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Apple MacBook Pro 15-Inch 'Core i7' 2.2 Touch/2018 Specs

Identifiers: Mid-2018 15' (Touch Bar) - MR932LL/A* - MacBookPro15,1 - A1990 - 3215

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The MacBook Pro 'Core i7' 2.2 15-Inch (Mid-2018 True Tone Display, Touch Bar, Four Thunderbolt 3 Ports) is powered by a 14 nm, 8th Generation 'Coffee Lake' 2.2 GHz Intel 'Core i7' processor (8750H), with six independent processor 'cores' on a single silicon chip, a 9 MB shared level 3 cache, 16 GB of onboard 2400 MHz LPDDR4 SDRAM -- which could be upgraded to 32 GB at the time of purchase, but cannot be upgraded later -- and 256 GB of onboard flash storage standard, and dual graphics processors -- an AMD Radeon Pro 555X with 4 GB of dedicated GDDR5 memory and an integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630 graphics processor that shares memory with the system.
Externally, this notebook has an integrated 720p FaceTime HD webcam, a thin, backlit 'third 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.
Additionally, it has a high-resolution LED-backlit 15.4' widescreen 2880x1800 (220 ppi, 500 nits) 'Retina' display with True Tone technology, 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 5.0, four 'Thunderbolt 3' ports (USB-C connector), and a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
Compared to its predecessor, this model has an improved display and keyboard as well as a more advanced processor and architecture and the option of twice as much RAM and storage by custom configuration
Also see:

  • What are all the differences between the 13-Inch and 15-Inch 'Mid-2018' MacBook Pro models? (In-Depth)
  • What are all the differences between the 'Mid-2018' MacBook Pro models and the 'Mid-2017' models replaced? (In-Depth)
  • What are the 'pros and cons' of the 'Touch Bar' MacBook Pro models? Is one right for me? (Quick Read)

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Introduction Date:July 12, 2018 Discontinued Date:May 21, 2019
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.
Also see: All Macs introduced in 2018.
Details:Also see: All models with a 64-Bit processor courtesy of EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Sort.
Details:Geekbench 2 benchmarks are in 32-bit and 64-bit modes, respectively. 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 MacBookPro15,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 2 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison.
Details:These Geekbench 3 benchmarks are in 32-bit mode and are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. 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 MacBookPro15,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare 32-bit Geekbench 3 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison.
Details:These Geekbench 3 benchmarks are in 64-bit mode and are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. 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 MacBookPro15,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare 64-bit Geekbench 3 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison.
Details:These Geekbench 4 benchmarks are are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. All Geekbench 4 benchmarks 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 4 user submissions for Macs with the MacBookPro15,1 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 4 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison.
Processor Speed:2.2 GHz Processor Type:Core i7 (I7-8750H)
Details:This model is powered by a 14 nm, 64-bit 'Eighth Generation' Intel Mobile Core i7 'Coffee Lake' (I7-8750H) processor which includes six independent processor 'cores' on a single silicon chip. Each core has a dedicated 256k level 2 cache, shares 9 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 4.1 GHz for this model) -- and 'Hyper Threading' -- which allows the system to recognize twelve total 'cores' or 'threads' (six real and six 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 'Mid-2018' MacBook Pro models compared to one another? How fast are they compared to the models replaced?
Details:*This model also could be custom configured with a 2.9 GHz Core i9 (I9-8950HK) processor for an extra US$400. The custom configured Core i9 processor has a maximum Turbo Boost of 4.8 GHz. It also support 'Hyper Threading' -- which allows the system to recognize twelve total 'cores' or 'threads' (six real and six virtual).'
EveryMac.com additionally has documented this custom configuration as its own model.
Details:Also see: Can you upgrade the processor in the Retina Display MacBook Pro models?
System Bus Speed:8 GT/s (DMI3)*Cache Bus Speed:2.2 GHz (Built-in)
Details:*This system has a 'Direct Media Interface' -- specifically DMI3 -- that 'connects between the processor and chipset' in lieu of a traditional system bus. Intel reports that it runs at 8 GT/s.
Details:N/A
Details:*Each core has its own dedicated 256k level 2 cache and the system has 9 MB of shared level 3 cache.
Details:Ships standard with 16 GB of 2400 MHz DDR4 SDRAM onboard.
Details:*By default, 16 GB of RAM is onboard. It could be upgraded to 32 GB of RAM at the time of system purchase, but it cannot be upgraded later.
Also see: Actual Max RAM of All G3 & Later Macs.
Details:There are no RAM slots. 16 GB of RAM is onboard. It could be upgraded to 32 GB of RAM at the time of system purchase, but it cannot be upgraded later.
Details:*This model has dual graphics processors -- a AMD Radeon Pro 555X with 4 GB of dedicated GDDR5 SDRAM 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).
Details:*The AMD Radeon Pro 555X graphics processor has 4 GB of dedicated GDDR5 memory. The 'integrated' Intel UHD Graphics 630 graphics processor shares memory with the system for graphics function.
For an extra US$100, at the time of purchase, it also is possible to upgrade this graphics processor to an AMD Radeon Pro 560X with 4 GB of dedicated GDDR5 SDRAM. It is not possible to upgrade the graphics processors after purchase. This model cannot be upgraded to Radeon Pro Vega graphics at the time of purchase, either.
Built-in Display:15.4' WidescreenNative 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), and True Tone technology, as well. It also supports scaled resolutions of 1920 by 1200, 1680 by 1050, 1280 by 800, and 1024 by 640.
2nd Display Support:Dual/Mirroring*2nd Max. Resolution:5120x2880 x2*
Details:*In addition to simultaneous support of the internal display, this model supports a maximum resolution up to 5120x2880 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).
Standard Storage:256 GB SSD*Std. Storage Speed:N/A
Details:*This model shipped with a 256 GB SSD by default, but it originally could be upgraded at the time of purchase to 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, or 4 TB for an extra US$200, US$600, US$1400, or US$3400, respectively. On March 19, 2019, Apple cut the price of the 2 TB and 4 TB SSD upgrades to US$1200 and US$3000, respectively.
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:SolderedStorage Interface:Onboard*
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Details:*This model has onboard PCIe 3.0-based storage that cannot be upgraded.
Details:*This MacBook Pro does not have an internal optical drive. Furthermore, using it with the increasingly vintage external Apple SuperDrive requires an adapter.
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?
Details:802.11ac Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n compatible) and Bluetooth 5.0 standard.
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).
Details:This model does not have any expansion slots or bays.
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Incl. Keyboard:Full-sizeIncl. Input:Trackpad (Force Touch)
Details:Apple reports that the 'improved third-generation' integrated keyboard has '64 (US) or 65 (ISO) keys, including 4 arrow keys' as well as a customizable 'Touch Bar' with integrated Touch ID login support. 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:NotebookForm Factor:15' MacBook Pro (Touch Bar)
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 Touch ID login support.
Apple Order No:MR932LL/A*Apple Subfamily:Mid-2018 15' (Touch Bar)
Details:*The MR932LL/A order number refers to this model in Space Gray. In Silver, the order number is MR962LL/A.
In some locations, Apple just refers to this model as the 'MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2018).'
Apple Model No:A1990 (EMC 3215)Model ID:MacBookPro15,1
Details:Please note that these identifiers refer to more than one model.
Also see: All Macs with the A1990 Model Number, the 3215 EMC Number, and the MacBookPro15,1 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:83.6 W h Li-PolyBattery Life:10 Hours
Details:Apple reports that this model has a '83.6-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery' that provides 'up to' 10 hours of wireless web or iTunes movie playback. It is glued in place and cannot be replaced by an end user. It has an 87W USB-C power adapter, too.
Also see: How do you replace the battery in the 'Touch Bar' MacBook Pro models? Is it possible?
Pre-Installed MacOS:X 10.13.6 (17G2112)Maximum MacOS:Current
Details:This system fully supports the final version of macOS High Sierra (10.13). Running macOS High Sierra (10.13), this model does support HEVC hardware acceleration.
This model also is compatible with the final version of macOS Mojave (10.14) and current macOS Catalina (10.15), including support for Dolby Atmos, as well. When paired with a compatible iPad, it supports the Sidecar feature, too.
Also see: Which Macs are compatible with macOS Catalina (10.15)? What are the system requirements? What are the major new features? Has anything been removed from previous versions of the macOS?
Minimum Windows:10 (64-Bit)*Maximum Windows:10 (64-Bit)*
Details:*The pre-installed version of Apple's Boot Camp supports the 64-bit version of Windows 10. Earlier versions of Windows are not supported.
MacOS 9 Support:NoneWindows Support: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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For more on running Windows on Intel Macs, please refer to the exhaustive Windows on Mac Q&A.
Dimensions:0.61 x 13.75 x 9.48Avg. Weight:4.02 lbs (1.83 kg)
Details:In inches while closed - height by width by depth, (1.55 cm, 34.93 cm, 24.07 cm).
Original Price (US):US$2399Est. Current Retail:US$2200US$2300
Details:The price was the same regardless of color.
Please note that on average the estimated current retail pricing of used systems is updated twice a year (please refer to the date on the bottom of the page for the date last updated).
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Video (Monitor): 4 (Thunderbolt 3/USB-C) Floppy (Ext.): 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). An adapter is offered to connect the Thunderbolt 2 standard to Thunderbolt 3.
Details:N/A
Details:N/A
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).
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.
Details:N/A
Details:Three internal microphones. Has a single 3.5 mm headphone jack.
Details:Has a single 3.5 mm headphone jack. It does not support optical audio.
Details:N/A
Details:100V-240V AC, 87W USB-C power adapter. This model does not support a 'MagSafe' connector.

Global original prices for the MacBook Pro 15-Inch 'Core i7' 2.2 Touch/2018 in 34 different countries and territories follow; organized alphabetically by region.

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Original Prices - North & South America

Mexico:MXN $55,999 United States:US$2399

Original Prices - Europe

Denmark:DKK 21,499Finland:€2899
Ireland:€2899Italy:€2899
Norway:NOK 26.990 Portugal:€2899
Switzerland:CHF 2'699 United Kingdom:£2349

Original Prices - Asia

India:Rs 149,900 Indonesia:Rp 36,800,000
Malaysia:RM 9,999The Philippines:PHP 149,990
Thailand:THB 85,900Vietnam:VND 60,490,000

Original Prices - Australia & New Zealand


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