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What are all the differences between the 13-Inch 'Early 2015' and the 15-Inch 'Mid-2015' Retina Display MacBook Pro models? Which is best for my needs?
Apple has discontinued 15-Inch 'Mid-2015' Retina Display MacBook Pro models with dual graphics. All other models in these lineups still are sold as new. This Q&A has been updated with the latest details.
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Specifically, the 13-Inch 'Early 2015' Retina Display MacBook Pro models are the MacBook Pro 'Core i5' 2.7 13', 'Core i5' 2.9 13', and 'Core i7' 3.1 13' and the 15-Inch 'Mid-2015' Retina Display MacBook Pro models are the still current MacBook Pro 'Core i7' 2.2 15' (IG),'Core i7' 2.5 15' (IG) and 'Core i7' 2.8 15' (IG) as well as the now discontinued MacBook Pro 'Core i7' 2.5 15' (DG) and 'Core i7' 2.8 15' (DG).
With a quick glance, it is obvious that the 'Early 2015' models have 13-Inch displays and the 'Mid-2015' models have 15-Inch displays, but there are many other differences that are nearly as important, even if they are not as obvious. As a result, a detailed comparison of the lines is necessary to determine which model is the best choice for your needs.
Photo Credit: Apple, Inc. (Retina Display MacBook Pro Models -- 13' Left, 15' Right)
External Differences
The 13-Inch and 15-Inch Retina Display MacBook Pro models use a similar and essentially 'sealed' aluminum and glass design of uniform thickness. The 13-Inch 'Early 2015' and 15-Inch 'Mid-2015' notebooks both are 0.71 of an inch thick, but the 13-Inch models are 3.46 pounds (1.57 kg) and the 15-Inch models are 4.46 pounds (2.02 kg).
The 'Early 2015' and 'Mid-2015' MacBook Pro models all have a high-resolution LED-backlit widescreen 'Retina' display, but the size and resolutions are different. The 13-Inch models have a 13.3' widescreen 2560x1600 (227 ppi) display and the 15-Inch models have a 15.4' widescreen 2880x1800 (220 ppi) display. By default, the 13-Inch and 15-Inch Retina Display MacBook Pro models run 'pixel doubled' at 1280x800 and 1440x900, respectively, but with four times the detail of a 'traditional' display.
Both lines have integrated stereo speakers, dual microphones, an integrated 720p FaceTime HD webcam, a full-size 'chiclet-style' backlit keyboard, and a new 'Force Touch' trackpad.
Apple explains that this new trackpad has 'built-in force sensors that allow you to click anywhere and haptic feedback that provides a responsive and uniform feel' and enables a new gesture called 'Force Click' which is a 'click followed by a deeper press' for additional functionality over the 'inertial scrolling, pinch, rotate, swipe, three-finger swipe, four-finger swipe, tap, double-tap, and drag capabilities' of the earlier trackpad.
Connectivity Differences (or Lack Thereof)
The 13-Inch 'Early 2015' and 15-Inch 'Mid-2015' Retina Display MacBook Pro notebooks have the same connectivity. Both lines have 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, two USB 3.0 ports, two 'Thunderbolt 2' ports, an HDMI port, an audio out port, an SDXC card slot, and a 'MagSafe 2' power connector port.
Thunderbolt-to-Gigabit Ethernet and Thunderbolt-to-Firewire 800 adapters also are offered at extra cost.
Identification Differences
The 'Early 2015' 13-Inch models and 'Mid-2015' 15-Inch Retina Display MacBook Pro models share external Model Numbers with earlier models that have the same display sizes. Specifically, the 13-Inch models share model number A1502 and the 15-Inch models share model number A1398.
Consequently, Model Identifiers, in software, and EMC Numbers, externally, are necessary for unique identification.
As always, EveryMac.com has diligently hand documented these details for your convenience:
Retina MacBook Pro | Subfamily | Model ID | EMC |
13-Inch | Early 2015 | ||
15-Inch (Integrated Graphics) | Mid-2015 | ||
15-Inch (Dual Graphics) | Mid-2015 |
Additionally, EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Lookup feature -- as well as the EveryMac app -- additionally can uniquely identify each one of the Retina Display MacBook Pro models by their serial numbers, which are listed in software as well as on the bottom of the system.
Internal Differences
Internally, the 'Early 2015' 13-Inch models and the 'Mid-2015' 15-Inch MacBook Pro models quite a bit in common. Each notebook has a storage module that uses a PCIe 2.0 x4 interface, and has a battery that is gluedin place. However, there are notable differences, too.
The 13-Inch models have dual core Intel 'Core i5' or 'Core i7' processors, 8 GB of onboard 1866 MHz LPDDR3 SDRAM memory (that can be upgraded to 16 GB of RAM at the time of purchase at additional cost, but not later), and an 'integrated' Iris Graphics 6100 graphics processor that shares memory with the system.
By contrast, the 15-Inch models have much fasterquad core 'Core i7' processors, 16 GB of slower onboard 1600 MHz DDR3L SDRAM that cannot be upgraded later, and either a single Iris Pro 5200 graphics processor or dual graphics processors -- a AMD Radeon R9 M370X with 2 GB of dedicated GDDR5 SDRAM as well as an Iris Pro 5200 graphics processor.
The SSD storage is not intended to be upgraded after purchase, but both the 13-Inch and 15-Inch models use the same proprietary 'blade' type PCIe-based storage and it can be upgraded later.
The internal battery on the 13-Inch models provides an Apple estimated 10-12 hours of runtime and the 15-Inch models provides an Apple estimated 9 hours of runtime.
Comparison Chart
The differences between the 'Early 2015' 13-Inch and 'Mid-2015' 15-Inch Retina Display MacBook Pro models -- processors, storage, memory, video processors, displays, battery life, identifiers, and original prices -- are summarized below:
13' Early 2015 Int. Graphics | 15' Mid-2015 Int. Graphics | 15' Mid-2015 Dual Graphics | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Current: | Yes | Yes | No |
| Processors: | I5-5257U I5-5287U I7-5557U | I7-4770HQ I7-4870HQ I7-4980HQ | I7-4870HQ I7-4980HQ |
| Cores: | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Speed: | 2.7 GHz 2.9 GHz 3.1 GHz | 2.2 GHz 2.5 GHz 2.8 GHz | 2.5 GHz 2.8 GHz |
| Turbo Boost: | 3.1 GHz 3.3 GHz 3.4 GHz | 3.4 GHz 3.7 GHz 4.0 GHz | 3.7 GHz 4.0 GHz |
| L3 Cache: | 3 MB, 4 MB | 6 MB | 6 MB |
| Std. Storage: | 128, 256, 512 GB | 256 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage Upgrade: | Proprietary | Proprietary | Proprietary |
| Std. RAM: | 8 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Max RAM: | 16 GB† | 16 GB† | 16 GB† |
| RAM Type: | 1866 MHz LPDDR3 | 1600 MHz DDR3L | 1600 MHz DDR3L |
| Video Card(s): | Iris 6100 | Iris Pro 5200 | Iris Pro 5200 AMD Radeon R9 M370X |
| GDDR5: | Integrated Only | Integrated/128 MB* | 2 GB |
| Display: | 13.3' | 15.4' | 15.4' |
| Std. Resolution: | 2560x1600 (227 ppi) | 2880x1800 (220 ppi) | 2880x1800 (220 ppi) |
| Battery Life: | 10-12 Hours | 9 Hours | 9 Hours |
| Battery Design: | Glued | Glued | Glued |
| Height: | 0.71 | 0.71 | 0.71 |
| Width: | 12.35 | 14.13 | 14.13 |
| Depth: | 8.62 | 9.73 | 9.73 |
| Weight: | 3.46 lbs | 4.46 lbs | 4.46 lbs |
| Order No (US): | MF839LL/A MF840LL/A MF841LL/A | MJLQ2LL/A | MJLT2LL/A |
| EMC No: | 2835 | 2909 | 2910 |
| Model ID: | MacBookPro12,1 | MacBookPro11,4 | MacBookPro11,5 |
| Orig. Price (US): | US$1299 US$1499 US$1799 | US$1999 | US$2499 |
| Orig. Price (UK): | £999 £1199 £1399 | £1599 | £1999 |
| Orig. Price (CA): | C$1549 C$1799 C$2199 | C$2449 | C$3049 |
| Orig. Price (AU): | A$1799 A$2099 A$2499 | A$2799 | A$3499 |
† The 'Early 2015' 13-Inch Retina Display MacBook Pro models can be upgraded to 16 GB of RAM, but only at the time of initial purchase. RAM cannot be upgraded after purchase in any of these models.
* The Intel Iris Pro 5200 graphics processor shares 1 GB of memory with the system for graphics function, but also has 128 MB of 'Crystalwell' embedded DRAM on the CPU package to provide additional memory bandwidth.
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So, which is ideal for my needs?
The 15-Inch 'Mid-2015' Retina Display MacBook Pro models provide much faster performance in a package that is a bit larger and a pound heavier than the 13-Inch 'Early 2015' Retina Display MacBook Pro models.
For those interested in a big, beautiful display and high performance, but who do not place a great deal of importance on price, internal upgrades, or legacy connectivity, a 15-Inch model is the clear choice.
Specifically, for those looking for the best price-to-performance ratio, the entry-level 15-Inch model -- the MacBook Pro 'Core i7' 2.2 15' (IG) -- is the best choice. For one looking for the ultimate in performance, particularly graphics performance, the high-end MacBook Pro 'Core i7' 2.5 15' (DG) or even the custom processor upgraded MacBook Pro 'Core i7' 2.8 15' (DG) are ideal, although these models now are only available on the used market.
On the other hand, for those more interested in a beautiful display in a smaller package and who place more importance on battery life than performance, a 13-Inch Retina Display MacBook Pro could be the perfect match. The 13-Inch model is best suited for someone who views a 15-Inch MacBook Pro Retina Display as too heavy, large, or expensive and who is less concerned about performance or value.
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Apple MacBook 'Core M' 1.1 12' (Early 2015) Specs
Identifiers: Early 2015 - MF855LL/A* - MacBook8,1 - A1534 - 2746
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Although it shares its name with the earlier MacBook models from yesteryear, the MacBook 'Core M' 1.1 12-Inch (Early 2015) and its slightly higher-end brother -- the MacBook 'Core M' 1.2 12-Inch (Early 2015) -- are radically different than their predecessors.
'Reinvented' for the ultimate in portability, the 'Early 2015' MacBook models are even lighter and thinner than the smallest models from the MacBook Air series, and with just one USB-C port for connectivity and a headphone jack, the hardware more resembles an iPad with an attached keyboard than it resembles earlier Apple notebooks. However, like the MacBook Air, these MacBook models run OS X rather than the iPad's iOS.
The MacBook 'Core M' 1.1 12-Inch (Early 2015) features a 14-nm 1.1 GHz Intel 'Core M' processor (M-5Y31) with two independent processor 'cores' on a single chip, a 4 MB level 3 cache, an 'integrated' Intel HD Graphics 5300 graphics processor that shares system memory, 8 GB of onboard 1600 MHz LPDDR3 SDRAM (that cannot be upgraded), and 256 GB of onboard PCIe-based flash storage (that also cannot be upgraded).
This all is housed in a wafer thin (0.14-0.52 inch), 2.03 pound, aluminum case offered in 'traditional' silver color as well as gold (pictured) and a darker slate 'Space Gray' color option. It also packs a lowly 480p FaceTime webcam, a backlit full-size keyboard with a thin 'butterfly mechanism' keyboard design, a clever haptic-capable 'Force Touch' trackpad, and a beautiful 12' TFT LED-backlit active-matrix 'Retina' display (2304x1440 native resolution at 226 ppi). Apple boasts that the notebook additionally uses a new 'tiered' battery design to maximize space inside the chassis and delivers 9-10 hours of runtime depending on use.
Also see:
- What are all the differences between the 'Early 2015' 12-Inch MacBook models? (In-Depth)
- What are all the differences between the 'Early 2015' 12-Inch MacBook models and the 11-Inch MacBook Air? (In-Depth)
- What are the 'pros and cons' of the 12-Inch Retina Display MacBook? Is it for me? (Quick Read)
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| Introduction Date: | March 9, 2015* | Discontinued Date: | April 19, 2016 |
| Details: | The 'Introduction Date' refers to the date a model was introduced via press release. The 'Discontinued Date' refers to the date a model either was replaced by a subsequent system or production otherwise ended. *This model first shipped on April 10, 2015. Also see: All Macs introduced in 2015. |
| Details: | Also see: All models with a 64-Bit processor courtesy of EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Sort. |
| Details: | Geekbench 2 benchmarks are in 32-bit and 64-bit modes, respectively. These numbers reflect an average of user provided 32-bit and 64-bit results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better. You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit and 64-bit Geekbench 2 user submissions for Macs with the MacBook8,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models. To dynamically compare Geekbench 2 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
| Details: | These Geekbench 3 benchmarks are in 32-bit mode and are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better. You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for Macs with the MacBook8,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models. To dynamically compare 32-bit Geekbench 3 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
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| Details: | These Geekbench 4 benchmarks are are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. All Geekbench 4 benchmarks are 64-bit. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better. You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 4 user submissions for Macs with the MacBook8,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models. To dynamically compare Geekbench 4 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
| Details: | These Geekbench 5 benchmarks are are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. All Geekbench 5 benchmarks for the Mac are 64-bit. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better. You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 5 user submissions for Macs with the MacBook8,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models. To dynamically compare Geekbench 5 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
| Processor Speed: | 1.1 GHz | Processor Type: | Core M (M-5Y31) |
| Details: | This model is powered by a 14 nm, 1.1 GHz 64-bit 'Fifth Generation' Intel Mobile M (M-5Y31) processor which includes two independent processor 'cores' on a single silicon chip. Each core has a dedicated 256k level 2 cache, shares 4 MB of level 3 cache, and has an integrated memory controller (dual channel). This system also supports 'Turbo Boost 2.0' -- which 'automatically increases the speed of the active cores' to improve performance when needed (up to 2.4 GHz for this model) -- and 'Hyper Threading' -- which allows the system to recognize four total 'cores' or 'threads' (two real and two virtual). Also see: How fast are the 'Early 2015' MacBook models compared to one another? How fast are these models compared to the 11-Inch and 13-Inch MacBook Air? How fast are they compared to the 13-Inch Retina Display MacBook Pro? |
| Details: | *This model also could be custom configured with a 1.3 GHz Core M (M-5Y71) for an extra US$150. This processor supports 'Turbo Boost 2.0' -- which 'automatically increases the speed of the active cores' to improve performance when needed up to 2.9 GHz -- and 'Hyper Threading' -- which allows the system to recognize four total 'cores' or 'threads' (two real and two virtual). EveryMac.com also has documented this custom configuration as its own model. |
| Details: | N/A |
| System Bus Speed: | OPI* | Cache Bus Speed: | 1.1 GHz (Built-in) |
| Details: | *This system does not have a traditional system bus or a 'Direct Media Interface' (DMI) to connect between the processor and chipset. Instead, it uses a directly attached 'On Package Interface' (OPI). |
| Details: | N/A |
| L1 Cache: | 32k/32k x2 | L2/L3 Cache: | 256k x2, 4 MB (on chip) |
| Details: | Each core has its own dedicated 256k level 2 cache and the system has 4 MB of shared level 3 cache. |
| Details: | *Shipped standard with 8 GB of 1600 MHz LPDDR3 SDRAM onboard. |
| Details: | 8 GB of RAM is onboard and it cannot be upgraded at all. Also see: Actual Max RAM of All G3 & Later Macs. |
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| Introduction Date: | March 9, 2015* | Discontinued Date: | April 19, 2016 |
| Details: | The 'Introduction Date' refers to the date a model was introduced via press release. The 'Discontinued Date' refers to the date a model either was replaced by a subsequent system or production otherwise ended. *This model first shipped on April 10, 2015. Also see: All Macs introduced in 2015. |
| Details: | Also see: All models with a 64-Bit processor courtesy of EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Sort. |
| Details: | Geekbench 2 benchmarks are in 32-bit and 64-bit modes, respectively. These numbers reflect an average of user provided 32-bit and 64-bit results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better. You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit and 64-bit Geekbench 2 user submissions for Macs with the MacBook8,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models. To dynamically compare Geekbench 2 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
| Details: | These Geekbench 3 benchmarks are in 32-bit mode and are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better. You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for Macs with the MacBook8,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models. To dynamically compare 32-bit Geekbench 3 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
| Details: | These Geekbench 3 benchmarks are in 64-bit mode and are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better. You also might be interested in reviewing all 64-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for Macs with the MacBook8,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models. To dynamically compare 64-bit Geekbench 3 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
| Details: | These Geekbench 4 benchmarks are are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. All Geekbench 4 benchmarks are 64-bit. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better. You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 4 user submissions for Macs with the MacBook8,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models. To dynamically compare Geekbench 4 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
| Details: | These Geekbench 5 benchmarks are are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. All Geekbench 5 benchmarks for the Mac are 64-bit. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better. You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 5 user submissions for Macs with the MacBook8,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models. To dynamically compare Geekbench 5 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
| Processor Speed: | 1.1 GHz | Processor Type: | Core M (M-5Y31) |
| Details: | This model is powered by a 14 nm, 1.1 GHz 64-bit 'Fifth Generation' Intel Mobile M (M-5Y31) processor which includes two independent processor 'cores' on a single silicon chip. Each core has a dedicated 256k level 2 cache, shares 4 MB of level 3 cache, and has an integrated memory controller (dual channel). This system also supports 'Turbo Boost 2.0' -- which 'automatically increases the speed of the active cores' to improve performance when needed (up to 2.4 GHz for this model) -- and 'Hyper Threading' -- which allows the system to recognize four total 'cores' or 'threads' (two real and two virtual). Also see: How fast are the 'Early 2015' MacBook models compared to one another? How fast are these models compared to the 11-Inch and 13-Inch MacBook Air? How fast are they compared to the 13-Inch Retina Display MacBook Pro? |
| Details: | *This model also could be custom configured with a 1.3 GHz Core M (M-5Y71) for an extra US$150. This processor supports 'Turbo Boost 2.0' -- which 'automatically increases the speed of the active cores' to improve performance when needed up to 2.9 GHz -- and 'Hyper Threading' -- which allows the system to recognize four total 'cores' or 'threads' (two real and two virtual). EveryMac.com also has documented this custom configuration as its own model. |
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| System Bus Speed: | OPI* | Cache Bus Speed: | 1.1 GHz (Built-in) |
| Details: | *This system does not have a traditional system bus or a 'Direct Media Interface' (DMI) to connect between the processor and chipset. Instead, it uses a directly attached 'On Package Interface' (OPI). |
| Details: | N/A |
| L1 Cache: | 32k/32k x2 | L2/L3 Cache: | 256k x2, 4 MB (on chip) |
| Details: | Each core has its own dedicated 256k level 2 cache and the system has 4 MB of shared level 3 cache. |
| Details: | *Shipped standard with 8 GB of 1600 MHz LPDDR3 SDRAM onboard. |
| Details: | 8 GB of RAM is onboard and it cannot be upgraded at all. Also see: Actual Max RAM of All G3 & Later Macs. |
| Details: | There are no RAM slots. 8 GB of RAM is onboard and it cannot be upgraded later. |
| Details: | This model has an Intel HD Graphics 5300 graphics processor that shares memory with the system. |
| Details: | *The Intel HD Graphics 5300 processor reserves 1.5 GB of system memory for video function. |
| Built-in Display: | 12' (16:10) | Native Resolution: | 2304x1440 |
| Details: | 12' color TFT LED-backlit active-matrix 'Retina' display with IPS technology and a 2304 by 1440 native resolution at 226 ppi (16:10 aspect ratio). Apple reports that it also supports '1440 by 900, 1280 by 800, and 1024 by 640' as scaled resolutions. In the UK, site sponsor ALB Repair offers component-level logic board repair, display repair, and other repair services for this MacBook. No fix, no fee! In Germany, site sponsor Conodi provides high quality Mac and PC repair services as well as remote home office setup and troubleshooting. In-person and mail order repair services include the display, motherboard, water damage and more for this MacBook. In Spain, site sponsor iRepairs provides affordable repair and data recovery services. In-person and by mail repair services include the display, battery, keyboard, motherboard, and more for this MacBook. In Singapore, site sponsor Esmond Service Centre provides highly regarded repairs for the display, motherboard, battery, water damage issues, and more, all with a free estimate and fast turnaround for this MacBook. |
| 2nd Display Support: | Dual/Mirroring | 2nd Max. Resolution: | 3840x2160 |
| Details: | This model can simultaneously support the internal display as well as up to 3840x2160 on an external display, both at 'millions of colors.' Also see: How do you connect an external display to the Retina MacBook? What is the maximum supported resolution? What is the best USB-C monitor to use? What adapters are required? |
| Standard Storage: | 256 GB SSD | Std. Storage Speed: | 451.7/738.2 MB/s* |
| Details: | This model has 256 GB of PCIe-based flash storage soldered onboard. It cannot be upgraded at all, whether at the time of purchase or otherwise. *Third-party tests using the Blackmagic benchmark report write speeds of 451.7 MB/s and read speeds of 738.2 MB/s. QuickBench Extended reports 460.93 MB/s writes and 845.05 MB/s reads. How do you connect external storage to the Retina Display MacBook? What options are available? Is it possible? Are adapters required? Also see: SSD Compatibility Guide for All G3 & Later Macs. |
| Storage Dimensions: | Soldered | Storage Interface: | Onboard (PCIe 2.0 x4) |
| Details: | This model has onboard PCIe 2.0 x4 storage. It cannot be upgraded. |
| Details: | *This MacBook model does not have an internal optical drive. Site sponsor Adorama offers the external Apple USB SuperDrive for US$79, although an adapter is required, as well. It writes DVD+R DL and DVD-R DL at 4X, DVD-R and DVD+R at 8X, DVD-RW at 6X, DVD+RW at 8X, reads DVD at 8X, writes CD-R at 24X, writes CD-RW at 16X, and reads CD at 24X. Site sponsor Other World Computing also has a variety of compact external optical drive options that may be of interest, including some with Blu-ray capability. Also see: What are the full capabilities of the external SuperDrive available for the MacBook? Can it be used with other Macs? |
| Details: | This MacBook does not have internal Ethernet support. Apple, likewise, has not released a USB-C to Ethernet adapter, although third-party adapters are available. How do you connect the Retina Display MacBook to a wired Ethernet network? Is it even possible? |
| Details: | 802.11ac Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n compatible) and Bluetooth 4.0 standard. Also see: What is 802.11ac? How is it different from 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n? |
| Details: | One USB-C port. Supports USB 3.1 Gen 1. What is USB-C? What adapters are available for the Retina Display MacBook USB-C port? |
| Details: | No expansion slots or bays provided. In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells a wide variety of external expansion options and accessories, including docks, cables, adapters, input devices, cases, and more for this MacBook. In Australia, site sponsor Macfixit offers an extensive selection of external expansion options and accessories like docks, stands, chargers, cases, security products, and more for this MacBook. |
| Incl. Keyboard: | Full-size | Incl. Input: | Trackpad (Force Touch) |
| Details: | Apple reports that the integrated keyboard has '78 (US) or 79 (ISO) keys, including 12 function keys, 4 arrow keys (inverted 'T' arrangement) with ambient light sensor.' Apple also boasts that this keyboard is '34 percent thinner' than the previous Apple keyboard design and uses 'an Apple-designed butterfly mechanism' that is 40 percent thinner than the 'traditional keyboard scissor mechanism.' The 'Force Touch' trackpad offers 'precise cursor control and pressure-sensing capabilities; enables Force clicks, accelerators, pressure-sensitive drawing, and Multi-Touch gestures.' |
| Details: | This MacBook uses an extremely thin aluminum case design with a 'catchless' magnetic latch. It is available in three color choices -- 'traditional' silver, gold, or a dark 'Space Gray' option. |
| Apple Order No: | MF855LL/A* | Apple Subfamily: | Early 2015 |
| Details: | *The MF855LL/A order number refers to this model in the Silver color. In Gold it is MK4M2LL/A and in Space Gray it is MJY32LL/A. |
| Apple Model No: | A1534 (EMC 2746) | Model ID: | MacBook8,1 |
| Details: | Please note that these identifiers refer to more than one model. Also see: All Macs with the A1534 Model Number, the 2746 EMC Number, and the MacBook8,1 Model Identifier. For more about these identifiers and how to locate them on each Mac, please refer to EveryMac.com's Mac Identification section. |
| Battery Type: | 39.7 W h Li-Poly | Battery Life: | 9-10 Hours |
2015 Macbook Pro
| Details: | Apple reports that this model can provide up to 9 hours of 'wireless web' and up to 10 hours of 'iTunes movie playback.' The system is bundled with a 29W USB-C power adapter. Also see: What is the 'real-world' battery life of the 'Early 2015' 12-Inch Retina Display MacBook? Is it really as long as Apple claims? How does it compare to the MacBook Air and Retina Display MacBook Pro? |
| Pre-Installed MacOS: | X 10.10.2 (14C2061) | Maximum MacOS: | Current* |
| Details: | *This system fully supports the last version of OS X 10.10 'Yosemite' and OS X 10.11 'El Capitan.' It is fully supported by the last version of macOS Sierra (10.12) and macOS High Sierra (10.13), also. Running macOS High Sierra (10.13), it supports HEVC (High-Efficiency Video Coding), but it does not support hardware accelerated HEVC. This model is compatible with the final version of macOS Mojave (10.14), the final version of macOS Catalina (10.15), and the current version of macOS Big Sur (macOS 11), as well. Also see: Which Macs are compatible with macOS Big Sur (macOS 11)? What are the system requirements? What are the major new features? |
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| Minimum Windows: | 8 (64-Bit)* | Maximum Windows: | 10 (64-Bit)* |
| Details: | *The pre-installed version of Apple's Boot Camp BCA supports the 64-bit version of Windows 8. Boot Camp 6 supports the 64-bit version of Windows 10. Earlier versions of Windows are not supported. |
| MacOS 9 Support: | None | Windows Support: | Boot/Virtualization |
| Details: | Also see: Are there any third-party programs to run Mac OS 9/Classic applications on Intel Macs? Site sponsor OHS specializes in heavily upgraded Macs capable of running both Mac OS X and Mac OS 9 applications. For more on running Windows on Intel Macs, please refer to the exhaustive Windows on Mac Q&A. |
| Dimensions: | .14-.52 x 11.04 x 7.74 | Avg. Weight: | 2.03 lbs (0.92 kg) |
| Details: | In inches while closed - minimum height to maximum height by width by depth, (0.35 cm-1.31 cm, 28.05 cm, 19.65 cm). |
| Original Price (US): | US$1299 | Est. Current Retail: | US$500-US$700 |
| Details: | Please note that on average the estimated current retail pricing of used systems is updated twice a year (please refer to the date on the bottom of the page for the date last updated). Photo Credit: Apple Computer. |
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| Details: | *This model is equipped with a single USB-C port. With adapters, it can support VGA and HDMI video output. Also see: How do you connect an external display to the Retina MacBook? What is the maximum supported resolution? What adapters are required? |
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| Details: | One USB-C port. Supports USB 3.1 Gen 1. What is USB-C? What adapters are available for the Retina Display MacBook USB-C port? |
| Details: | No internal modem or Ethernet. How do you connect the Retina Display MacBook to a wired Ethernet network? Is it even possible? |
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| Details: | Dual internal microphones. |
| Details: | *Single analog audio output/headphone jack. Supports Apple iPhone headset with remote and microphone. |
| Details: | N/A |
| Details: | 100V-240V AC, 29W 'USB-C' power adapter. What type of power connector does the Retina Display MacBook use? Is it compatible with 'MagSafe' power connectors? |
Global original prices for the MacBook 'Core M' 1.1 12' (Early 2015) in 34 different countries and territories follow; organized alphabetically by region.
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Original Prices - North & South America
| Mexico: | MXN $22,999 | United States: | US$1299 |
Original Prices - Europe
| Denmark: | DKK 11,299 | Finland: | €1499 |
| Ireland: | €1499 | Italy: | €1499 |
| Norway: | NOK 12.590 | Portugal: | €1499 |
| Switzerland: | CHF 1'399 | United Kingdom: | £1049 |
Original Prices - Asia
| India: | Rs 99,900 | Indonesia: | Rp 17,999,000 |
| Malaysia: | RM 4,499 | The Philippines: | PHP 64,990 |
| Thailand: | THB 43,900 | Vietnam: | VND 29,999,000 |
Original Prices - Australia & New Zealand
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