MacBook Retina 12

£245.00 RRP £ 320.00 Save £75.00

The MacBook Retina 12" is a very thin and light notebook from Apple that comes with a very smooth and highly detailed Retina display. It's the perfect solution for those who are on the road most of the time; it is not noisy and has only one USB-C port. Although compared with the most powerful models it's not the highest, it is still optimal for anything basic you may need on the go.

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Manufacturer Code	N/A
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Display	12" Retina, 2304x1440 resolution
Processor	Intel Core M (1.1GHz–1.3GHz)
RAM	8GB LPDDR3
Storage	256GB or 512GB SSD
Graphics	Intel HD Graphics 5300
Battery Life	Up to 10 hours
Ports	1x USB-C, 3.5mm headphone jack
Weight	0.92 kg (2.03 lbs)

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The length of warranty depends on the condition of the device.

Brand New - manufacturer warranty (min. 12 months)
Refurbished (Good or better) - 12 month warranty
Refurbished (Poor condition) - 3 month warranty

Please note that your warranty will not cover any faults due to impact, pressure, liquid damage, temperature, or any attempt (by you or a third party) to alter or repair the device.

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Once your return is approved, you have an additional 15 days to send the item back to us, totalling up to 30 days to complete your return.

Does it have a Retina display?	Yes, a 12-inch Retina display with 2304x1440 resolution.
What ports are available?	A single USB-C port and a headphone jack.
Is it fanless?	Yes, it operates silently without a fan.
Can it handle heavy multitasking?	It's best suited for light tasks like browsing and document editing.

Design and Build

The 12-inch MacBook with Retina display is arguably the most portable laptop out there with its ultra-thin aluminum unibody that is just 13.1 mm thinner and really light at 0.92 kg. The MacBook is designed in 3 color options: Space Gray, Silver, and Gold and the 12-inch Retina display is the key feature that makes it the perfect MacBook for people who are on the go specifically those who are minimalists; that's why it's finally the best of the lightest.In addition to this, the MacBook Pro is free of a noisy fan which thus contributes to a greater degree of silence during the operation and consequently, a more stylish effect despite its smaller and more portable size.

Aluminum unibody, 13.1mm thick
0.92kg weight
12-inch Retina display
Fanless design

Feature	Details
Dimensions	280.5 x 196.5 x 3.5-13.1 mm
Weight	0.92kg
Materials	Aluminum
Colors	Space Gray, Silver, Gold

Display

The MacBook Retina 12 has a 12-inch Retina screen with a resolution of 2304 x 1440 at 226 PPI, which is very good for work and watching media. It is a very good choice for both productivity and video streaming with a brightness of around 400 nits and also a 16:10 aspect ratio. As the display is so sharp and vivid, it turns this computer into the leading portable laptop for those users who put the emphasis on screen quality.

Retina display, 2304 x 1440, 226 PPI
~400 nits brightness
16:10 aspect ratio
60Hz refresh rate

Specification	Details
Size	12 inches
Type	Retina IPS LCD
Resolution	2304 x 1440, 226 PPI
Brightness	~400 nits

Performance and Software

Equipped with Intel Core m3/m5/m7 (up to 1.3GHz), 8GB RAM, and 256GB/512GB SSD storage, the MacBook Retina 12 handles light tasks like browsing, writing, and media editing smoothly. Running macOS Sierra (upgradable to macOS Big Sur), it’s ideal for casual users but may struggle with heavy multitasking. It’s a great lightweight MacBook for portability-focused users.

Intel Core m3/m5/m7
8GB RAM
256GB/512GB SSD
macOS Big Sur (max)

Test	MacBook 12 Score (est.)
Geekbench 4 (Single-Core)	~3500
Geekbench 4 (Multi-Core)	~6500

Battery and Charging

The MacBook Retina 12’s 41.4Wh battery offers up to 10 hours of web browsing or video playback, perfect for a full day on the go. It charges via USB-C with a 29W adapter, taking ~2.5 hours for a full charge. Its portability and battery life make it a top choice for travelers needing a compact laptop.

41.4Wh battery
Up to 10h web browsing
29W USB-C charging
No MagSafe charging

Model	Battery Life (Web)	Real-World Test
MacBook Retina 12	10h	~9–10h

Pricing Details

Launched in 2015 at $1299 for the 256GB model, the MacBook Retina 12 is a premium yet compact option in 2025. Refurbished units now range from $300–$500, offering great value for users seeking a lightweight MacBook for travel, studying, or light work. Its Retina display and sleek design keep it relevant.

Configuration	Original Price	Refurbished Price (2025)
256GB, m3, 8GB RAM	$1299	$300–$400
512GB, m7, 8GB RAM	$1599	$400–$500

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