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Apple MacBook Pro "Core i7" 2.9 15" Touch/Mid-2017 Model A1707(EMC3162 - $250 (Ocala)
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Dimensions: 0.61 x 13.75 x 9.48 Avg. Weight: 4.02 lbs (1.83 kg)
Original Price (US): US $2,799 Est. Current Retail: US$300-US$450
Details: The original price is the same regardless of color.
The MacBook Pro "Core i7" 2.9 15-Inch (Mid-2017 Retina Display, Touch Bar, Four Thunderbolt 3 Ports) is powered by a 14 nm, 7th Generation "Kaby Lake" 2.9 GHz Intel "Core i7" processor (7820HQ), with four independent processor "cores" on a single silicon chip, an 8 MB shared level 3 cache, 16 GB of onboard 2133 MHz LPDDR3 SDRAM and 512 GB of onboard flash storage (RAM cannot be upgraded at the time of purchase, but the flash storage could), and dual graphics processors -- an AMD Radeon Pro 560 with 4 GB of dedicated GDDR5 memory and an integrated Intel HD Graphics 630 graphics processor that shares memory with the system.
Externally, this notebook has an integrated 720p FaceTime HD webcam, a thin, backlit "second generation" butterfly mechanism keyboard with an integrated "Touch Bar" touch-sensitive control that adapts for different applications and provides Touch ID login support in lieu of traditional function keys, and a gigantic "Force Touch" trackpad.
This model is powered by a 14 nm, 64-bit "Seventh Generation" Intel Mobile Core i7 "Kaby Lake" (I7-7820HQ) 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 3.9 GHz for this model) -- and "Hyper Threading" -- which allows the system to recognize eight total "cores" or "threads" (four real and four virtual).
Additionally, it has a high-resolution LED-backlit 15.4" widescreen 2880x1800 (220 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 4 pounds (1.83 kg).
Connectivity includes 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, four "Thunderbolt 3" ports (USB-C connector), and a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
Compared to its predecessor, this model is effectively identical externally, but has a more advanced processor and architecture.
Turbo Boost: 3.9 GHz Custom Speeds: 3.1 GHz*
Processor Upgrade: Soldered FPU: Integrated
System Bus Speed: 8 GT/s (DMI3)* Cache Bus Speed: 2.9 GHz (Built-in)
ROM/Firmware Type: EFI EFI Architecture: 64-Bit
L1 Cache: 32k/32k x4 L2/L3 Cache: 256k x4, 8 MB*
RAM Type: LPDDR3 SDRAM* Min. RAM Speed: 2133 MHz
Details: Shipped standard with 16 GB of 2133 MHz LPDDR3 SDRAM onboard.
Standard RAM: 16 GB* Maximum RAM: 16 GB*
Details: *16 GB of RAM is onboard and cannot be upgraded to a higher capacity at the initial time of system purchase or later.
Also see: Actual Max RAM of All G3 & Later Macs.
Motherboard RAM: 16 GB* RAM Slots: None
Video Card: Radeon Pro 560* VRAM Type: GDDR5
Details: *This model has dual graphics processors -- a AMD Radeon Pro 560 with 4 GB of dedicated GDDR5 SDRAM and an Intel HD Graphics 630 graphics processor that shares system memory. 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 AMD graphics, otherwise it will use the integrated Intel graphics to conserve battery life).
Standard VRAM: 4 GB* Maximum VRAM: 4 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 has a brightness rating of 500 nits and a wide color gamut (P3), as well. It also supports scaled resolutions of 1920 by 1200, 1680 by 1050, 1280 by 800, and 1024 by 640.
In the US, site sponsor AppleParts.io offers mail-in repair services, as well as parts for do-it-yourself repair for this this MacBook Pro.
In Germany, site sponsor Sadaghian offers display replacement, graphics repair, logic board repair, battery replacement, data recovery, and other repair services for this MacBook Pro; free error analysis, free DHL shipping throughout Germany, and a 12-month warranty are included on all repairs.
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 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: 4096x2304 (x4*)
Details: *In addition to simultaneous support of the internal display, this model supports a maximum resolution up to 4096x2304 at 60 Hz at millions of colors on four external displays or two external displays at a maximum resolution up to 5120x2880 at 60 Hz at over a billion colors via Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C).
Standard Storage: 512 GB SSD* Std. Storage Speed: N/A
Details: *This model shipped with a 512 GB SSD by default, but it could be upgraded at the time of purchase to 1 TB or 2 TB for an extra US$400 or US$1200, respectively.
In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells external storage upgrades for this MacBook Pro.
In the UK and Ireland, site sponsor Flexx sells external storage upgrades for this MacBook Pro.
Also see: What SSD storage options are available for the "Touch Bar" MacBook Pro models? Is it even possible to upgrade the storage?
Also see: SSD Compatibility Guide for All G3 & Later Macs.
Storage Dimensions: Soldered Storage Interface: Onboard (PCIe 3.0)
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: 802.11ac Standard Bluetooth: 4.2
USB Ports: 4* (3.1) Firewire Ports: None
Expansion Slots: None Expansion Bays: 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.
Incl. Keyboard: Full-size Incl. Input: Trackpad (Force Touch)
Case Type: Notebook Form Factor: 15" MacBook Pro (Touch Bar)
Apple Order No: MPTT2LL/A* Apple Subfamily: Mid-2017 15" (Touch Bar)
Apple Model No: A1707 (EMC 3162) Model ID: MacBookPro14,3
Details: Please note that these identifiers refer to more than one model.
Also see: All Macs with the A1707 Model Number, the 3162 EMC Number, and the MacBookPro14,3 Model Identifier.
For more about these identifiers and how to locate them on each Mac, please refer to EveryMac.com's Mac Identification section.
Battery Type: 76.0 W h Li-Poly Battery Life: 10 Hours
Details: Apple reports that this model has a "76.0-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery" that provides "up to" 10 hours of wireless web or iTunes movie playback. It likely is glued in place and cannot be replaced by an end user. When additional information is available, this will be updated. It has an 87W USB-C power adapter, too.
Also see: How do you replace the battery in the 15-Inch Retina Display MacBook Pro? Is it possible?
In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells quality batteries for this MacBook Pro.
In the UK and Ireland, site sponsor Flexx sells quality batteries for this MacBook Pro.
Pre-Installed MacOS: X 10.12.5 (16F2073) Maximum MacOS: 13.x (Ventura)
Minimum Windows: 10 (64-Bit)* Maximum Windows: 10 (64-Bit)*
MacOS 9 Support: None Windows Support: Boot/Virtualization