flash storage. You can also get 1 TB of flash storage for the standard MGXG2LL/A configuration at the time of purchase (not after the purchase) for an additional cost. The flash storage is still being used in today’s models and continues to be one of the most efficient storage devices available. It does not come with an internal optical drive.
Screen Size and Resolution
This MacBook pro 15 inch from Apple has an integrated 720p FaceTime HD webcam and a high-resolution LED-backlit 15.4″ widescreen 2880×1800 “Retina” display in a case that weighs less than 4.5 pounds (2.02 kg).
Processor& Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
The MacBook Pro a1398 comes with dual graphics processors – a NVIDIA GeForce GT 750M with 2 GB of dedicated GDDR5 memory and automatic graphics switching. It comes with an integrated Intel Iris 5200 Pro graphics processor with 128 MB of “Crystalwell” embedded DRAM with shared system memory.
The model also supports full native resolution in its built-in display or up to two external displays, both at millions of colors.
Memory & Architecture
This MacBook Pro model features 256k level 2 cache and a 6 MB Level 3 cache plus a 5 GT/s front-side bus with 16 GB of 1600 MHz DDR3L on board memory for RAM, and all of this is centered on a 64-Bit architecture.
Battery Life
The MacBook Pro comes with a 95 watt-hour lithium polymer battery that provides 8 hours of continuos wireless web use.
Upgradability
The operating system of the MacBook Pro MGXG2LL/A can be upgraded to the latest versions. It also supports Windows 7 (64-Bit) and can accommodate operating systems such as Windows 10 (64-Bit). This is a significant improvement compared to previous generations and a testament to the popularity of the line-up.
Inclusive Features
The MacBook Pro includes the following features and ports:
- 802.11ac Wi-Fi
- Bluetooth 4.0 PAN (Personal Area Network) connections and transfers
- HDMI port
- Two USB 3.0 Ports are supplied for the connection of external keyboards, printers, external hard disks etc.
- An Optical digital audio in/out for connecting some external audio equipment like headphones and microphones
- 2 Thunderbolt “2” ports that are backward compatible with a Mini DisplayPort
- An SDXC Card Slot
- No button glass multi-touch trackpad
- 720p
Face Time HD webcam
| Introduced: July 29, 2014 | Discontinued: March 19, 2015 | ||
| 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 | 16 GB |
| Speed | 2.8 GHz (4.0 GHz Turbo boost) | Maximum RAM | 16 GB |
| Type | Core i7 (I7-4980HQ) | RAM Slots | None |
| Processor Upgrade | Soldered | Motherboard RAM | 16 GB |
| FPU | Integrated | Graphics | |
| System Bus Speed | 5 GT/s (DMI2) | Video Card | GeForce GT 750M |
| Cache Bus Speed | 2.8 GHz (Built-in) | VRAM Type | GDDR5 |
| ROM/Firmware | EFI | Standard VRAM | 2 GB |
| EFI Architecture | 64-Bit | Maximum VRAM | 2 GB |
| Storage | Inclusive Features and Ports | ||
| Standard Storage | 512 GB SSD | Standard Optical Drive | None |
| Storage Speed | 672/719 MB/s | Standard Ethernet | None |
| Storage Dimensions | Proprietary | Standard Modem | None |
| Storage Interface | Proprietary (PCIe 2.0×2) | 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 | 15” MacBook Pro (Mid-2014) | SDXC Card Slot | 1 |
| Apple Order No | MGXG2LL/A | Microphone | 2 |
| Apple Subfamily | Retina Mid-2014 15” | Headphone | 1 |
| Apple Model Number | A1398 (EMC 2881) | Sound Out | 1 |
| Model ID | MacBook Pro 11.3 | Power Adapter | 1 |
