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Apple MacBook Pro (13-inch, Late 2011) Core i7
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Processor
2.8GHz dual-core Intel Core i7 processor -
Display
13.3-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit glossy widescreen display, 1280 by 800 resolution -
RAM
4 GB -
Storage
500 GB HDD, 720 GB HDD, 128 GB SSD, 256 GB SSD, 512 GB SSD -
Web Cam
FaceTime HD camera -
OS
macOS
Apple MacBook Pro (13-inch, Late 2011)
Product Brand: Apple
Editor's Rating:
6
6
Pros
- Portable and lightweight design for easy carrying
- Solid performance with Intel Core i5 or i7 processor options
- Adequate storage with up to 1 TB HDD or 256 GB SSD options
- High-quality display with a resolution of 1280×800 and LED backlighting
- Built-in FaceTime HD camera for video conferencing and taking photos
- Great keyboard and trackpad for comfortable and accurate typing and navigation
- Comes with pre-installed macOS X Lion operating system
- Durable and well-built design for long-lasting use
Cons
- Outdated hardware and specs compared to modern laptops
- Limited upgradability options with non-user-replaceable RAM and limited storage expansion
- Poor battery life of only up to 7 hours
- Lack of modern features such as Thunderbolt ports and high-resolution displays
- May struggle with running newer and more demanding software and applications
Here are the key specifications and features of the Apple MacBook Pro (13-inch, Late 2011):
Design and Build:
- Aluminum unibody design with a professional and sleek look
- 13.3-inch LED-backlit display with a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels
Processor and Performance:
- Dual-core Intel Core i5 or i7 processor for fast and efficient performance
- Up to 8GB of DDR3 memory for seamless multitasking
Storage:
- Up to 1TB of hard drive storage for ample space to store files and data
- Optional solid-state drive (SSD) for faster read and write speeds
Graphics and Audio:
- Intel HD Graphics 3000 integrated graphics processor for basic gaming and video playback
- High-quality audio system for clear and crisp sound
Connectivity:
- Wi-Fi 802.11n and Bluetooth 2.1 for wireless connectivity
- Two Thunderbolt ports for fast data transfer and charging
- FireWire 800 port, two USB 2.0 ports, and SDXC card slot for additional connectivity options
- Headphone jack for audio connectivity
Battery Life:
- High-capacity battery provides up to 7 hours of continuous use on a single charge
In conclusion, the Apple MacBook Pro (13-inch, Late 2011) is a reliable and solid laptop that was designed for general use and basic computing tasks. Its aluminum unibody design, fast processor, ample storage, and long battery life make it a suitable option for students and professionals who require a device for light work. However, it should be noted that the laptop is now over a decade old and may not be able to handle the demands of modern software and applications.
Here’s a summary of the technical specifications for the MacBook Pro (17-inch, Late 2011) laptop:
- Processor: 2.8GHz dual-core Intel Core i7 processor
- Memory: 4GB/8GB of 1333MHz DDR3 onboard memory
- Storage: 500 GB HDD, 720 GB HDD, 128 GB SSD, 256 GB SSD, 512 GB SSD
- Display: 13.3-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit glossy widescreen display, 1280 by 800 resolution
- Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 3000
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate)
- Camera: FaceTime HD camera
- I/O: MagSafe power port, Gigabit Ethernet port, FireWire 800 port, Two USB 2.0 ports, Thunderbolt port, Audio in/out, SDXC card slot, Kensington lock slot, 1 – 8x DVD-R/CD-RW dual-layer “SuperDrive” slot-loading drive
- Colours: Aluminum
Full Technical Specifications
General
| Device Type | Laptop |
| Released | 24 October, 2011 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| External Buttons and Connectors |
MagSafe power port Gigabit Ethernet port FireWire 800 port (up to 800 Mbps) Two USB 2.0 ports (up to 480 Mbps) Thunderbolt port (up to 10 Gbps) Audio in/out SDXC card slot Kensington lock slot 1 – 8x DVD-R/CD-RW dual-layer “SuperDrive” slot-loading drive |
Processor (CPU)
| Processor Type | Intel Core i7 2640M “Sandy Bridge” (2.8 GHz) |
| Processor Speed | 2.8 GHz |
| Processor Cores | Dual Core |
| Processor Cache |
Level 1 Cache 128 KB Level 2 Cache 512 KB Level 3 Cache 4 MB |
| Threads | 4 |
| Fabrication process | 32 nm |
| 64-bit Computing |
Memory (RAM)
| RAM | 4GB/8GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR2 SDRAM |
| RAM Speed | 1333MHz |
| RAM Max | upto 8 GB |
Storage
| Storage Type | Hard Disk drive (HDD) or Solid State Drive (SSD) |
| Storage Capacity |
500 GB HDD 720 GB HDD 128 GB SSD 256 GB SSD 512 GB SSD |
| Technology | SATA |
Display Info
| Display Type Display Technology => A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor) | LED-backlit glossy widescreen display with support for millions of colors |
| Size | 13.3-inch (diagonal) |
| Resolution | 1280 by 800 |
| Pixel Density Pixel Density (PPI) is refers to the concentration of pixels on a particular display, measured in pixels per inch (ppi). Pixel density is calculated by dividing the diagonal pixel resolution of a display by its diagonal size, higher pixel density better display quality. | 114 ppi |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 |
| Max. brightness | 250 cd/m² |
| Extras | Supported resolutions: 1280 by 800 (native), 1152 by 720, 1024 by 640, and 800 by 500 pixels at 16:10 aspect ratio; 1024 by 768, 800 by 600, and 640 by 480 pixels at 4:3 aspect ratio; 1024 by 768, 800 by 600, and 640 by 480 pixels at 4:3 aspect ratio stretched; 720 by 480 pixels at 3:2 aspect ratio; 720 by 480 pixels at 3:2 aspect ratio stretched |
Case
| Height | 0.95 inch (2.41 cm) |
| Width | 12.78 inch (32.5 cm) |
| Depth | 8.94 inch (22.7 cm) |
| Weight | 4.5 pounds (2.04 kg) |
| Colors | Aluminium |
| Touch Screen | No |
Graphics Card
| GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion. | Intel HD Graphics 3000 DDR3 SDRAM shared with main memory |
| GPU Memory | 384MB |
| Fabrication process | 32nm |
| GPU boost clock | 1350 (Boost) MHz |
Operating System
| Operating System OS => Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device. | macOS |
Battery or Power Info
| Battery Type Battery Type => Cell phones run on various kinds of batteries depending on the manufacturer, phone size or shape and features. There are basically four types of cell phone batteries => Lithium Polymer, Lithium Ion, Nickel Metal Hydride and Nickel Cadmium. | Li-Poly (Lithium Polymer) |
| Capacity Battery Capacity is a measure (typically in Amp-hr) of the charge stored by the battery, and is determined by the mass of active material contained in the battery. The battery capacity represents the maximum amount of energy that can be extracted from the battery under certain conditions. | 63.5 W |
| Placement | Non-removable |
Multimedia Features
| Audio Features |
Stereo speakers with subwoofer Omnidirectional microphone Combined headphone/line in (supports digital output) Support for Apple iPhone headset with microphone |
| Speakers | 2 – Built-in speakers |
| Microphone | 1 – Built-in microphone |
Connectivity Info
| Bluetooth Features Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices. | Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR |
| Wi-Fi Wi-Fi is a popular wireless networking technology using radio waves to provide high-speed network connections that allows devices to communicate without cords or cables, Wi-Fi is increasingly becoming the preferred mode of internet connectivity all over the world. | 802.11n |
| Fingerprint | No |
| Optical drive | 8x DVD-R/CD-RW dual-layer “SuperDrive” drive |
| Infrared Infrared connectivity is an old wireless technology used to connect two electronic devices. It uses a beam of infrared light to transmit information and so requires direct line of sight and operates only at close range. | 1 – For Apple Remote Only |
| FireWire | 1 – 800 Mbps |
Input and Output
| Keyboard and Trackpad |
Full-size backlit keyboard with 78 (U.S.) or 79 (ISO) keys, including 12 function keys and 4 arrow keys (inverted “T” arrangement) Multi-Touch trackpad for precise cursor control; supports inertial scrolling, pinch, rotate, swipe, three-finger swipe, four-finger swipe, tap, double-tap, and drag capabilities |
| USB-A | Yes |
| USB Type-C | No |
| Thunderbolt | Yes |
| 3.5mm Audio jack | Yes |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ-45) |
| SD card reader | Yes |
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