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Apple MacBook 12″ (2016): Specs – Detailed Specifications
Here's what you need to know about the 2016 Apple MacBook 12-inch specifications including display size, resolution, processor, RAM, storage, camera, battery, and more.
January 24, 2024 09:41 am
Apple MacBook 12in 2016 Technical Specifications
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| Availability |
| Released | 2016 |
| Release Info |
- Announced on April 19, 2016
- Available on April 19, 2016
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| Pricing | |
| Display | MacBook 12” 2016 |
| 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
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| Exterior | MacBook 12” 2016 |
| 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 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
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| 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)
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| Internal Specs | MacBook 12” 2016 |
| Processor | - 6th Gen Intel® Core™ m3-6Y30
2 cores, 4 threads, 0.90 → 2.20 GHz, 4MB SmartCache, 4.5W - 6th Gen Intel® Core™ m5-6Y54
2 cores, 4 threads, 1.10 → 2.70 GHz, 4MB SmartCache, 4.5W - 6th Gen Intel® Core™ m7-6Y75
2 cores, 4 threads, 1.20 → 3.10 GHz, 4MB SmartCache, 4.5W
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| Integrated Graphics | - 6th Gen Intel® Core™ m3-6Y30
Intel® HD Graphics 515 24 Execution Units, 300 → 850 MHz - 6th Gen Intel® Core™ m5-6Y54
Intel® HD Graphics 515 24 Execution Units, 300 → 900 MHz - 6th Gen Intel® Core™ m7-6Y75
Intel® HD Graphics 515 24 Execution Units, 300 → 1000 MHz
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| Memory | 8GB 1866 MHz LPDDR3 onboard memory |
| Storage | 256GB512GB PCIe-based onboard flash storage. |
| Connectivity | MacBook 12” 2016 |
| Wi-Fi |
- 802.11ac Wi‑Fi wireless networking
- IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n compatible
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| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology |
| Battery | MacBook 12” 2016 |
| Size | 41.4 Wh lithium‑polymer battery |
| Battery Life |
- Up to 10 hours of wireless web
- Up to 11 hours of iTunes movie playback
- Up to 30 days of standby time
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| Power Supply | 29W USB-C Power Adapter |
| Software | MacBook 12” 2016 |
| OS | Shipped with OS X El Capitan |
| Built-in Apps | PhotosiMovieGarageBandPagesNumbersKeynoteSafariMailMessagesFaceTimeCalendarNotesApp StoreiTunesiBooksMapsContactsReminders |
| Camera & Audio | MacBook 12” 2016 |
| Camera | 480p FaceTime HD camera |
| Audio |
- Stereo speakers
- Dual microphones
- 3.5 mm headphone jack
- Support for Apple iPhone headset with remote and microphone
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| Misc | MacBook 12” 2016 |
| In the box |
- MacBook
- 29W USB-C Power Adapter
- USB-C Charge Cable (2 m)
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| 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.
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| More | Video Support
- Intel HD Graphics 515
- Dual display and video mirroring: simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to 3840 by 2160 pixels at 30Hz on an external display, both at millions of colors
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