Apple MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Early 2013)
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MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Early 2013) Technical specifications

It has the 2.4GHz quad-coreIntel Core i7 processor (Turbo Boost up to … chip. Storage options: 512GB, 768GB, 256GB. Colors: 1680 by 1050, 1280 by 800, and 1024 by 640 pixels. Weight: 2.02 kg.

  • Display15.4″ LED
  • Chip2.4GHz quad-coreIntel…
  • Batteryup to 7 h
  • Storage512GB–256GB
  • Weight2.02 kg
  • Memory2.4GHz quad-core8GB o…
  • 1680 by 1050
  • 1280 by 800
  • and 1024 by 640 pixels

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MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Early 2013): key specifications

Display15.4″ LED · 2880 × 1800
Chip2.4GHz quad-coreIntel Core i7 processor (Turbo Boost up to …
Memory2.4GHz quad-core8GB of 1600MHz DDR3L onboard memoryConfigurable to 16GB.
Storage512GB / 768GB / 256GB
Main camera720p FaceTime HD camera
Batteryup to 7 h
ConnectorMagSafe 2 power port
Dimensions (H × W × D)1.8 × 35.89 × 24.71 cm
Weight2.02 kg
ConnectivityWi-Fi802 · Bluetooth 4.0

Models, storage and colors

Storage

  • 512GB
  • 768GB
  • 256GB

Colors

  • 1680 by 1050
  • 1280 by 800
  • and 1024 by 640 pixels

Complete specifications

Size and Weight

  • Height0.71 inch (1.8 cm)
  • Width14.13 inches (35.89 cm)
  • Depth9.73 inches (24.71 cm)
  • Weight4.46 pounds (2.02 kg)

Display

  • Retina display15.4-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit display with IPS technology
  • 2880-by-1800 native resolution at 220 pixels per inch with support for millions of colors
  • Scaled resolutions1920 by 1200, 1680 by 1050, 1280 by 800, and 1024 by 640 pixels

Memory

  • 2.4GHz quad-core8GB of 1600MHz DDR3L onboard memoryConfigurable to 16GB.
  • 8GB of 1600MHz DDR3L onboard memory
  • Configurable to 16GB.
  • 2.7GHz quad-core16GB of 1600MHz DDR3L onboard memory
  • 16GB of 1600MHz DDR3L onboard memory

Storage

  • 2.4GHz quad-core256GBConfigurable to 512GB or 768GB flash storage.
  • 256GB
  • Configurable to 512GB or 768GB flash storage.
  • 2.7GHz quad-core512GBConfigurable to 768GB flash storage.
  • 512GB
  • Configurable to 768GB flash storage.

Camera

  • 720p FaceTime HD camera

Battery and Power

  • Up to 7 hours wireless web
  • Up to 30 days standby time
  • Built-in 95-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery
  • 85W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter with cable management system; MagSafe 2 power port

Wireless

  • Wi-Fi802.11n Wi-Fi wireless networking;3 IEEE 802.11a/b/g compatible
  • 802.11n Wi-Fi wireless networking;3 IEEE 802.11a/b/g compatible
  • BluetoothBluetooth 4.0 wireless technology
  • Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology

In the Box

  • MacBook Pro with Retina display
  • MagSafe 2 Power Adapter
  • AC wall plug
  • Power cord

Processor

  • 2.4GHz quad-coreIntel Core i7 processor (Turbo Boost up to 3.4GHz) with 6MB shared L3 cacheConfigurable to 2.7GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 (Turbo Boost up to 3.7GHz) with 6MB shared L3 cache or 2.8GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 (Turbo Boost up to 3.8GHz) with 8MB shared L3 cache.
  • Intel Core i7 processor (Turbo Boost up to 3.4GHz) with 6MB shared L3 cache
  • Configurable to 2.7GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 (Turbo Boost up to 3.7GHz) with 6MB shared L3 cache or 2.8GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 (Turbo Boost up to 3.8GHz) with 8MB shared L3 cache.
  • 2.7GHz quad-coreIntel Core i7 processor (Turbo Boost up to 3.7GHz) with 6MB shared L3 cacheConfigurable to 2.8GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 (Turbo Boost up to 3.8GHz) with 8MB shared L3 cache.
  • Intel Core i7 processor (Turbo Boost up to 3.7GHz) with 6MB shared L3 cache
  • Configurable to 2.8GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 (Turbo Boost up to 3.8GHz) with 8MB shared L3 cache.

Graphics and Video Support

  • Intel HD Graphics 4000
  • NVIDIA GeForce GT 650M with 1GB of GDDR5 memory and automatic graphics switching
  • Dual display and video mirroring:Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to 2560 by 1600 pixels on up to two external displays, at millions of colors
  • Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to 2560 by 1600 pixels on up to two external displays, at millions of colors
  • Thunderbolt digital video outputNative Mini DisplayPort outputDVI output using Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter (sold separately)VGA output using Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter (sold separately)Dual-link DVI output using Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter (sold separately)
  • Native Mini DisplayPort output
  • DVI output using Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter (sold separately)
  • VGA output using Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter (sold separately)
  • Dual-link DVI output using Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter (sold separately)

Connections and Expansion

  • MagSafe 2 power port
  • Two Thunderbolt ports (up to 10 Gbps)
  • Two USB 3 ports (up to 5 Gbps)
  • HDMI port
  • Headphone port
  • SDXC card slot
  • Apple Thunderbolt to FireWire Adapter (sold separately)
  • Apple Thunderbolt to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter (sold separately)

Audio

  • Stereo speakers
  • Dual microphones
  • Headphone portHeadphone/optical digital audio output (minijack)Support for Apple iPhone headset with microphone
  • Headphone/optical digital audio output (minijack)
  • Support for Apple iPhone headset with microphone

Keyboard and Trackpad

  • Full-size backlit keyboard with 78 (U.S.) or 79 (ISO) keys, including 12 function keys and 4 arrow keys (inverted “T” arrangement) with ambient light sensor
  • Multi-Touch trackpad for precise cursor control; supports inertial scrolling, pinch, rotate, swipe, three-finger swipe, four-finger swipe, tap, double-tap, and drag capabilities

Electrical and Operating Requirements

  • Line voltage100V to 240V AC
  • Frequency50Hz to 60Hz
  • Operating temperature50° to 95° F (10° to 35° C)
  • Storage temperature–13° to 113° F (–24° to 45° C)
  • Relative humidity0% to 90% noncondensing
  • Maximum operating altitude10,000 feet
  • Maximum storage altitude15,000 feet
  • Maximum shipping altitude35,000 feet

Included Software

  • OS X Mountain Lion:The world’s most advanced desktop operating system. Learn more
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  • Mac App Store
  • Safari
  • Mail
  • Messages
  • Calendar
  • Contacts
  • Reminders
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  • Notes
  • Time Machine
  • FaceTime
  • Photo Booth
  • Game Center
  • iTunes
  • iLifeiPhoto, iMovie, and GarageBand.

Limited Warranty and Service

  • Your MacBook Pro with Retina display comes with 90 days of free telephone support and a one-year limited warranty. Purchase the AppleCare Protection Plan to extend your service and support to three years from your computer’s purchase date. Only the AppleCare Protection Plan provides you with direct telephone support from Apple technical experts and the assurance that repairs will be handled by Apple-authorized technicians using genuine Apple parts. For more information, visit Apple Support or call 800-823-2775.

Configure to Order

  • Configure your MacBook Pro to order with these options, only at the Apple Online Store
  • 2.7GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 with Turbo Boost up to 3.7GHz and 6MB shared L3 cache
  • 2.8GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 with Turbo Boost up to 3.8GHz and 8MB shared L3 cache
  • 16GB memory
  • 512GB or 768GB of flash storage

MacBook Pro with Retina Display and the Environment

  • Apple takes a complete product life cycle approach to determining our environmental impact. Learn more
  • MacBook Pro with Retina display is designed with the following features to reduce its environmental impact:
  • Highly recyclable aluminum enclosure
  • Mercury-free LED–backlit display
  • Arsenic-free display glass
  • BFR-free
  • PVC-free
  • Meets ENERGY STAR Version 5.2 requirements
  • Rated EPEAT Gold
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  • Packaging volumes reduced by 25 percent for up to a 45 percent reduction in aircraft usage.
  • Apple and the Environment
  • Recycling
  • Apple takes a holistic view of materials management and waste minimization. Learn more about how to recycle your Mac.

Acoustic Performance

  • DECLARED NOISE EMISSIONS in accordance with ISO 9296
  • Sound Power LevelLWAd (B) B = 10 dBSound Pressure LevelOperator PositionLpAm (dB).4 GHz2.7 GHz2.4 GHz2.7 GHzIdle.52.58.08.0Hard drive accessingN/AN/AN/AN/ACD drive accessingN/AN/AN/AN/A
  • LWAd is the statistical upper-limit A-weighted sound power level (rounded to the nearest 0.1 B).
  • LpAm is the mean A-weighted sound pressure level measured at the operator position (rounded to the nearest dB).
  • 1 B (bel) = 10 dB (decibel).

Accessories

  • Mac Software iWorkApertureLogic ProFinal Cut Pro X
  • iWork
  • Aperture
  • Logic Pro
  • Final Cut Pro X
  • Displays and Adapters Apple Thunderbolt DisplayApple Mini DisplayPort to DVI AdapterApple Mini DisplayPort to VGA AdapterApple Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI AdapterMagSafe to MagSafe 2 Converter
  • Apple Thunderbolt Display
  • Apple Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter
  • Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter
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  • Apple Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter
  • MagSafe to MagSafe 2 Converter
  • AirPort and Wireless AirPort Express Base StationAirPort Extreme Base StationTime Capsule
  • AirPort Express Base Station
  • AirPort Extreme Base Station
  • Time Capsule
  • Other Accessories Apple USB SuperDriveThunderbolt to Gigabit Ethernet AdapterThunderbolt to FireWire Adapter60W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter85W MagSafe 2 Power AdapterAppleCare Protection Plan
  • Apple USB SuperDrive
  • Thunderbolt to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
  • Thunderbolt to FireWire Adapter
  • 60W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter
  • 85W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter
  • AppleCare Protection Plan

Apple MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Early 2013) technical specifications

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MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Early 2013) — FAQ

What is the display size of Apple MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Early 2013)?

Apple MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Early 2013) has 15.4″ LED (2880 × 1800).

What chip does Apple MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Early 2013) use?

Apple MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Early 2013) uses 2.4GHz quad-coreIntel Core i7 processor (Turbo Boost up to ….

What storage capacities are available for Apple MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Early 2013)?

Available storage capacities include 512GB, 768GB, 256GB.

What colors does Apple MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Early 2013) come in?

Apple MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Early 2013) is available in 1680 by 1050, 1280 by 800, and 1024 by 640 pixels.

What are the dimensions and weight of Apple MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Early 2013)?

Apple MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Early 2013) measures 1.8 × 35.89 × 24.71 cm and weighs 2.02 kg.

How long does the Apple MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Early 2013) battery last?

Battery life of Apple MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Early 2013): up to 7 h.

What camera does Apple MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Early 2013) have?

Apple MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Early 2013) camera: 720p FaceTime HD camera.

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