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Apple MacBook 12″ (2015): Specs – Detailed Specifications

Here's what you need to know about the 2015 Apple MacBook 12-inch specifications including display size, resolution, processor, RAM, storage, camera, battery, and more.

BY Conor Banett January 02, 2021 10:28 am

Apple MacBook 2015 Specs

Apple MacBook 12in 2015 Technical Specifications

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Availability
Released	2015
Release Info	Announced on March 9, 2015 Available on March 10, 2015
Pricing	$1,299 Intel Core M-5Y31 \| 8GB RAM \| 256GB SSD $1,599 Intel Core M-5Y51 \| 8GB RAM \| 512GB SSD
Stores	See at Amazon

MacBook 12” 2015 Price
	Apple Macbook Retina Display 12in Laptop (2015) - 256GB SSD, 8 GB Memory, Silver (Renewed) By Apple $599.99	See at Amazon
	Apple Macbook 12.0-inch 256GB Intel Core M Dual-Core Laptop - Silver (Renewed) By Apple $649.99	See at Amazon
	Apple MacBook MJY42LL/A 12in Laptop Retina Display 512GB, Space Gray - (Renewed) By Apple $679.99	See at Amazon
	Apple MacBook MK4M2LL/A 12-Inch Laptop with Retina Display 256GB (Gold) - (Renewed) By Apple $599.99 Was: $629.99	See at Amazon
	Apple MacBook MJY32LL/A 12-Inch Laptop with Retina Display, Space Gray, 256 GB (Renewed) By Apple $649.99	See at Amazon
	Apple MacBook Pro MF839LL/A 128GB Flash Storage - 8GB LPDDR3 - 13.3in with Intel Core i5 2.7 GHz (Renewed) By Apple $484.97 Was: $528.00	See at Amazon

Display	MacBook 12” 2015
Size	12 Inches
Info	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 900 1280 by 800 1024 by 640

Exterior	MacBook 12” 2015
Dimensions	11.04” x 7.74” x 0.14 - 0.52” (280.5 mm x 196.5 mm x 3.5 - 13.1 mm)
Weight	Starting at 2.03 pounds (920 g)
Colors	SilverSpace GrayGold
Keyboard and Trackpad	Full-size backlit 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
Ports	One USB Type-C port with support for: 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)

Internal Specs	MacBook 12” 2015
Processor	5th Gen Intel® Core™ M-5Y31 2 cores, 4 threads, 1.10 → 2.40 GHz, 4MB Cache, 6W 5th Gen Intel® Core™ M-5Y51 2 cores, 4 threads, 1.20 → 2.60 GHz, 4MB Cache, 6W 5th Gen Intel® Core™ M-5Y71 2 cores, 4 threads, 1.30 → 2.90 GHz, 4MB Cache, 6W
Integrated Graphics	5th Gen Intel® Core™ M-5Y31 Intel® HD Graphics 5300 24 Execution Units, 300 → 850 MHz 5th Gen Intel® Core™ M-5Y51 Intel® HD Graphics 5300 24 Execution Units, 300 → 900 MHz 5th Gen Intel® Core™ M-5Y71 Intel® HD Graphics 5300 24 Execution Units, 300 → 900 MHz
Memory	8GB 1600MHz LPDDR3 onboard memory
Storage	256GB512GB PCIe-based onboard flash storage.

Connectivity	MacBook 12” 2015
Wi-Fi	802.11ac Wi‑Fi wireless networking IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n compatible
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology

Battery	MacBook 12” 2015
Size	39.5 Wh lithium‑polymer battery
Battery Life	Up to 9 hours of wireless web Up to 10 hours of iTunes movie playback Up to 30 days of standby time
Power Supply	29W USB-C Power Adapter

Software	MacBook 12” 2015
OS	Shipped with OS X Yosemite
Built-in Apps	PhotosiMovieGarageBandPagesNumbersKeynoteSafariMailMessagesFaceTimeCalendarNotesApp StoreiTunesiBooksMapsContactsReminders

Camera & Audio	MacBook 12” 2015
Camera	480p FaceTime HD camera
Audio	Stereo speakers Dual microphones 3.5 mm headphone jack Support for Apple iPhone headset with remote and microphone

Misc	MacBook 12” 2015
In the box	MacBook 29W USB-C Power Adapter USB-C Charge Cable (2 m)
Warranty	Limited Warranty and Service Your MacBook 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 800-823-2275.
More	Video Support Intel HD Graphics 5300 Dual display and video mirroring: Simultaneously 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

MacBook 12” 2015 Price

Here is the latest price update for MacBook 12” 2015.

MacBook 12” 2015 Price
	Apple Macbook Retina Display 12in Laptop (2015) - 256GB SSD, 8 GB Memory, Silver (Renewed) By Apple $599.99	See at Amazon
	Apple Macbook 12.0-inch 256GB Intel Core M Dual-Core Laptop - Silver (Renewed) By Apple $649.99	See at Amazon
	Apple MacBook MJY42LL/A 12in Laptop Retina Display 512GB, Space Gray - (Renewed) By Apple $679.99	See at Amazon
	Apple MacBook MK4M2LL/A 12-Inch Laptop with Retina Display 256GB (Gold) - (Renewed) By Apple $599.99 Was: $629.99	See at Amazon
	Apple MacBook MJY32LL/A 12-Inch Laptop with Retina Display, Space Gray, 256 GB (Renewed) By Apple $649.99	See at Amazon
	Apple MacBook Pro MF839LL/A 128GB Flash Storage - 8GB LPDDR3 - 13.3in with Intel Core i5 2.7 GHz (Renewed) By Apple $484.97 Was: $528.00	See at Amazon