Major technological changes from last generation of MacBooks:
All
1) Aluminum models migrate to MacBook Pros. Now only one plastic case model available
2.13 GHz MacBook
1) Very slightly faster processor
2) Hard Drive size increases from 120GB to 160GB
The Tables below show the major specifications and features for Apple MacBooks. Different configurations for the MacBooks are based on Apple's Online Store . Vendors' configurations may vary.
Configurations and prices reflect that of the machines when they were introduced
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June, 2009 and January, 2009 MacBooks |
Date Announced |
January, 2009
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June, 2009
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MacBook
Model/Mhz |

2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo - MB881LL/A
13.3" Screen |

2.13GHz Intel Core 2 Duo - MC240LL/A
13.3" Screen |
Cache |
L2 cache - 3MB @ 2.0GHz (Shared) |
L2 cache - 3MB @ 2.13GHz (Shared) |
Price Information |
MSRP: $999
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MSRP: $999
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Bus Speed
(Mhz) |
1066MHz |
1066MHz |
RAM
(MAX) |
2GB (two 1GB SO-DIMMs) of 667MHz DDR2 SDRAM
2 SO-DIMM slots support up to 4GB |
2GB (two 1GB
SO-DIMMs) of 800MHz DDR2 SDRAM
Two SO-DIMM slots support up to 4GB |
Graphics Support |
NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics processor with 256MB of DDR2 SDRAM shared with main memory |
NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics processor with 256MB of DDR2 SDRAM shared with main memory |
Expansion
Slots |
None |
None |
Hard Drive
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120GB Serial ATA; 5400—rpm
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Optical Drive |
8x double-layer SuperDrive
(DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW) |
8x slot-loading SuperDrive (DVD±RDL/DVD±RW/CD-RW) |
Communication |
10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet
Built-in AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi wireless networking3 (based on IEEE 802.11n draft specification); IEEE 802.11a/b/g compatible
Built-in Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) |
10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet
Built-in AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi wireless networking3 (based on IEEE 802.11n draft specification); IEEE 802.11a/b/g compatible
Built-in Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) |
Connectivity |
2 USB 2.0 Ports (480 Mbps)
1 FireWire 400 Port
Mini-DVI port - DVI output using mini-DVI to DVI adapter (sold separately)
VGA output using mini-DVI to VGA adapter (sold separately)
Combined optical digital input/audio line in (minijack)
Combined optical digital output/headphone out (minijack)
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2 USB 2.0 Ports (480 Mbps)
1 FireWire 400 Port
Mini-DVI port - DVI output using mini-DVI to DVI adapter (sold separately)
VGA output using mini-DVI to VGA adapter (sold separately)
Combined optical digital input/audio line in (minijack)
Combined optical digital output/headphone out (minijack)
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Screen/Video Support |
13.3-inch (diagonal) TFT display,
1280x800
1920 x 1200 support on external display
Extended desktop and video mirroring: Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to 1920 x 1200 pixels on an external display, both at millions of colors |
13.3-inch (diagonal) TFT display,
1280x800
1920 x 1200 support on external display
Extended desktop and video mirroring: Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to 1920 x 1200 pixels on an external display, both at millions of colors |
Battery |
55-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery with integrated charge indicator LEDs providing up to 4.5 hours of battery life |
55-watt-hour lithium-polymer batter providing up to 5 hours of battery life |
OS |
10.5 Leopard |
10.5 Leopard |
Weight |
Weight: 5 pounds (2.27 kg) |
Weight: 5 pounds (2.27 kg) |
Notes |
Built-in iSight camera
Solid-state scrolling trackpad for precise cursor control; supports two-finger scrolling, tap, double-tap, and drag capabilities
60W Power adapter with MagSafe Connector
Configurable Options
Apple's website for this product |
Built-in iSight camera
Solid-state scrolling trackpad for precise cursor control; supports two-finger scrolling, tap, double-tap, and drag capabilities
60W Power adapter with MagSafe Connector
Configurable Options
Apple's website for this product |
Price Information |
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October 2008 MacBooks |
MacBook
Model/Mhz |

2.1GHz Intel Core 2 Duo - MB402LL/B
13.3" Screen |

2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo - MB466LL/A
13.3" Screen |

2.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo - MB467LL/A
13.3" Screen |
Cache |
L2 cache - 3MB @ 2.1GHz (Shared) |
L2 cache - 3MB @ 2.0GHz (Shared) |
L2 cache - 3MB @ 2.4GHz (Shared) |
Price Information |
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Bus Speed
(Mhz) |
800 MHz |
1066 MHz |
1066 MHz |
RAM
(MAX) |
1GB (two 512MB SO-DIMMs) of 667MHz DDR2 SDRAM
2 SO-DIMM slots support up to 4GB |
2GB (two 1GB SO-DIMMs) of 1066MHz DDR3 SDRAM
2 SO-DIMM slots support up to 4GB |
2GB (two 1GB SO-DIMMs) of 1066MHz DDR3 SDRAM
2 SO-DIMM slots support up to 4GB |
Graphics Support |
Intel GMA X3100 graphics processor with 144MB of DDR2 SDRAM shared with main memory |
NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics processor with 256MB of DDR3 SDRAM shared with main memory |
NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics processor with 256MB of DDR3 SDRAM shared with main memory |
Expansion
Slots |
None |
None |
None |
Hard Drive
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Optical Drive |
8x double-layer SuperDrive (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW) |
8x double-layer SuperDrive (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW) |
8x double-layer SuperDrive (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW) |
Communication |
10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet
Built-in AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi (based on IEEE 802.11n draft specification)
Built-in Bluetooth 2.0 + Enhanced Data Rate (EDR) |
10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet
Built-in AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi (based on IEEE 802.11n draft specification)
Built-in Bluetooth 2.1 + Enhanced Data Rate (EDR) |
10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet
Built-in AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi (based on IEEE 802.11n draft specification)
Built-in Bluetooth 2.1 + Enhanced Data Rate (EDR) |
Connectivity |
2 USB 2.0 Ports (480 Mbps)
1 FireWire 400 Port
Mini-DVI port - DVI output using mini-DVI to DVI adapter (sold separately)
VGA output using mini-DVI to VGA adapter (sold separately)
Composite and S-video output using mini-DVI to video adapter (sold separately)
Combined optical digital input/audio line in (minijack)
Combined optical digital output/headphone out (minijack)
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2 USB 2.0 Ports (480 Mbps)
Mini DisplayPort output port with support for DVI, VGA, and dual-link DVI (requires adapters, sold separately)
Combined optical digital input/audio line in (minijack)
Combined optical digital output/headphone out (minijack)
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2 USB 2.0 Ports (480 Mbps)
Mini DisplayPort output port with support for DVI, VGA, and dual-link DVI (requires adapters, sold separately)
Combined optical digital input/audio line in (minijack)
Combined optical digital output/headphone out (minijack)
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Screen/Video Support |
13.3-inch (diagonal) TFT display,
1280x800
1920 x 1200 support on external display
Extended desktop and video mirroring: Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to 1920 x 1200 pixels on an external display, both at millions of colors |
13.3-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit glossy widescreen display
1280x800
2560 x 1600 support on external display
Extended desktop and video mirroring: Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to 2560 x 1600 pixels on an external display, both at millions of colors |
13.3-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit glossy widescreen display
1280x800
2560 x 1600 support on external display
Extended desktop and video mirroring: Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to 2560 x 1600 pixels on an external display, both at millions of colors |
Battery |
55-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery with integrated charge indicator LEDs providing up to 4.5 hours of battery life |
45-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery with integrated charge indicator LEDs providing up to 5 hours of battery life |
45-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery with integrated charge indicator LEDs providing up to 5 hours of battery life |
OS |
10.5 Leopard |
10.5 Leopard |
10.5 Leopard |
Weight |
Weight: 5 pounds (2.27 kg) |
Weight: 4.5 pounds (2.04 kg) |
Weight: 4.5 pounds (2.04 kg) |
Notes |
Built-in iSight camera
Solid-state scrolling trackpad for precise cursor control; supports two-finger scrolling, tap, double-tap, and drag capabilities
60W Power adapter with MagSafe Connector
Optional external Apple USB Modem
Configurable Options
Apple's website for this product |
Built-in iSight camera
Multi-Touch trackpad for precise cursor control; supports two-finger scrolling, pinch, rotate, three-finger swipe, four-finger swipe, tap, double-tap, and drag capabilities -glass surface
60W Power adapter with MagSafe Connector
Optional solid-state drive
Configurable Options
Apple's website for this product |
Built-in iSight camera
Multi-Touch trackpad for precise cursor control; supports two-finger scrolling, pinch, rotate, three-finger swipe, four-finger swipe, tap, double-tap, and drag capabilities -glass surface
60W Power adapter with MagSafe Connector
Optional solid-state drive
Comes with Backlit Keyboard
Configurable Options
Apple's website for this product |