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Apple MacBook 12 (Early 2016) 1.1 GHz (MacBook 12 (Early 2016) Series) 1TB / 24GB - 41.4 Wh Lithium-Polymer, Battery runtime (according to manufacturer): 10 h
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Apple MacBook 12 (Early 2016) 1.1 GHz (MacBook 12 (Early 2016) Series) 1TB / 24GBVerified

2016

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6.3/10SpecIndexed Score

UAE Price

AED 1,599

India Price

₹38,900

Where to Buy

Prices checked Apr 2026
Amazon UAELowest Price
~AED 133/mo × 12
AED 1,599
NoonLowest Price
~AED 133/mo × 12
AED 1,599
Amazon IndiaLowest Price
₹38,900

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Key Specifications

Battery
41.4 Wh Lithium-Polymer, Battery runtime (according to manufacturer): 10 h
Weight
927 g ( = 32.7 oz / 2.04 pounds), Power Supply: 171 g ( = 6.03 oz / 0.38 pounds)
Display
12.00 inch 16:10, 2304 x 1440 pixel 226 PPI, APPA027, IPS, glossy: yes
Graphics adapter
Intel HD Graphics 515
Memory
8 GB , DDR3L-1866 soldered
Storage
1024

About the MacBook 12 (2016)

Laptop · Apple · 2016

The Apple MacBook 12 (Early 2016) 1.1 GHz (MacBook 12 (Early 2016) Series) 1TB / 24GB is Apple's 2016 laptop featuring a height x width x depth (in mm): 13.1 x 280.5 x 196.5 ( = 0.52 x 11.04 x 7.74 in) display, the Intel Core m3-6Y30 2c/4t 2 x 1.1 GHz, Skylake chipset. At AED 1,599 in the UAE and ₹38,900 in India, it sits firmly in the mid-range tier.

The MacBook 12 (2016) is a mid-range laptop, best suited for most buyers — strong all-round performance with no meaningful daily compromises. Skip it if you need flagship camera quality or brand prestige matters to you.

Apple MacBook Pro 13 2016 (2.9 GHz) 1TB / 32GB

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Notebook 9 Pro 13"

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Full Specifications

Specs verified April 2026
Battery41.4 Wh Lithium-Polymer, Battery runtime (according to manufacturer): 10 h
CameraPrimary Camera: 0.345 MPix 480p FaceTime
Connections1 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: headset, Brightness Sensor
NetworkingBroadcom 802.11ac (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.0
Sizeheight x width x depth (in mm): 13.1 x 280.5 x 196.5 ( = 0.52 x 11.04 x 7.74 in)
Weight927 g ( = 32.7 oz / 2.04 pounds), Power Supply: 171 g ( = 6.03 oz / 0.38 pounds)
Display12.00 inch 16:10, 2304 x 1440 pixel 226 PPI, APPA027, IPS, glossy: yes
Graphics adapterIntel HD Graphics 515
Memory8 GB , DDR3L-1866 soldered
Storage1024
MainboardIntel Skylake-Y Premium PCH
SoundcardIntel Skylake-U/Y PCH - High Definition Audio
Additional featuresSpeakers: stereo, two microphones, Keyboard: Chiclet, Keyboard Light: yes, 12 Months Warranty, fanless
LinksApple homepage
Price1449 Euro
ProcessorIntel Core m3-6Y30 2c/4t 2 x 1.1 GHz, Skylake
Operating SystemApple OS X 10.9 Mavericks

Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.

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People Also Ask

Common questions about the MacBook 12 (2016).

The MacBook 12 (2016) is built around the Intel Core m3-6Y30 2c/4t 2 x 1.1 GHz, Skylake chipset, a height x width x depth (in mm): 13.1 x 280.5 x 196.5 ( = 0.52 x 11.04 x 7.74 in) screen. At AED 1,599, it competes well in the mid-range segment in the UAE market.

The MacBook 12 (2016) is priced at AED 1,599 in the UAE. It is available on Amazon UAE and Noon.

The MacBook 12 (2016) is priced at ₹38,900 in India. It is available on Amazon India — check Flipkart for alternative pricing.

The MacBook 12 (2016) runs on the Intel Core m3-6Y30 2c/4t 2 x 1.1 GHz, Skylake. It ships with Apple OS X 10.9 Mavericks. This combination handles day-to-day tasks, gaming, and multitasking without issue.

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