Apple MacBook Pro "M1" 8 CPU/8 GPU 13" Specs
Identifiers: 13-Inch, M1, 2020 - MYDA2LL/A* - MacBookPro17,1 - A2338 - 3578
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The Apple MacBook Pro "M1" 8-Core 13-Inch (2020) model features a 5-nm 3.2 GHz Apple M1 processor with 8 cores (4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores), an 8-core GPU, a 16-core Neural Engine, 8 GB of onboard RAM, and by default, either a 256 GB or 512 GB onboard SSD. Both the RAM and the SSD could be upgraded at the time of initial system purchase, but not subsequently.
Offered in silver and a darker "Space Gray" color, this notebook has an integrated 720p FaceTime HD webcam, stereo speakers with a "high dynamic range," a scissor-switch "Magic Keyboard" with 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 13.3" widescreen 2560x1600 (227 ppi, 500 nits) "Retina" display with True Tone technology and a integrated battery that provides an Apple estimated 17-20 hours of runtime.
Connectivity includes 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5, two Thunderbolt 3/USB 4 ports (USB-C connector), and a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
Compared to its predecessor, the "2020, M1" MacBook Pro models look nearly identical, but have a completely different internal architecture.
Also see:
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| Introduction Date: |
November 10, 2020* |
Discontinued Date: |
June 6, 2022 |
| 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.
*This model was introduced and made available for pre-order on November 10, 2020. It was available in stores and started to arrive to customers on November 17, 2020.
Also see: All Macs introduced in 2020. |
| Processors: |
1 (8 Cores) |
Architecture: |
64-Bit |
| Geekbench 2 (32): |
N/A |
Geekbench 2 (64): |
N/A |
| Details: |
The Geekbench 2 benchmark does not support this Mac. 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 MacBookPro17,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
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| Geekbench 3 (32): |
N/A |
Geekbench 3 (32): |
N/A |
| Details: |
Geekbench 3 does not support this Mac. 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 MacBookPro17,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
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| Geekbench 3 (64): |
N/A |
Geekbench 3 (64): |
N/A |
| Details: |
Geekbench 3 does not support this Mac. 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 MacBookPro17,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
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| Geekbench 4 (SC): |
5691* |
Geekbench 4 (MC): |
23117* |
| Details: |
*The Geekbench 4 benchmark is running under the Rosetta 2 environment on this model. 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 4 user submissions for Macs with the MacBookPro17,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
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| Geekbench 5 (SC): |
1689 |
Geekbench 5 (MC): |
7288 |
| 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 MacBookPro17,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
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| Processor Speed: |
3.2 GHz |
Processor Type: |
Apple M1 |
| Details: |
This model is powered by a 5 nm, 64-bit Apple M1 processor (SoC) with eight cores (4 performance cores, 4 efficiency cores). Third-party software reports that it has a clockspeed of 3.2 GHz. It also has an 8-core GPU and a 16-core Neural Engine.
Also see: How fast is the "2020 M1" 13" Apple Silicon MacBook Pro compared to earlier MacBook Pro models? How fast is it compared to the MacBook Air? |
| Turbo Boost: |
N/A |
Custom Speeds: |
N/A |
| Processor Upgrade: |
Soldered |
FPU: |
Integrated |
| System Bus Speed: |
N/A* |
Cache Bus Speed: |
N/A |
| Details: |
*This system does not have a traditional system bus; it uses an integrated SoC (system-on-a-chip). |
| ROM/Firmware Type: |
Proprietary |
EFI Architecture: |
64-Bit |
| L1 Cache: |
192k+128k, 128k+64k x4* |
L2/L3 Cache: |
12 MB, 4 MB x4* |
| Details: |
*Third-party analysis from Anandtech has determined that the Apple M1 SoC in this model has a 192k+128k L1 cache per performance core and a 128k+64k L1 cache per efficiency core. Each performance core reportedly also has a 12 MB L2 cache and each efficiency core reportedly has a 4 MB L2 cache. |
| RAM Type: |
Unified* |
Min. RAM Speed: |
N/A |
| Details: |
*Shipped standard with 8 GB of "unified" onboard memory. |
| Standard RAM: |
8 GB* |
Maximum RAM: |
16 GB* |
| Details: |
*8 GB of "unified" RAM is onboard by default. At the time of system purchase, it could be upgraded to 16 GB of RAM for an additional US$200. The RAM cannot be upgraded later.
Also see: Actual Max RAM of All G3 & Later Macs. |
| Motherboard RAM: |
8 GB* |
RAM Slots: |
None |
| Details: |
*There are no RAM slots. 8 GB of "unified" RAM is onboard by default. At the time of system purchase, it could be configured with 16 GB of RAM for an additional US$200, but it cannot be upgraded subsequently. |
| Video Card: |
8-Core |
VRAM Type: |
Integrated |
| Details: |
This model has an integrated Apple GPU with 8-cores. |
| Standard VRAM: |
Integrated |
Maximum VRAM: |
Integrated |
| Details: |
The 8-Core GPU is integrated with the SoC. |
| Built-in Display: |
13.3" 16:10 |
Native Resolution: |
2560x1600 |
| Details: |
13.3" color widescreen LED-backlit "Retina" display with IPS, Wide color (P3), and True Tone technology. It has a 2560 by 1600 native resolution at 227 ppi, support for millions of colors, and 500 nits brightness. It also supports scaled resolutions of 1680 by 1050, 1440 by 900, and 1024 by 640. It has a 16:10 aspect ratio.
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| 2nd Display Support: |
Dual/Mirroring* |
2nd Max. Resolution: |
6016x3384 (6K)* |
| Details: |
*This model supports full native resolution on the interior display in addition to a single display up to 6016x3384 (6K) at 60 Hz. |
| Standard Storage: |
256, 512 GB SSD |
Std. Storage Speed: |
Onboard |
| Details: |
This MacBook Pro is offered by default with either 256 GB or 512 GB of onboard SSD storage, but it also could be configured with a 1 TB or 2 TB SSD at additional cost.
The storage is built-in to the computer and cannot be upgraded after system purchase.
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 external storage options are available for the Apple Silicon MacBook Pro? Which is the best?
Also see: SSD Compatibility Guide for All G3 & Later Macs. |
| Storage Dimensions: |
Soldered |
Storage Interface: |
Onboard* |
| Details: |
*The SSD in this model is onboard. It cannot be upgraded after purchase. |
| Standard Optical: |
None* |
Standard Disk: |
None |
| Details: |
*This MacBook Pro does not have an internal optical drive. Furthermore, using it with the vintage external Apple SuperDrive requires an adapter. |
| Standard Modem: |
None |
Standard Ethernet: |
None* |
| Details: |
*This model does not have an internal Ethernet port.
Also see: How do you connect the Apple Silicon MacBook Pro to a wired Ethernet network? Is it possible? |
| Standard AirPort: |
802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)* |
Standard Bluetooth: |
5 |
| Details: |
802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0 are standard.
Also see: What is 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)? How is it different from 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, and 802.11ac? |
| USB Ports: |
2* (3.1) |
Firewire Ports: |
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). |
| Expansion Slots: |
None |
Expansion Bays: |
None |
| Details: |
No expansion slots or bays provided.
In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells a wide variety of external accessories, including docks, adapters, input devices, cases, and more for this MacBook Pro. |
| Incl. Keyboard: |
Full-size (Magic Keyboard) |
Incl. Input: |
Trackpad (Force Touch) |
| Details: |
Apple reports that the keyboard in this model is a "Magic Keyboard" based on a tried and true "Scissor Switch" mechanism. It has 65 (US) or 66 (ISO) keys, "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. It has an ambient light sensor, too.
The "Force Touch" trackpad offers "precise cursor control and pressure-sensing capabilities; enables Force clicks, accelerators, pressure-sensitive drawing, and Multi-Touch gestures." |
| Case Type: |
Notebook |
Form Factor: |
MacBook Pro 2020 M1 |
| 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 have integrated "Touch Bar" capability with a separate Touch ID that provides login support. |
| Apple Order No: |
MYDA2LL/A* |
Apple Subfamily: |
13-Inch, M1, 2020 |
| Details: |
*The MYDA2LL/A order number refers to this model in silver with 256 GB of storage. Also in silver, with 512 GB of storage, the order number is MYDC2LL/A. In a darker "Space Gray" color, with 256 GB and 512 GB of storage, the order numbers are MYD82LL/A and MYD92LL/A, respectively. |
| Apple Model No: |
A2338 (EMC 3578) |
Model ID: |
MacBookPro17,1 |
| Details: |
This Model Number and EMC Number are externally listed and unique to this particular MacBook Pro.
Also see: All Macs with the A2338 Model Number, the 3578 EMC Number, and the MacBookPro17,1 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: |
58.2 W h Li-Poly |
Battery Life: |
17-20 Hours |
| Details: |
Apple reports that this model can provide up to 17 hours of "wireless web" and up to 20 hours of "Apple TV app movie playback." The system is bundled with a 61W USB-C Power Adapter. |
| Pre-Installed MacOS: |
macOS 11.0.1 (20B29) |
Maximum MacOS: |
Current |
| Details: |
This model is fully compatible with the final version of macOS Big Sur (macOS 11), macOS Monterey (macOS 12), and macOS Ventura (macOS 13). It also is fully compatible with macOS Sonoma (macOS 14) except that made for iPhone hearing devices do not directly pair with the Mac. Finally, it is fully compatible with the current version of the macOS -- macOS Sequoia (macOS 15).
Also see: Which Macs are compatible with macOS Sequoia (macOS 15)? What are the system requirements? What are the major new features? Do all features work with all supported Macs? |
| Minimum Windows: |
None* |
Maximum Windows: |
None* |
| Details: |
*Apple Boot Camp is not compatible with this notebook, so it cannot boot Windows. It is capable of running Windows via a third-party virtualization app, though. |
| MacOS 9 Support: |
None |
Windows Support: |
Virtualization |
| Details: |
For more on running Windows on Macs, please refer to the exhaustive Windows on Mac Q&A. |
| Dimensions: |
0.61 x 11.97 x 8.36 |
Avg. Weight: |
3.0 lbs (1.4 kg) |
| Details: |
In inches while closed - height by width by depth, (1.56 cm, 30.41 cm, 21.24 cm). |
| Original Price (US): |
US$1299, US$1499* |
Est. Current Retail: |
US$750-US$900 |
| Details: |
*By default, this MacBook Pro originally was sold with 256 GB of storage for US$1299 and with 512 GB of storage for US$1499. Both color options were the same price.
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Global original prices for the MacBook Pro "M1" 8 CPU/8 GPU 13" 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
| Canada: |
C$1699, C$1949 |
Brazil: |
R$17.299, R$19.799 |
| Mexico: |
MXN $34,499, $39,999 |
United States: |
US$1299, US$1499* |
Original Prices - Europe
| Austria: |
€1449, €1679 |
Belgium: |
€1449, €1679 |
| Denmark: |
DKK 11,199, 12,999 |
Finland: |
€1479, €1709 |
| France: |
€1449, €1679 |
Germany: |
€1412,45, €1636,65 |
| Ireland: |
€1425.40, €1651.65 |
Italy: |
€1479, €1709 |
| Luxembourg: |
€1401,10, €1623,49 |
Netherlands: |
€1449, €1679 |
| Norway: |
NOK 16.490, 18.990 |
Portugal: |
€1479, €1709 |
| Spain: |
€1449, €1679 |
Sweden: |
SEK 15.995, 18.495 |
| Switzerland: |
CHF 1'399, 1'619 |
United Kingdom: |
£1299, £1499 |
Original Prices - Asia
| China: |
RMB 9,999, 11,499 |
Hong Kong: |
HK$9,999, HK$11,499 |
| India: |
Rs 1,22,900, 1,42,900 |
Indonesia: |
Rp 24,299,000, 26,999,000 |
| Japan: |
¥134,800, ¥154,800 |
Korea: |
KRW 1,690,000, 1,960,000 |
| Malaysia: |
RM 5,599, 6,399 |
The Philippines: |
PHP 71,990, 83,990 |
| Singapore: |
S$1,849, S$2,149 |
Taiwan: |
NT$39,900, NT$45,900 |
| Thailand: |
THB 42,900, 49,900 |
Vietnam: |
VND 34,990,000, 39,990,000 |
Original Prices - Australia & New Zealand
| Australia: |
A$1999, A$2299 |
New Zealand: |
NZ$2299, NZ$2649 |
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