Apple MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015)
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MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015) Technical specifications

It has a 12-inch Retina display and the 1.1GHz1.1GHz dual-core Intel Core M processor (Turbo Boost … chip. Storage options: 256GB, 512GB. Colors: Silver. Weight: 920 g.

  • Display12″ LED
  • Chip1.1GHz1.1GHz dual-cor…
  • Batteryup to 9 h
  • Storage256GB–512GB
  • Weight920 g
  • Memory8GB of 1600MHz LPDDR3…
  • Silver
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MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015): key specifications

Display12″ LED · Retina · 2304 × 1440
Chip1.1GHz1.1GHz dual-core Intel Core M processor (Turbo Boost …
Memory8GB of 1600MHz LPDDR3 onboard memory
Storage256GB / 512GB
Main camera480p FaceTime camera
Batteryup to 9 h
ConnectorUSB-C port with support for:ChargingUSB 3.1 Gen 1 (up to 5 Gbps)Native DisplayPort 1.2 vi…
Weight920 g
ConnectivityWi-Fi802 · Bluetooth 4.0
Operating SystemOS X El Capitan

Models, storage and colors

Storage

  • 256GB
  • 512GB

Colors

  • Silver

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Finish

  • Silver
  • Gold
  • Space Gray

Size and Weight

  • Height0.14–0.52 inch (0.35–1.31 cm)
  • Width11.04 inches (28.05 cm)
  • Depth7.74 inches (19.65 cm)
  • Weight2.03 pounds (0.92 kg)

Display

  • Retina display
  • 12-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit display with IPS technology
  • 2304-by-1440 resolution at 226 pixels per inch with support for millions of colors
  • 16:10 aspect ratio
  • Supported scaled resolutions:1440 by 9001280 by 8001024 by 640
  • 1440 by 900
  • 1280 by 800
  • 1024 by 640

Memory

  • 8GB of 1600MHz LPDDR3 onboard memory

Storage

  • 1.1GHz256GB PCIe-based onboard flash storage
  • 256GB PCIe-based onboard flash storage
  • 1.2GHz512GB PCIe-based onboard flash storage
  • 512GB PCIe-based onboard flash storage

Camera

  • 480p FaceTime camera

Battery and Power

  • Up to 9 hours wireless web
  • Up to 10 hours iTunes movie playback
  • Up to 30 days of standby time
  • Built-in 39.7-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery
  • 29W USB-C Power Adapter; USB-C power port

Charging and Expansion

  • USB-C port with support for:ChargingUSB 3.1 Gen 1 (up to 5 Gbps)Native DisplayPort 1.2 video outputVGA output using USB-C VGA Multiport Adapter (sold separately)HDMI video output using USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter (sold separately)
  • Charging
  • USB 3.1 Gen 1 (up to 5 Gbps)
  • Native DisplayPort 1.2 video output
  • VGA output using USB-C VGA Multiport Adapter (sold separately)
  • HDMI video output using USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter (sold separately)

Wireless

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

Operating System

  • OS X El Capitan
  • Engineered to take full advantage of your Mac hardware, OS X El Capitan is designed to be as easy to use as it is beautiful to look at. It comes with an amazing collection of apps you'll use — and love — every day. And it enables your Mac and iOS devices to work wonderfully together. Learn more

Built-in Apps

  • Photos
  • iMovie
  • GarageBand
  • Pages
  • Numbers
  • Keynote
  • Safari
  • Mail
  • Messages
  • FaceTime
  • Calendar
  • Notes
  • App Store
  • iTunes
  • iBooks
  • Maps
  • Contacts
  • Reminders

In the Box

  • MacBook
  • 29W USB-C Power Adapter
  • USB-C Charge Cable (2 m)

Processor

  • 1.1GHz1.1GHz dual-core Intel Core M processor (Turbo Boost up to 2.4GHz) with 4MB shared L3 cacheConfigurable to 1.3GHz dual-core Intel Core M processor (Turbo Boost up to 2.9GHz) with 4MB shared L3 cache.
  • 1.1GHz dual-core Intel Core M processor (Turbo Boost up to 2.4GHz) with 4MB shared L3 cache
  • Configurable to 1.3GHz dual-core Intel Core M processor (Turbo Boost up to 2.9GHz) with 4MB shared L3 cache.
  • 1.2GHz1.2GHz dual-core Intel Core M processor (Turbo Boost up to 2.6GHz) with 4MB shared L3 cacheConfigurable to 1.3GHz dual-core Intel Core M processor (Turbo Boost up to 2.9GHz) with 4MB shared L3 cache.
  • 1.2GHz dual-core Intel Core M processor (Turbo Boost up to 2.6GHz) with 4MB shared L3 cache

Graphics and Video Support

  • Intel HD Graphics 5300
  • Dual display and video mirroringSimultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to 3840 by 2160 pixels on an external display, both at millions of colors

Audio

  • Stereo speakers
  • Dual microphones
  • 3.5 mm headphone jackSupport for Apple iPhone headset with remote and microphone
  • Support for Apple iPhone headset with remote and microphone

Keyboard and Trackpad

  • Full-size keyboard with 78 (U.S.) or 79 (ISO) individual LED backlit keys, including 12 function keys and 4 arrow keys with ambient light sensor
  • Force Touch trackpad for precise cursor control and pressure-sensing capabilities; enables Force clicks, accelerators, pressure-sensitive drawing, and Multi-Touch gestures

Electrical and Operating Requirements

  • Line voltage100V–240V AC
  • Frequency50Hz to 60Hz
  • Operating temperature50° to 95° F (10° to 35° C)
  • Storage temperature-13° to 113° F (-25° to 45° C)
  • Relative humidity0% to 90% noncondensing
  • Operating altitudetested up to 10,000 feet
  • Maximum storage altitude15,000 feet
  • Maximum shipping altitude35,000 feet

Acoustic Performance

  • Declared noise emission values in accordance with ECMA-109
  • Acoustic PerformanceSound Power LevelLWA,m (B)Sound Pressure LevelOperator PositionLpA,m (dB)Idle.25 (KV=0.25).5Wireless web.25 (KV=0.25).5
  • LWA,m is the mean A-weighted sound power level, rounded to the nearest 0.05 B.
  • LpA,m is the mean A-weighted sound pressure level measured at the operator position (rounded to the nearest 0.5 dB).
  • 1 B (bel) = 10 dB (decibel)
  • KV is the statistical adder for computing upper-limit of A-weighted sound power level.
  • The quantity, LWA,c (formerly called LWAd) may be computed from the sum of LWA,m and KV.
  • The Wireless web test browses 25 popular websites.
  • Configuration tested1.2GHz dual-core Intel Core M processor, 8GB memory, 512GB storage, Intel HD Graphics 5300.

Accessories

  • Adapters
  • USB-C to USB Adapter
  • USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter
  • USB-C VGA Multiport Adapter
  • AirPort and Wireless
  • AirPort Express
  • AirPort Extreme
  • AirPort Time Capsule
  • Other Accessories
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  • Apple USB SuperDrive
  • Magic Mouse
  • Magic Trackpad
  • World Travel Adapter Kit

Configure to Order

  • Configure your MacBook to order with this option, only at the Apple Online Store.
  • 1.3GHz dual-core Intel Core M processor (Turbo Boost up to 2.9GHz) with 4MB shared L3 cache

MacBook and the Environment

  • Apple takes a complete product life cycle approach to determining our environmental impact. Learn more
  • MacBook is designed with the following features to reduce its environmental impact
  • Mercury‑free display
  • Arsenic-free display glass
  • BFR-free
  • PVC-free
  • Beryllium-free
  • Highly recyclable aluminum enclosure
  • Meets ENERGY STAR Version 6.1 requirements
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  • Rated EPEAT Gold
  • Apple and the Environment
  • Recycling
  • Apple takes a holistic view of materials management and waste minimization. Learn more about how to recycle your Mac.

Apple MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015) technical specifications

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MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015) — FAQ

What is the display size of Apple MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015)?

Apple MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015) has 12″ LED Retina (2304 × 1440).

What chip does Apple MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015) use?

Apple MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015) uses 1.1GHz1.1GHz dual-core Intel Core M processor (Turbo Boost ….

What storage capacities are available for Apple MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015)?

Available storage capacities include 256GB, 512GB.

What colors does Apple MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015) come in?

Apple MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015) is available in Silver.

What are the dimensions and weight of Apple MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015)?

Apple MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015) weighs 920 g.

How long does the Apple MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015) battery last?

Battery life of Apple MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015): up to 9 h.

What camera does Apple MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015) have?

Apple MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015) camera: 480p FaceTime camera.

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