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Apple MacBook Pro "Core i5" 2.0 13" Late 2016 Specs

Identifiers: Late 2016 13" - MLL42LL/A* - MacBookPro13,1 - A1708 - 2978

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Apple MacBook Pro Retina 13-Inch Late 2016 (No Touch Bar, 2 Thunderbolt 3 Ports)The MacBook Pro "Core i5" 2.0 13-Inch (Late 2016 Retina Display, Two Thunderbolt 3 Ports) features a 14 nm, 6th Generation "Skylake" 2.0 GHz Intel "Core i5" processor (6360U), with dual independent processor "cores" on a single silicon chip, a 4 MB shared level 3 cache, 8 GB of onboard 1866 MHz LPDDR3 SDRAM (which could be upgraded to 16 GB at the time of purchase, but cannot be upgraded later), 256 GB of removable PCIe-based flash storage, and an integrated Intel Iris Graphics 540 graphics processor that shares memory with the system.

This notebook also has an integrated 720p FaceTime HD webcam, a thin, backlit "second generation" butterfly mechanism keyboard, a gigantic "Force Touch" trackpad, a high-resolution LED-backlit 13.3" widescreen 2560x1600 (227 ppi, 500 nits) "Retina" display, and a integrated battery that provides an Apple estimated 10 hours of runtime.

This notebook is offered in either silver colored aluminum or a darker "Space Gray" colored aluminum housing (but not other colors) and weighs just a bit more than 3 pounds (1.37 kg).

Connectivity includes 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, two "Thunderbolt 3" ports (USB-C connector), and a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

Compared to its predecessor, this model has a completely different external housing that is thinner, is available in another color option, and has a larger trackpad, but swaps a variety of ports for only two Thunderbolt 3 ports and a 3.5 mm headphone jack. Internally, it has a more advanced processor and architecture, as well as a more advanced graphics processor and better audio, but reduced battery life.

Also see:

  • What are all the differences between the 13-Inch "Late 2016" MacBook Pro models? What are the differences between these models and the "Early 2015" models replaced? (In-Depth)
  • What are all the differences between the 13-Inch and 15-Inch "Late 2016" MacBook Pro models? (In-Depth)
  • What are the "pros and cons" of the "Touch Bar" MacBook Pro models? Is one right for me? (Quick Read)

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October 27, 2016 June 5, 2017
Details: The "Introduction Date" refers to the date a model was introduced via press release. The "Discontinued Date" refers to the date a model either was replaced by a subsequent system or production otherwise ended.

Also see: All Macs introduced in 2016.
1 (2 Cores) 64-Bit
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7445 8935
Details: Geekbench 2 benchmarks are in 32-bit and 64-bit modes, respectively. These numbers reflect an average of user provided 32-bit and 64-bit results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.

You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit and 64-bit Geekbench 2 user submissions for Macs with the MacBookPro13,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.

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3053 6286
Details: These Geekbench 3 benchmarks are in 32-bit mode and are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.

You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for Macs with the MacBookPro13,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.

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3383 7060
Details: These Geekbench 3 benchmarks are in 64-bit mode and are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.

You also might be interested in reviewing all 64-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for Macs with the MacBookPro13,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.

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3602 7001
Details: These Geekbench 4 benchmarks are are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. All Geekbench 4 benchmarks are 64-bit. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.

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701 1609
Details: These Geekbench 5 benchmarks are are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. All Geekbench 5 benchmarks for the Mac are 64-bit. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.

You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 5 user submissions for Macs with the MacBookPro13,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.

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2.0 GHz Core i5 (I5-6360U)
Details: This model is powered by a 14 nm, 64-bit "Sixth Generation" Intel Mobile Core i5 "Skylake" (I5-6360U) processor which includes two independent processor "cores" on a single silicon chip. Each core has a dedicated 256k level 2 cache, shares 4 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 3.1 GHz for this model) -- and "Hyper Threading" -- which allows the system to recognize four total "cores" or "threads" (two real and two virtual).

Also see: How fast are the "Late 2016" MacBook Pro models compared to one another? How fast are they compared to the models replaced?
3.1 GHz 2.4 GHz (i7)*
Details: *This model also could be custom configured with a 2.4 GHz Core i7 (I7-6660U) for an extra US$300. This Core i7 processor has a 4 MB level 3 cache and supports "Turbo Boost 2.0" up to 3.4 GHz as well as "Hyper Threading" -- which allows the system to recognize four total "cores" or "threads" (two real and two virtual)."

EveryMac.com also has documented this custom Core i7 configuration as its own model.
Soldered Integrated
Details: Also see: Can you upgrade the processor in the Retina Display MacBook Pro models?
4 GT/s (OPI)* 2.0 GHz (Built-in)
Details: *This system has an OPI -- "On Package Interface" to connect the processor and chipset. Intel reports that it runs at 4 GT/s.
EFI 64-Bit
Details: N/A
32k/32k x2 256k x2, 4 MB*
Details: *Each core has its own dedicated 256k level 2 cache and the system has 4 MB of shared level 3 cache.
LPDDR3 SDRAM* 1866 MHz
Details: Ships standard with 8 GB of 1866 MHz LPDDR3 SDRAM onboard.
8 GB* 16 GB*
Details: *8 GB of RAM is onboard by default, but it could be upgraded to 16 GB at the time of purchase for US$100. RAM cannot be upgraded later.

Also see: Actual Max RAM of All G3 & Later Macs.
8 GB* None
Details: *There are no RAM slots. 8 GB of RAM is onboard. It can be upgraded to 16 GB only at the time of purchase.
Iris Graphics 540 Integrated
Details: This model has an Intel Iris 540 graphics processor that shares memory with the system.
1.5 GB* 1.5 GB*
Details: *Apple reports that this model uses Intel Iris Graphics 540 and allocates up to 1.5 GB of system memory for video function.
13.3" Widescreen 2560x1600
Details: This model has a 13.3" color widescreen LED-backlit display with IPS technology with a 2560 by 1600 native resolution at 227 ppi (178-degree viewing angle). It has a brightness rating of 500 nits and a wide color gamut (P3), as well. It also supports scaled resolutions of 1680 by 1050, 1440 by 900, 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?

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Dual/Mirroring* 4096x2304 (x2*)
Details: *In addition to simultaneous support of the internal display, this model supports a maximum resolution up to 4096x2304 at 60 Hz at over a billion colors on two external displays or a single external display at a maximum resolution up to 5120x2880 at 60 Hz at over a billion colors via Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C).

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?
256 GB SSD* N/A
Details: *This model ships with a 256 GB SSD by default, but it can be upgraded at the time of purchase to 512 GB or 1 TB for US$200 or US$600, respectively.

Also see: What SSD storage options are available for the "Touch Bar" MacBook Pro models? Is it even possible to upgrade the storage?

In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells storage upgrades for this MacBook Pro.

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Also see: SSD Compatibility Guide for All G3 & Later Macs.
Proprietary Proprietary* (PCIe 3.0)
Details: *Apple does not intend for one to upgrade the storage after purchase, and refers to it as "onboard" in marketing copy, but in a pleasant surprise, site sponsor OWC discovered that the SSD is a removable module. Consequently, it is theoretically possible to upgrade the internal SSD in this model after the initial purchase of the notebook.
None* None
Details: *This MacBook Pro does not have an internal optical drive. Site sponsor Adorama offers the external Apple USB SuperDrive for US$79. It writes DVD+R DL and DVD-R DL at 4X, DVD-R and DVD+R at 8X, DVD-RW at 6X, DVD+RW at 8X, reads DVD at 8X, writes CD-R at 24X, writes CD-RW at 16X, and reads CD at 24X.

Site sponsor Other World Computing also has a variety of compact external optical drive options that may be of interest, including some with Blu-ray capability.

Also see: What are the full capabilities of the external SuperDrive available for this MacBook Pro? Can it be used with other Macs?
None None*
Details: *This model does not have an internal Ethernet port. However, an Apple Thunderbolt to Gigabit Ethernet adapter is available.
802.11ac 4.2
Details: 802.11ac Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n compatible) and Bluetooth 4.2 standard. However, note that this model only supports 802.11ac up to 867Mbps.

Also see: What is 802.11ac? How is it different from 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n?
2* (3.1) None
Details: *This model has two Thunderbolt 3 ports (USB-C connector) that also support the USB 3.1 Gen 2 standard (up to 10 Gbps).
None None
Details: This model does not have any expansion slots or bays.

In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells a wide variety of external expansion options and accessories, including docks, adapters, cables, input devices, cases, and more for this MacBook Pro.
Full-size Trackpad (Force Touch)
Details: Apple reports that the integrated keyboard has "78 (US) or 79 (ISO) keys, including 12 function keys and 4 arrow keys" as well as an ambient light sensor.

The "Force Touch" trackpad offers "precise cursor control and pressure-sensing capabilities; enables Force clicks, accelerators, pressure-sensitive drawing, and Multi-Touch gestures."
Notebook 13" MacBook Pro (Early 2016, No Touch Bar)
Details: This MacBook Pro uses a thin black and silver or black and dark "Space Gray" "unibody" case design milled from a single piece of aluminum with a "catchless" magnetic latch. It does not have integrated "Touch Bar" capability.
MLL42LL/A* Late 2016 13"
Details: *The MLL42LL/A order number is for this model in Space Gray. In Silver, the order number is MLUQ2LL/A.
A1708 (EMC 2978) MacBookPro13,1
Details: Please note that these identifiers refer to more than one model.

Also see: All Macs with the A1708 Model Number, the 2978 EMC Number, and the MacBookPro13,1 Model Identifier.

For more about these identifiers and how to locate them on each Mac, please refer to EveryMac.com's Mac Identification section.
54.5 W h Li-Poly 10 Hours
Details: Apple reports that this model has a "54.5-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery" that provides "up to" 10 hours of wireless web or iTunes movie playback. It is glued in place and cannot be replaced by an end user.

Also see: How do you replace the battery in the 13-Inch Retina Display MacBook Pro? Is it possible?
X 10.12 (16A2323a) 12.x (Monterey)
Details: This system fully supports the last version of macOS Sierra (10.12) and macOS High Sierra (10.13). Running macOS High Sierra (10.13) or later, this model does support HEVC hardware acceleration.

This model is compatible with the final version of macOS Mojave (10.14), macOS Catalina (10.15), and macOS Big Sur (macOS 11), as well. It additionally supports the final version of macOS Monterey (macOS 12), but it does not support AirPlay to Mac in addition to the more minor Spatial Audio, Portrait Mode, 3D Landmarks, and Interactive Globe features. When paired with a compatible iPad, it supports the Sidecar feature. It does not support macOS Ventura (macOS 13) or later.

Also see: Which Macs are compatible with macOS Monterey (macOS 12)? What are the system requirements? What are the major new features? Do all features work with all supported Macs?
10 (64-Bit)* 10 (64-Bit)*
Details: *The pre-installed version of Apple's Boot Camp supports the 64-bit version of Windows 10. Earlier versions of Windows are not supported.
None Boot/Virtualization
Details: Also see: Are there any third-party programs to run Mac OS 9/Classic applications on Intel Macs?

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0.59 x 11.97 x 8.36 3.02 lbs (1.37 kg)
Details: In inches while closed - height by width by depth, (1.49 cm, 30.41 cm, 21.24 cm).
US$1499 US$300-US$400
Details: Please note that on average the estimated current retail pricing of used systems is updated twice a year (please refer to the date on the bottom of the page for the date last updated).

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2 (Thunderbolt 3/USB-C) None
Details: This model has two Thunderbolt 3 ports. These two ports support charging the notebook, DisplayPort, Thunderbolt (up to 40 Gbps), and USB 3.1 Generation 2 (up to 10 Gbps). An adapter is offered to connect the Thunderbolt 2 standard to Thunderbolt 3.

In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells Thunderbolt docks and external drives compatible with this Mac and just about all others.
None None
Details: N/A
None None
Details: N/A
2* (3.1) None
Details: *This model has two Thunderbolt 3 ports (USB-C connector) that also support the USB 3.1 Gen 2 standard (up to 10 Gbps).
None None
Details: No internal modem or Ethernet, although an Apple Thunderbolt to Gigabit Ethernet adapter is available for optional purchase. 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2 are standard.
None None
Details: N/A
2 (Internal) 1
Details: Dual internal microphones. Has a single 3.5 mm headphone jack.
1 1
Details: Has a single 3.5 mm headphone jack. It does not support optical audio.
None None
Details: N/A
N/A 1
Details: 100V-240V AC, 61W USB-C power adapter. This model does not support a "MagSafe" connector.

Global original prices for the MacBook Pro "Core i5" 2.0 13" Late 2016 in 34 different countries and territories follow; organized alphabetically by region.

For global original prices for Intel Macs in one particular country on a single page, please refer to EveryMac.com's Global Original Prices section.

Original Prices - North & South America

C$1899 R$11.499
MXN $34,990 US$1499

Original Prices - Europe

€1699 €1699
DKK 12,999 €1749
€1699 €1699
€1749 €1749
€1642,83 €1699
NOK 15.990 €1749
€1699 SEK 16.995
CHF 1'699 £1449

Original Prices - Asia

RMB 11,488 HK$11,588
Rs 129,900 Rp 21,699,000
¥148,800 KRW 1,890,000
RM 6,299 PHP 83,990
S$2,188 NT$47,900
THB 56,900 VND 36,990,000

Original Prices - Australia & New Zealand

A$2199 NZ$2499

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