Apple MacBook Pro “Core i7″ 2.9 15” Late 2016 Specs
2016 – 15-inch – BTO/CTO – Core i7 – MacBookPro13,3 –A1707
About this Mac
This device is a BTO/CTO device which is nearly identical to MLH42LL/A. We have listed this device separately as it has been configured with an upgraded processor when compared to the base model. This has been done to make it easier to catalog as well as easier to read.
Introducing the latest and greatest models of the Apple MacBook Pro lineup, these are released in Late 2016 and continue till 2017 with a minor revamp. The powerhouse behind this device is a Core i7, 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. The a1707 model is only offered in two colors, either silver or space gray. There are no USB ports provided on this device with only 4 Thunderbolt “3” ports provided with the intention for Apple to lead the adoption of USB C-type devices.
2.9 GHZCore i7
16 GB
256, 512 GBFlash Storage
10 Hours
Storage
The storage included is a 256 GB, 512GB, or 1TB SSD of non-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
A 15.4″ Retina display high resolution (2880×1800) LED-backlit widescreen is the default for the screen type and resolution in this model.
Processor& Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
This MacBook Pro comes with MacOS X 10.12.1 (16B2659) and runs on a 2.9 GHz Intel Core i76920HQ (Skylake) processor with up to 3.8 GHz of Turbo Boost supported and a Radeon Pro 450 or 455 graphics processor that shares 2 GB of memory with the system.
Memory & Architecture
This MacBook Pro features a 256k level 2 cache and a 8 MB Level 3 cache plus a 8 GT/s frontside bus with 16 GB of 2133 MHz LPDDR3 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 comes with a 76.0 watt-hour lithium polymer battery that provides10 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
The operating system of the MacBook Pro can also be upgraded from its pre-installed MacOS X 10.12.1 (16B2659). 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 0.61 x 13.75 x 9.48 in and a weight of 4.02 lbs (1.83 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
- 4 USB 3.1 (Thunderbolt “3” Ports)
- 3.5mm jack for headphones
- 720p Face Time HD webcam
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Introduced: October 27, 2016 |
Discontinued: June 5, 2017 |
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Screen Size and Resolution |
Memory |
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Screen Size |
15.4 inches |
Level 1 Cache |
32k/32k x 4 |
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Resolution |
2880×1800 |
Level 2/Level 3 Cache |
256k x 4, 8 MB |
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Processor |
RAM Type |
LPDDR3L SDRAM |
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Processors |
1 (2 Cores) |
Min. RAM Speed |
2133 MHz |
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Architecture |
64-Bit |
Standard RAM |
16 GB |
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Speed |
2.9 GHz (3.8 GHz Turbo boost) |
Maximum RAM |
16 GB |
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Type |
Core i7 (I7-6920HQ) |
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 |
8 GT/s (OPI)* |
Video Card |
Radeon Pro 450/455 |
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Cache Bus Speed |
2.9 GHz (Built-in) |
VRAM Type |
GDDR5 |
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ROM/Firmware |
EFI |
Standard VRAM |
2 GB |
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EFI Architecture |
64-Bit |
Maximum VRAM |
4 GB |
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Storage |
Inclusive Features and Ports |
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Standard Storage |
256, 512 GB SSD |
Standard Optical Drive |
None |
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Storage Speed |
N/A |
Standard Ethernet |
None |
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Storage Dimensions |
Proprietary |
Standard Modem |
None |
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Storage Interface |
Proprietary (PCIe 3.0) |
Standard AirPort |
802.11ac |
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Battery |
Standard Bluetooth |
4.0 |
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Type |
76.0 W h Li-Poly |
USB Port |
4 |
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Battery Life |
10 hours |
FireWire Port |
None |
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Description |
Keyboard |
Full-size |
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Case Type |
Notebook |
Inclusive Input |
Trackpad (Force Touch) |
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Form Factor |
15″ MacBook Pro (Early 2016, Touch Bar) |
SDXC Card Slot |
None |
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Apple Order No |
BTO/CTO |
Microphone |
2 |
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Apple Subfamily |
Late 2016 15″ (Touch Bar) |
Headphone |
1 |
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Apple Model Number |
A1707 (EMC 3072) |
Sound Out |
1 |
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Model ID |
MacBook Pro 13.3 |
Power Adapter |
1 |
