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Apple MacBook Pro "Core i9" 2.4 16" 2019 Specs

Identifiers: 2019 16" - BTO/CTO - MacBookPro16,1 - A2141 - 3347

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Apple MacBook Pro 16-Inch 2019The MacBook Pro "Core i9" 2.4 16-Inch (2019, Scissor Keyboard) technically is a "configure-to-order" configuration of either the MacBook Pro "Core i7" 2.6 16" 2019 (Scissor) or MacBook Pro "Core i9" 2.3 16" 2019 (Scissor), but also is documented as a separate model for reader convenience. Other than processor, these models can be configured identically.

The MacBook Pro "Core i9" 2.4 16-Inch (2019, Scissor Keyboard) is powered by a 14 nm, 9th Generation "Coffee Lake" 2.4 GHz Intel "Core i9" processor (I9-9980HK), with eight independent processor "cores" on a single silicon chip, a 16 MB shared level 3 cache, 16 GB of onboard 2666 MHz DDR4 SDRAM -- which could be upgraded to 64 GB at the time of purchase, but cannot be upgraded later -- and 512 GB or 1 TB of onboard flash storage as well as dual graphics processors -- an AMD Radeon Pro 5300M or 5500M with 4 GB of dedicated GDDR6 memory and an Intel UHD Graphics 630 graphics processor that shares memory with the system.

Externally, this notebook has an integrated 720p FaceTime HD webcam, a "new Magic Keyboard" with a "redesigned scissor mechanism... including 4 arrow keys in an inverted-T arrangement" as well as a customized "Touch Bar" with a separate esc key and a separate "Touch ID" sensor, and a gigantic "Force Touch" trackpad.

Additionally, it has a high-resolution LED-backlit 16.0" widescreen 3072x1920 (226 ppi, 500 nits) "Retina" display with True Tone technology and the option of setting the refresh rate, and a integrated battery that provides an Apple estimated 11 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 4.3 pounds (2.0 kg).

Connectivity includes 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, four "Thunderbolt 3" ports (USB-C connector), and a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

Compared to its predecessor, this model has the same processor, but a larger display; faster graphics and RAM; a better keyboard design with scissor switches, inverted-T arrow keys, and separate esc and Touch ID keys; better quality speaker and microphone systems; and longer battery life.

Also see:

  • What are all the differences between the 16-Inch "2019" MacBook Pro models? (In-Depth)
  • What are all the differences between the 16-Inch "2019" MacBook Pro models and the 15-Inch "2019" models replaced? (In-Depth)
  • What are the "pros and cons" of the 16-Inch "Touch Bar" MacBook Pro models? Is one right for me? (Quick Read)

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November 13, 2019 October 18, 2021
1 (8 Cores) 64-Bit
N/A N/A
N/A N/A
4762 31477
5508 29753
1112 6956
2.4 GHz Core i9 (I9-9980HK)
Details: This model is powered by a 14 nm, 64-bit "Ninth Generation" Intel Mobile Core i9 "Coffee Lake" (I9-9980HK) processor which includes eight independent processor "cores" on a single silicon chip. Each core has a dedicated 256k level 2 cache, shares 16 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 5.0 GHz for this model) -- and "Hyper Threading" -- which allows the system to recognize sixteen total "cores" or "threads" (eight real and eight virtual).

Additionally, this MacBook Pro has a secondary "T2" processor for "enhanced security," which includes secure boot and encrypted storage capabilities as well as enhanced image processing.

Also see: How fast are the MacBook Pro 16-Inch (2019) models compared to one another? How fast are they compared to the models replaced?
5.0 GHz N/A
Soldered Integrated
8 GT/s (DMI3)* 2.4 GHz (Built-in)
EFI 64-Bit
32k/32k x8 256k x8, 16 MB*
DDR4 SDRAM* 2666 MHz
Details: Shipped standard with 16 GB of 2666 MHz DDR4 SDRAM onboard.
16 GB* 64 GB*
Details: *16 GB of RAM is onboard by default, but it could be upgraded to 32 GB or 64 GB at the time of purchase for US$400 or US$800, respectively. RAM cannot be upgraded later.

Also see: Actual Max RAM of All G3 & Later Macs.
16 GB* None
Radeon Pro 5300M/5500M* GDDR6
Details: *By default, this model has dual graphics processors -- an AMD Radeon Pro 5300M or 5500M with 4 GB of dedicated GDDR6 SDRAM, depending on base configuration, and an Intel UHD 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).
4 GB* 8 GB*
16.0" Widescreen 3072x1920
Details: This model has a 16.0" color widescreen LED-backlit display with IPS technology with a 3072 by 1920 native resolution at 226 ppi. It has a brightness rating of 500 nits, a wide color gamut (P3), True Tone technology, and refresh rates of 47.95Hz, 48.00Hz, 50.00Hz, 59.94Hz, and 60.00Hz. It also supports scaled resolutions of 2048x1280, 1792x1120, 1344x840, and 1152x720.

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Dual/Mirroring* 6016x3384 x2*
Details: *In addition to simultaneous support of the internal display, this model supports a maximum resolution up to 6016x3384 at 60 Hz at over a billion colors on up to two external displays or up to 4096x2304 resolution at 60 Hz at over a billion colors on up to four external displays via Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C).
512 GB, 1 TB SSD* N/A
Details: *By default, the base configuration of this config-to-order model shipped with a 512 GB or 1 TB SSD, but it also could be upgraded at the time of purchase to 2 TB, 4 TB, or 8 TB at additional cost.

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.
Soldered Onboard*
None* None
None None*
Details: *This model does not have an internal Ethernet port.

Also see: How do you connect the "Touch Bar" MacBook Pro to a wired Ethernet network? Is it even possible?
802.11ac 5.0
4* (3.1) None
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 (Magic Keyboard) Trackpad (Force Touch)
Notebook 16" MacBook Pro
BTO/CTO 2019 16"
A2141 (EMC 3347) MacBookPro16,1
Details: Please note that these identifiers refer to more than one model.

Also see: All Macs with the A2141 Model Number, the 3347 EMC Number, and the MacBookPro16,1 Model Identifier.

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100 W h Li-Poly 11 Hours
Details: Apple reports that this model has a "100-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery" that provides "up to" 11 hours of wireless web or "Apple TV app movie playback." It is glued in place and cannot be replaced by an end user. It has an 96W USB-C power adapter, too.

Also see: How do you replace the battery in the MacBook Pro 16-Inch (Scissor) models? Is it possible?

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X 10.15.1 (19B2093) Current*
10 (64-Bit)* 10 (64-Bit)*
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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0.64 x 14.09 x 9.68 4.3 lbs (2.0 kg)
US$2699, US$2999* US$1000-US$1250
Details: *This MacBook Pro was offered as a processor upgrade option for either the MacBook Pro "Core i7" 2.6 16" 2019 (Scissor) or MacBook Pro "Core i9" 2.3 16" 2019 (Scissor). If otherwise stock configured, the price of the processor upgrade brought the total price to US$2699 or US$2999, respectively. Other configurations also were available.

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4 (Thunderbolt 3/USB-C) None
Details: This model has four Thunderbolt 3 ports. These four ports support charging the notebook, DisplayPort, Thunderbolt (up to 40 Gbps), and USB 3.1 Generation 2 (up to 10 Gbps).

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None None
None None
4* (3.1) None
Details: *This model has four 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 5.0 are standard.
None None
3 (Internal) 1
1 1
None None
N/A 1

Global original prices for the MacBook Pro "Core i9" 2.4 16" 2019 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$3379, C$3739 N/A
MXN $63,249, $71,499 US$2699, US$2999*

Original Prices - Europe

€3059, €3419 €3059, €3419
DKK 24,139, 26,719 €3159, €3519
€3059, €3419 €3059, €3419
€2899, €3159 €3159, €3519
€2957,88, €3305,98 €3059, €3419
NOK 32.390, 35,690 €3159, €3519
€3059, €3419 SEK 33,899, 37,199
CHF 3'089, 3'418 £2709, £2979

Original Prices - Asia

RMB 21,465, 23,667 HK$21,219, HK$23,559
Rs 2,29,900, 2,59,900 N/A
¥277,800, ¥310,800 KRW 3,555,000, 3,960,000
RM 11,799, 12,999 PHP 159,990, 177,990
S$3,859, S$4,279 NT$86,900, NT$95,900
THB 86,400, 96,900 N/A

Original Prices - Australia & New Zealand

A$4239, A$4719 NZ$4829, NZ$5339

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