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Apple MacBook 12″ (2017): Specs – Detailed Specifications

Here's what you need to know about the 2017 Apple MacBook 12-inch specifications including display size, resolution, processor, RAM, storage, camera, battery, and more.

BY Conor Banett January 02, 2021 10:31 am

Apple MacBook 2017 Specs

Apple MacBook 12in 2017 Technical Specifications

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Availability
Released	2017
Release Info	Announced on June 5, 2017 Available on June 7, 2017
Pricing	$1,299 Intel Core m3-7Y32 \| 8GB RAM \| 256GB SSD $1,599 Intel Core m5-7Y54 \| 8GB RAM \| 512GB SSD
Stores	See at Amazon

MacBook 12” 2017 Price
	2017 Apple MacBook Laptop with Core m3 (M3-7Y32) (12-inch, 8GB RAM, 256 GB SSD Storage) - Space Gray (Renewed) By Apple $369.00 Was: $409.00	See at Amazon
	Apple MNYL2LL/A 12in MacBook, Retina, 1.3GHz Intel Core i5 Dual Core Processor, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD, Mac OS, Gold (Newest Version) (Renewed) By Apple $449.00 Was: $499.00	See at Amazon
	Apple MacBook MJY42LL/A 12in Laptop Retina Display 512GB, Space Gray - (Renewed) By Apple $306.49 Was: $324.99	See at Amazon
	Apple MacBook MLH82LL/A 12-Inch Laptop with Retina Display, Space Gray, 512 GB (Discontinued by Manufacturer) (Renewed) By Apple $399.99	See at Amazon
	Apple MacBook MLH72LL/A 12-Inch Laptop with Retina Display, Space Gray, 256 GB (Renewed) By Apple $549.90	See at Amazon
	Apple Macbook Retina Display 12 Inch Core M-5Y31 1.1GHz 8GB RAM 256GB SSD (Renewed) By Apple $390.00	See at Amazon

Display	MacBook 12” 2017
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” 2017
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 GrayGoldRose Gold
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 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” 2017
Processor	7th Gen Intel® Core™ m3-7Y32 2 cores, 4 threads, 1.10 → 3.00 GHz, 4MB SmartCache, 4.5W 7th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-7Y54 2 cores, 4 threads, 1.20 → 3.20 GHz, 4MB SmartCache, 4.5W 7th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-7Y75 2 cores, 4 threads, 1.30 → 3.60 GHz, 4MB SmartCache, 4.5W
Integrated Graphics	7th Gen Intel® Core™ m3-7Y32 Intel® HD Graphics 615 24 Execution Units, 300 → 900 MHz 7th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-7Y54 Intel® HD Graphics 615 24 Execution Units, 300 → 950 MHz 7th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-7Y75 Intel® HD Graphics 615 24 Execution Units, 300 → 1050 MHz
Memory	8GB Configurable to 16GB 1866 MHz LPDDR3 onboard memory
Storage	256GB512GB PCIe-based onboard SSD.

Connectivity	MacBook 12” 2017
Wi-Fi	802.11ac Wi‑Fi wireless networking IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n compatible
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology

Battery	MacBook 12” 2017
Size	41.4 Wh lithium‑polymer battery
Battery Life	Up to 10 hours of wireless web Up to 12 hours of iTunes movie playback Up to 30 days of standby time
Power Supply	29W USB-C Power Adapter

Software	MacBook 12” 2017
OS	Shipped with macOS High Sierra
Built-in Apps	PhotosiMovieGarageBandPagesNumbersKeynoteSiriSafariMailFaceTimeMessagesMapsNewsStocksHomeVoice MemosNotesCalendarContactsRemindersPhoto BoothPreviewiTunesBooksApp StoreTime Machine

Camera & Audio	MacBook 12” 2017
Camera	480p FaceTime HD camera
Audio	Stereo speakers Dual microphones 3.5 mm headphone jack

Misc	MacBook 12” 2017
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 615 Dual display and video mirroring: simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to 4096-by-2304 resolution at 60Hz on an external display, both at millions of colors

MacBook 12” 2017 Price

Here is the latest price update for MacBook 12” 2017.

MacBook 12” 2017 Price
	2017 Apple MacBook Laptop with Core m3 (M3-7Y32) (12-inch, 8GB RAM, 256 GB SSD Storage) - Space Gray (Renewed) By Apple $369.00 Was: $409.00	See at Amazon
	Apple MNYL2LL/A 12in MacBook, Retina, 1.3GHz Intel Core i5 Dual Core Processor, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD, Mac OS, Gold (Newest Version) (Renewed) By Apple $449.00 Was: $499.00	See at Amazon
	Apple MacBook MJY42LL/A 12in Laptop Retina Display 512GB, Space Gray - (Renewed) By Apple $306.49 Was: $324.99	See at Amazon
	Apple MacBook MLH82LL/A 12-Inch Laptop with Retina Display, Space Gray, 512 GB (Discontinued by Manufacturer) (Renewed) By Apple $399.99	See at Amazon
	Apple MacBook MLH72LL/A 12-Inch Laptop with Retina Display, Space Gray, 256 GB (Renewed) By Apple $549.90	See at Amazon
	Apple Macbook Retina Display 12 Inch Core M-5Y31 1.1GHz 8GB RAM 256GB SSD (Renewed) By Apple $390.00	See at Amazon