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MacBook Retina 12-inch (2017) - Core i5 - 8GB SSD 512 QWERTY - English

MacBook (2017, Intel)

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Mid-2017Release date
12Screen size (in)
2304 x 1440Resolution
512 GBStorage (GB)
8 GBMemory (GB)
SSDStorage type
NoTouch Bar
YesRetina
YesBluetooth

The MacBook Retina 12-inch (2017) is a compact and lightweight laptop designed for users who need portability without sacrificing a high-resolution display. Launched in 2017, it features a sleek design with a 12-inch Retina display and efficient hardware suitable for everyday tasks such as browsing, writing, and media consumption.

Key features:

Display: 12-inch Retina display
Processor: Intel Core i5 processor
Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 615
Memory: 8GB RAM
Storage: SSD 512GB

Who is this for?

The MacBook Retina 12-inch (2017) is ideal for students, travellers, or casual users who prioritize portability and a high-quality display for light tasks. It’s suitable for web browsing, document editing, and media viewing, but may not handle demanding applications or multitasking extensively.

Pros & Cons:

Pros	Cons
Ultraslim and portable design	Limited performance for demanding tasks
High-resolution Retina display	No dedicated GPU for intensive graphics work

Why refurbished?

Choosing a refurbished MacBook Retina 12-inch (2017) provides access to a compact, high-quality device at a more accessible price point. Each device undergoes thorough testing to meet Back Market’s quality standards, ensuring reliability and performance. Learn more about our quality standards.

Release date: Mid-2017
Screen size (in): 12
Resolution: 2304 x 1440
Storage (GB): 512 GB
Memory (GB): 8 GB
Storage type: SSD
Touch Bar: No
Retina: Yes
Bluetooth: Yes
Webcam: Yes
Microphone: Yes
Height: 1.31 in
Front camera definition: 480p
Operating system: macOS
Manufacturer version: A1534
IPS: Yes
Width: 28.05 in
Compatible with latest Update: No
Brand: Apple
Turbo Boost: 3.2
Processor speed (GHz): 1.3 GHz
Brightness: 300 nits brightness
Speakers: Stereo speakers
USB-C port: 1
Processor: Core i5-7Y54
USB-A port: 0
Webcam definition: 480p
Weight: 920 oz
Processor brand: Intel
Keyboard Language & Type: QWERTY - English
HDMI outputs: No
True Tone: No
Architecture: 64-bits
Microphone specifications: Dual microphones
Colour: Silver
Wi-Fi version: Wi‑Fi 802.11ac
Promotion: No
Model: MacBook
Depth: 19.65 in
Release year: 2017
Touch ID: No
Bluetooth version: Bluetooth 4.2
Screen type: Retina display
Maximum Operating System supported: macOS Ventura

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