Introduction Date:

March 9, 2015

Discontinued Date:

June 5, 2017*

Processors:

1 (2 Cores)

Architecture:

64-Bit

Geekbench 2 (32):

8480

Geekbench 2 (64):

9632

Geekbench 3 (32):

3093

Geekbench 3 (32):

6446

Geekbench 3 (64):

3415

Geekbench 3 (64):

7259

Geekbench 4 (SC):

3716

Geekbench 4 (MC):

7050

Geekbench 5 (SC):

762

Geekbench 5 (MC):

1617

Processor Speed:

2.9 GHz

Processor Type:

Core i5 (I5-5287U)

Details:

This model is powered by a 14 nm, 64-bit "Fifth Generation" Intel Mobile Core i5 "Broadwell" (I5-5287U) processor which includes two independent processor "cores" on a single silicon chip. Each core has a dedicated 256k level 2 cache, shares 3 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 3.3 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 13-Inch "Early 2015" MacBook Pro models compared to one another? How fast are they compared to the models replaced?

Turbo Boost:

3.3 GHz

Custom Speeds:

3.1 GHz (i7)

Processor Upgrade:

Soldered

FPU:

Integrated

System Bus Speed:

5 GT/s (DMI2)*

Cache Bus Speed:

2.9 GHz (Built-in)

ROM/Firmware Type:

EFI

EFI Architecture:

64-Bit

L1 Cache:

32k/32k x2

L2/L3 Cache:

256k x2, 3 MB*

RAM Type:

LPDDR3 SDRAM*

Min. RAM Speed:

1866 MHz

Details:

Ships standard with 8 GB of 1866 MHz LPDDR3 SDRAM onboard.

Standard RAM:

8 GB*

Maximum RAM:

16 GB*

Details:

*8 GB of RAM is onboard by default, but it could be upgraded to 16 GB at the time of purchase at additional cost. RAM cannot be upgraded later.

Also see: Actual Max RAM of All G3 & Later Macs.

Motherboard RAM:

8 GB*

RAM Slots:

None

Video Card:

Iris Graphics 6100

VRAM Type:

Integrated

Details:

This model has an Intel Iris 6100 graphics processor that shares memory with the system.

Standard VRAM:

1.5 GB*

Maximum VRAM:

1.5 GB*

Built-in Display:

13.3" Widescreen

Native Resolution:

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 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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2nd Display Support:

Dual/Mirroring*

2nd Max. Resolution:

3840x2160 (x2*)

Details:

*This model supports a simultaneous maximum resolution up to 3840x2160 on two external displays via Thunderbolt 2. Alternately, it can support a single display up to 3840x2160 via Thunderbolt 2 and a single 1080p display at up to 60 Hz, 3840x2160 at 30 Hz, or 4096x2160 at 24 Hz via HDMI.

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:

643.6 MB/s/1.3 GB/s*

Details:

This model has 512 GB of flash storage by default prior to October 27, 2016, but also could be custom configured at the time of purchase with 1 TB of flash storage for an additional US$500. On October 27, 2016, Apple discontinued the stock 512 GB configuration (MF841LL/A) and added the option to custom configure the entry-level model with 256 GB, 512 GB, or 1 TB of SSD storage for US$200, US$400, or US$800, respectively.

*Third-party tests using the Blackmagic benchmark report write speeds of 643.6 MB/s and read speeds of 1.3 GB/s.

Apple does not intend for one to upgrade the storage after purchase, but it is quite possible.

Also see: How do you upgrade or replace the storage in the 13-Inch Retina Display "Early 2015" MacBook Pro? Is it the same storage and process as other Retina Display MacBook Pro models? Is it 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* (PCIe 3.0 x4)

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:

4.0

USB Ports:

2 (3.0)

Firewire Ports:

None

Expansion Slots:

SDXC Card Slot

Expansion Bays:

None

Details:

This model has an SDXC card slot. No expansion bays are provided.

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.

In Australia, site sponsor Macfixit offers an extensive selection of external expansion options and accessories like docks, stands, chargers, cases, security products, and more for this MacBook Pro.

Also see: Which SD Card storage solution is best for the Retina Display MacBook Pro? Which models are compatible? Is this type of storage safe?

Incl. Keyboard:

Full-size

Incl. Input:

Trackpad (Force Touch)

Case Type:

Notebook

Form Factor:

13" MacBook Pro (Early 2015)

Apple Order No:

MF841LL/A

Apple Subfamily:

Retina Early 2015 13"

Apple Model No:

A1502 (EMC 2835)

Model ID:

MacBookPro12,1

Details:

Please note that these identifiers refer to more than one model.

Also see: All Macs with the A1502 Model Number, the 2835 EMC Number, and the MacBookPro12,1 Model Identifier.

For more about these identifiers and how to locate them on each Mac, please refer to EveryMac.com's Mac Identification section.

Battery Type:

74.9 W h Li-Poly

Battery Life:

10-12 Hours

Details:

Apple reports that this model has a "74.9-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery" that provides "up to 10 hours of wireless web" use and "up to 12 hours of iTunes movie playback". It cannot be upgraded by an end-user.

Also see: How do you replace the battery in the 13-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, site sponsor Flexx is a local distributor of OWC batteries for this MacBook Pro.

In Australia, site sponsor Macfixit is a local distributor of OWC batteries for this MacBook Pro.

Pre-Installed MacOS:

X 10.10.2 (14C2507)

Maximum MacOS:

12.x (Monterey)*

Minimum Windows:

8 (64-Bit)*

Maximum Windows:

10 (64-Bit)*

MacOS 9 Support:

None

Windows Support:

Boot/Virtualization

Details:

Also see: Are there any third-party programs to run Mac OS 9/Classic applications on Intel Macs?

For more on running Windows on Intel Macs, please refer to the exhaustive Windows on Mac Q&A.

Dimensions:

0.71 x 12.35 x 8.62

Avg. Weight:

3.48 lbs (1.58 kg)

Original Price (US):

US$1799*

Est. Current Retail:

US$550-US$750

Details:

*US$1799 is the price as shipped on March 9, 2015 with a 512 GB SSD. If custom configured starting on October 27, 2016 with a 512 GB it is the same price. However, it also could cost between US$1399-US$2199 depending on the SSD chosen.