MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2010)
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MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2010) Specifications

Complete Apple MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2010) technical specifications · model numbers, colors, storage, dimensions and hardware details.

Chip: 2.4GHz or 2.53GHz Intel Core i5 processor with 3MB shared L3 cache; or 2.66GHz Intel Core… Display: 15.4-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit glossy widescreen display with support for millions of c… 1440 by 900 Camera: NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M graphics processor with 256MB of GDDR3 memory on 2.4GHz and 2.53GH…
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Display
15.4-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit glossy widescreen display with support for millions of colors; Supported res… · 1440 by 900
Chip
2.4GHz or 2.53GHz Intel Core i5 processor with 3MB shared L3 cache; or 2.66GHz Intel Core i7 processor with 4MB shared …
Storage / Colors
320GB, 500GB, 128GB, 256GB, 512GB · Supported resolutions: 1440 by 900 (native), 1280 by 800, 1152 by 720, 1024 by 640
Weight / OS
2540 g

Apple MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2010) technical specifications

This page contains complete technical specifications for Apple MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2010), including display, chip, storage, colors, model numbers, dimensions, weight, operating system, connectivity, battery information and other hardware details.

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▣Display

  • 15.4-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit glossy widescreen display with support for millions of colors
  • Supported resolutions: 1440 by 900 (native), 1280 by 800, 1152 by 720, 1024 by 640, and 800 by 500 pixels at 16:10 aspect ratio; 1024 by 768, 800 by 600, and 640 by 480 pixels at 4:3 aspect ratio; 1024 by 768, 800 by 600, and 640 by 480 pixels at 4:3 aspect ratio stretched; 720 by 480 pixels at 3:2 aspect ratio; 720 by 480 pixels at 3:2 aspect ratio stretched
  • Optional 15.4-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit widescreen display with 1680 by 1050 pixels (glossy or antiglare)

i15-inch Configurations

  • 2.4GHz MacBook Pro (MC371LL/A)2.53GHz MacBook Pro (MC372LL/A)2.66GHz MacBook Pro (MC373LL/A)EnclosurePrecision aluminum unibodyProcessor2.4GHz Intel Core i52.53GHz Intel Core i52.66GHz Intel Core i7L3 cache3MB shared3MB shared4MB sharedMemory4GB (two 2GB SO-DIMMs) of 1066MHz DDR3 SDRAM; supports up to 8GBHard drive6320GB Serial ATA; 5400 rpm500GB Serial ATA; 5400 rpm500GB Serial ATA; 5400 rpmSlot-loading optical drive8x SuperDrive (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)GraphicsIntel HD Graphics5 and NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M with automatic graphics switchingGraphics memory256MB GDDR3256MB GDDR3512MB GDDR3VideoiSight camera; Mini DisplayPort output port with support for DVI, VGA, dual-link DVI, and HDMI (requires adapters, sold separately)Display15.4-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit glossy widescreen display, 1440-by-900 resolutionExpansionOne FireWire 800 port (up to 800 Mbps), two USB 2.0 ports (up to 480 Mbps), SD card slotAudioStereo speakers with subwoofers, omnidirectional microphone, audio line in minijack (digital/analog), audio line out/headphone minijack (digital/analog)Networking10/100/1000BASE-T (Gigabit) EthernetWirelessAirPort Extreme Wi-Fi (based on IEEE 802.11n specification)2; Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) wireless technologyHardware accessories85W MagSafe Power Adapter, AC wall plug, power cordLimited warranty and serviceYour MacBook Pro comes with 90 days of free telephon…

iAccessories

  • Apple LED Cinema Display
  • AirPort Extreme Base Station
  • AirPort Express Base Station
  • Apple Wireless Keyboard
  • Magic Mouse
  • Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad
  • Apple Mouse

iAcoustic Performance

  • DECLARED NOISE EMISSIONS in accordance with ISO 9296
  • Sound Power Level LWAd (B) 1 B = 10 dBSound Pressure Level Operator Position LpAm (dB)2.4 GHz2.53 GHz2.66 GHz2.4 GHz2.53 GHz2.66 GHzIdle2.92.82.8181618Hard drive accessing2.92.82.8181517CD drive accessingno value3.43.4no value2626
  • 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).

iAudio

  • Stereo speakers with subwoofers
  • Omnidirectional microphone (located under left speaker grille)
  • Audio line in minijack (digital/analog)
  • Audio line out/headphone minijack (digital/analog)
  • Support for Apple iPhone headset with microphone

⚡Battery and power7

  • Built-in 77.5-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery
  • 85W MagSafe Power Adapter with cable management system
  • MagSafe power port

iCommunications

  • AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi wireless networking2 (based on IEEE 802.11n specification); IEEE 802.11a/b/g compatible
  • Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) wireless technology
  • 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45 connector)

iConfigure to order

  • 500GB (5400-rpm) hard drive
  • 500GB (7200-rpm) hard drive
  • 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB solid-state drive
  • Up to 8GB of 1066MHz DDR3 SDRAM
  • 1680-by-1050 high-resolution glossy display
  • 1680-by-1050 high-resolution antiglare display
  • Apple Remote
  • Apple Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter
  • Apple Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter
  • Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter
  • MagSafe Airline Adapter
  • AppleCare Protection Plan
  • Aperture
  • Final Cut Express
  • Logic Express
  • iWork

⌁Connections and expansion

  • MagSafe power port
  • Gigabit Ethernet port
  • One FireWire 800 port (up to 800 Mbps)
  • Mini DisplayPort
  • Two USB 2.0 ports (up to 480 Mbps)
  • SD card slot
  • Audio line in
  • Audio line out
  • Kensington lock slot

iElectrical and operating requirements

  • Line voltage: 100V to 240V AC
  • Frequency: 50Hz to 60Hz
  • Operating temperature: 50° to 95° F (10° to 35° C)
  • (10° to 35° C)
  • Storage temperature: -13° to 113° F (-24° to 45° C)
  • (-24° to 45° C)
  • Relative humidity: 0% to 90% noncondensing
  • Maximum operating altitude: 10,000 feet
  • Maximum storage altitude: 15,000 feet
  • Maximum shipping altitude: 35,000 feet

iEnvironmental Status Report

  • MacBook Pro is designed with the following features to reduce its environmental impact:
  • Highly recyclable aluminum and glass enclosure
  • Mercury-free LED-backlit display
  • Arsenic-free display glass
  • BFR-free
  • PVC-free3
  • Reduced packaging volume
  • Meets ENERGY STAR Version 5.0 requirements
  • Rated EPEAT Gold4

iGraphics and video support

  • NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M graphics processor with 256MB of GDDR3 memory on 2.4GHz and 2.53GHz configurations; or 512MB of GDDR3 memory on 2.66GHz configuration
  • Intel HD Graphics with 256MB of DDR3 SDRAM shared with main memory5
  • 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 an external display, both at millions of colors
  • iSight camera
  • Mini DisplayPort

iInput

  • Full-size backlit keyboard with 78 (U.S.) or 79 (ISO) keys, including 12 function keys and 4 arrow keys (inverted “T” arrangement)
  • 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

iOptions

  • 1TB or 2TB server-grade hard drive
  • Wi-Fi Certified for 802.11n 2.0
  • USB port for connecting a USB printer or USB external hard drive
  • 500GB (5400-rpm) hard drive
  • 500GB (7200-rpm) hard drive
  • 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB solid-state drive
  • Up to 8GB of 1066MHz DDR3 SDRAM
  • 1680-by-1050 high-resolution glossy display
  • 1680-by-1050 high-resolution antiglare display
  • Apple Remote
  • Apple Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter
  • Apple Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter
  • Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter
  • MagSafe Airline Adapter
  • AppleCare Protection Plan
  • Aperture
  • Final Cut Express
  • Logic Express
  • iWork
  • Apple LED Cinema Display
  • AirPort Extreme Base Station
  • AirPort Express Base Station
  • Apple Wireless Keyboard
  • Magic Mouse
  • Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad
  • Apple Mouse
  • Actual weight varies by configuration and manufacturing process.
  • Wireless Internet access requires a base station or other wireless access point and Internet access; fees may apply. Some ISPs are not currently compatible with AirPort.
  • PVC-free AC power cord is available in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Colombia, El Salvador, Guatemala, Panama, Peru, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, and Venezuela.
  • MacBook Pro achieved a Gold rating from EPEAT in the U.S., Canada, France, Germany, and the UK.
  • Memory available to Mac OS X may vary depending on graphics needs. Minimum graphics memory usage is 256MB.
  • 1GB=1 billion bytes; actual formatted capacity less.
  • Testing conducted by Apple in March 2010 using preproduction 2.66GHz Intel Core i7-based MacBook Pro units. Battery life depends on configuration and use. See www.apple.com/batteries for more information. The wireless productivity test measures battery life by wirelessly browsing various websites and editing text in a word processor document with display brightness set to the middle setting.

⚙Processor and memory

  • 2.4GHz or 2.53GHz Intel Core i5 processor with 3MB shared L3 cache; or 2.66GHz Intel Core i7 processor with 4MB shared L3 cache
  • 4GB (two 2GB SO-DIMMs) of 1066MHz DDR3 memory; two SO-DIMM slots support up to 8GB

iPure digital video output

  • DVI output using Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter (optional)
  • VGA output using Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter (optional)
  • Dual-link DVI output using Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter supports 30-inch Apple Cinema HD Display (optional)
  • HDMI output using a third-party Mini DisplayPort to HDMI Adapter

↔Size and weight

  • Height: 0.95 inch (2.41 cm)
  • Width: 14.35 inches (36.4 cm)
  • Depth: 9.82 inches (24.9 cm)
  • Weight: 5.6 pounds (2.54 kg)1

iSoftware

  • Mac OS X v10.6 Snow Leopard (includes iTunes, Time Machine, Quick Look, Spaces, Spotlight, Dashboard, Mail, iChat, Safari, Address Book, QuickTime, iCal, DVD Player, Photo Booth, Front Row, Xcode Developer Tools)
  • iLife (includes iPhoto, iMovie, iDVD, iWeb, GarageBand)

iStorage

  • 320GB or 500GB 5400-rpm Serial ATA hard drive; optional 500GB 7200-rpm hard drive, or 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB solid-state drive6
  • 8x slot-loading SuperDrive (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)
  • Maximum write: 8x DVD-R, DVD+R; 4x DVD-R DL (double layer), DVD+R DL (double layer), DVD-RW, DVD+RW; 24x CD-R; 10x CD-RW
  • Maximum read: 8x DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-ROM; 6x DVD-ROM (double layer DVD-9), DVD-R DL (double layer), DVD+R DL (double layer), DVD-RW, DVD+RW; 24x CD

iTime Capsule

  • Time Capsule is a full-featured AirPort Extreme base station with a built-in hard drive. Back up wirelessly and create a Wi-Fi network with one device.
  • 1TB or 2TB server-grade hard drive
  • Wi-Fi Certified for 802.11n 2.0
  • USB port for connecting a USB printer or USB external hard drive

iWhat’s in the box

  • MacBook Pro
  • Display cleaning cloth
  • 85W MagSafe Power Adapter, AC wall plug, and power cord
  • Software DVDs
  • Printed and electronic documentation

MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2010) FAQ

What is the display size of Apple MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2010)?

Apple MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2010) has 15.4-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit glossy widescreen display with support for millions of c… with 1440 by 900 resolution.

What chip does Apple MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2010) use?

Apple MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2010) uses 2.4GHz or 2.53GHz Intel Core i5 processor with 3MB shared L3 cache; or 2.66GHz Intel Core….

What storage capacities are available for Apple MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2010)?

Available storage capacities include 320GB, 500GB, 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.