Apple MacBook Pro
Apple MacBook Pro
| Introduction Date: | June 11, 2012 | Discontinued Date: | February 13, 2013 |
| Processors: | 1 (4 Cores) | Architecture: | 64-Bit |
| Geekbench 2 (32): | 12065 | Geekbench 2 (64): | 13428 |
| Geekbench 3 (32): | 2982 | Geekbench 3 (32): | 11334 |
| Geekbench 3 (64): | 3294 | Geekbench 3 (64): | 12697 |
| Geekbench 4 (SC): | 3615 | Geekbench 4 (MC): | 11617 |
| Geekbench 5 (SC): | 734 | Geekbench 5 (MC): | 2704 |
| Processor Speed: | 2.7 GHz | Processor Type: | Core i7 (I7-3820QM) |
| Details: | This model is powered by a 22 nm, 64-bit Intel Mobile Core i7 "Ivy Bridge" (I7-3820QM) processor which includes four independent processor "cores" on a single silicon chip. Each core has a dedicated 256k level 2 cache, shares 8 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 3.7 GHz for this model) -- and "Hyper Threading" -- which allows the system to recognize eight total "cores" or "threads" (four real and four virtual). Also see: How much faster is the Retina Display-equipped "Mid-2012" MacBook Pro custom configured with a faster processor than the stock models? Is the extra performance worth the extra cost? |
| Turbo Boost: | 3.7 GHz | Custom Speeds: | N/A |
| Processor Upgrade: | Soldered | FPU: | Integrated |
| System Bus Speed: | 5 GT/s* | Cache Bus Speed: | 2.7 GHz (Built-in) |
| ROM/Firmware Type: | EFI | EFI Architecture: | 64-Bit |
| L1 Cache: | 32k/32k x4 | L2/L3 Cache: | 256k x 4, 8 MB* |
| RAM Type: | DDR3L SDRAM* | Min. RAM Speed: | 1600 MHz |
| Details: | Ships standard with 8 GB of 1600 MHz DDR3L SDRAM onboard. |
| Standard RAM: | 8 GB | Maximum RAM: | 16 GB* |
| Details: | *8 GB of RAM is onboard. It originally could be upgraded at the time of purchase to 16 GB as a US$200 option, but it cannot be upgraded subsequently. Also see: Actual Max RAM of All G3 & Later Macs. |
| Motherboard RAM: | 8 GB* | RAM Slots: | None |
| Video Card: | GeForce GT 650M* | VRAM Type: | GDDR5 |
| Details: | *This system has dual graphics processors -- a NVIDIA GeForce GT 650M with 1 GB of dedicated GDDR5 SDRAM and Intel HD Graphics 4000 with memory shared with the system. The system automatically switches between graphics systems based on use (when applications use OpenGL, Core Graphics or other graphically demanding technologies, the system will use the dedicated graphics card, otherwise it will use Intel HD Graphics to conserve battery life). Also see: Is there a "hack" to switch between graphics processors on the Retina Display-equipped MacBook Pro models manually? |
| Standard VRAM: | 1 GB* | Maximum VRAM: | 1 GB* |
| Built-in Display: | 15.4" Widescreen | Native Resolution: | 2880x1800 |
| Details: | This model has a 15.4" color widescreen LED-backlit display with IPS technology with a 2880 by 1800 native resolution at 220 ppi (178-degree viewing angle). It also supports scaled resolutions of 1920 by 1200, 1680 by 1050, 1280 by 800, and 1024 by 640. Also see: How can you "force" or "hack" the Retina Display MacBook Pro models to run at the native resolution or otherwise fit more on screen than by default? In the UK, site sponsor ALB Repair offers component-level logic board repair, display repair, and other repair services for this MacBook Pro. 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 Pro. 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 Pro. 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 Pro. In Hong Kong, site sponsor iCertified provides well-reviewed repair services for the display, logic board, battery, water damage, and more, all with a 180-day warranty; free diagnostics and estimates; and optional pickup and delivery for this MacBook Pro. |
| 2nd Display Support: | Dual/Mirroring* | 2nd Max. Resolution: | 2560x1600 (x2*) |
| Details: | *This model supports a simultaneous maximum resolution up to 2560x1600 on two external displays via Thunderbolt. Alternately, it can support a single display up to 2560x1600 via Thunderbolt and a single display up to 1920x1200 via HDMI. Although it can theoretically power all three external displays, as confirmed by a helpful reader, it runs too hot with three displays connected. Also see: How many external displays can the Retina Display MacBook Pro models support? What is the maximum supported resolution of each? Are adapters required? |
| Standard Storage: | 512 GB SSD* | Std. Storage Speed: | 390/440 MB/s** |
| Details: | *As originally shipped, this model has 512 GB of flash storage rather than a hard drive. Starting on August 2, 2012, it also became possible to custom configure the entry-level 2.3 GHz Retina Display MacBook Pro (MC975LL/A) with the 2.7 GHz "Core i7" processor, and this configuration would have 256 GB of storage unless it also was upgraded via custom configuration. By custom configuration at the time of purchase, this model also could be upgraded to 768 GB of flash storage for an additional US$500. **Third-party tests using the Blackmagic benchmark report write speeds of 390 MB/s and read speeds of 440 MB/s. Apple does not intend for one to upgrade the flash storage after purchase, but it is quite possible. **As first discovered by site sponsor OWC, the "Mid-2012" Retina Display-equipped line uses a different connector than previous models. Also see: How do you upgrade or replace the storage in the Retina Display-equipped "Mid-2012" MacBook Pro models? Is it even possible? In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells storage upgrades for this MacBook Pro. In the UK, site sponsor Flexx sells storage upgrades for this MacBook Pro. In France, site sponsor MacWay sells SSDs and other storage upgrades for this MacBook Pro. In Australia, site sponsor Macfixit sells storage upgrades for this MacBook Pro. Also see: SSD Compatibility Guide for All G3 & Later Macs. |
| Storage Dimensions: | Proprietary | Storage Interface: | Proprietary* (6 Gb/s) |
| Standard Optical: | None* | Standard Disk: | None |
| Standard Modem: | None | Standard Ethernet: | None* |
| Details: | *This model does not have an internal Ethernet port. However, an Apple Thunderbolt to Gigabit Ethernet adapter is available. |
| Standard AirPort: | 802.11a/b/g/n (3-Stream) | Standard Bluetooth: | 4.0 |
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