Apple MacBook Pro “Core i7″ 3.1 15” Mid 2017 Specs
2017 – 15-inch – BTO/CTO – Core i7 – MacBookPro14,3 – A1707
About this Mac
This device is a BTO/CTO device that is nearly identical to mpxq2ll/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.
The powerhouse behind this device is a Core i7 3.1 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.
The a1707 is an improvement upon 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 4 Thunderbolt “3” ports provided with the intention for Apple to lead the adoption of USB C type devices.
3.1 GHZCore i7
16 GB
256, 512GB 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 is 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 10.12.5 (16F2073) and runs on a 3.1 GHz Intel Core i7 7920HQ processor with up to 4.1 GHz of Turbo Boost supported and an AMD Radeon Pro 560 with 4 GB of dedicated GDDR5 memory as well as an integrated Intel HD Graphics 630 graphics processor that shares memory with the system similar to MPTT2LL/A.
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 MHzLPDDR3 SDRAM for its RAM.
Battery Life
The MacBook Pro comes with a 76.0 watt-hour lithium polymer battery that provides 10 hours of 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 10.12.5 (16F2073). 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: June 5, 2017 |
Discontinued: July 12, 2018 |
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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 |
LPDDR3 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 |
3.1 GHz (4.1 GHz Turbo boost) |
Maximum RAM |
16 GB |
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Type |
Core i7 (I7-7920HQ) |
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 555/560 |
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Cache Bus Speed |
3.1 GHz (Built-in) |
VRAM Type |
Integrated |
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ROM/Firmware |
EFI |
Standard VRAM |
2, 4 GB |
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EFI Architecture |
64-Bit |
Maximum VRAM |
2, 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 (Touch Bar) |
SDXC Card Slot |
None |
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Apple Order No |
BTO/CTO |
Microphone |
2 |
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Apple Subfamily |
Mid-2017 15″ (Touch Bar) |
Headphone |
1 |
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Apple Model Number |
A1707 (EMC 3162) |
Sound Out |
1 |
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Model ID |
MacBookPro14,3 |
Power Adapter |
1 |
