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PERFORMANCE4 fields
| Specification | MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, 2017) | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Graphics | — | Qualcomm Adreno (integrated) |
| Memory Bandwidth | About 29.8 GB/s (dual-channel LPDDR3-1866) | LPDDR5X-9523 (soldered, dual-channel) |
| Neural Engine | None (Intel processor; no dedicated AI engine) | 80 TOPS |
| Processor | Intel Core m3-7Y32 (Kaby Lake, fanless); CPU: 2-core / 4-thread, 1.2 GHz up to 3.0 GHz; optional Core i5-7Y54 or Core i7-7Y75; GPU: Intel HD Graphics 615 | Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Plus (25W TDP) |
LAUNCH DATE2 fields
| Specification | MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, 2017) | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Released | 5 June 2017 | Expected 2026-10 |
| Status | Discontinued (July 2019) | Announced; expected 2026-10 |
DISPLAY6 fields
| Specification | MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, 2017) | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Brightness | Up to 300 nits typical | 400 nits |
| Color | Millions of colors, standard (sRGB) gamut | 45% NTSC |
| Refresh Rate | Standard 60 Hz | 60Hz |
| Resolution | 2304 × 1440 pixels | 1920 x 1200 pixels (WUXGA) |
| Size | 12-inch (Diagonal) | 14 inches |
| Type | Retina display (high-resolution IPS panel) | IPS, optional touch |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION3 fields
| Specification | MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, 2017) | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Price | — | €1,099 (Base configuration) — Europe |
| Launch Price (USD) | $1,299.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $1,299 (US launch price) |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦1,819,000 | ₦1,818,600 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
OVERVIEW5 fields
| Specification | MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, 2017) | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Intel Core m3-7Y32 (dual-core, 1.2 GHz, Turbo 3.0 GHz) with Intel HD Graphics 615 | Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Plus (25W TDP); Graphics: Qualcomm Adreno (integrated) |
| Manufacturer | Apple | Lenovo |
| Model | Apple MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, 2017) | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
| Operating System | macOS Sierra at launch (supports up to macOS Ventura) | Windows 11 (Copilot+ PC) |
| Release Year | 2017 | 2026 |
BODY AND BUILD4 fields
| Specification | MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, 2017) | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Colors | Space Gray, Silver, Gold, Rose Gold | Luna Grey, Cloud Grey |
| Dimensions | — | Thickness: 17.39 mm |
| Material | Aluminum unibody | Aluminium top, PC-ABS bottom |
| Weight | 0.92 kg | From 1.3 kg (2.87 lbs) |
MEMORY AND STORAGE3 fields
| Specification | MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, 2017) | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
|---|---|---|
| RAM | Standard: 8 GB LPDDR3 1866 MHz; configurable to 16 GB at purchase | 16GB LPDDR5x-9523 (soldered, not upgradable) |
| Storage | SSD Options: 256 GB / 512 GB (varies by model) | 1TB SSD + spare M.2 2280 slot |
| Storage Type | SSD (PCIe/NVMe) | M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD (two M.2 slots) |
PORTS AND CONNECTIVITY1 field
| Specification | MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, 2017) | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Ports and connectivity | 1 × USB-C (USB 3.1 Gen 1, charging, DisplayPort), 3.5 mm headphone jack, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 4.2. | 2x USB-C, 2x USB-A; Video: HDMI; Card reader: SD; Audio: 3.5mm jack; Kensington lock slot; Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 7 |
BATTERY AND CHARGING3 fields
| Specification | MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, 2017) | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | Up to 10 hours wireless web (official) (Apple-rated endurance figure) | Up to 26 hours local video playback (Lenovo claim) |
| Battery Type | Built-in lithium-polymer battery | 50 Wh |
| Charging | 29 W USB-C power adapter | 65W USB-C AC adapter, PD 3.0 |
AUDIO AND WEBCAM3 fields
| Specification | MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, 2017) | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Microphones | Dual microphones | Dual-microphone array with smart noise-cancelling |
| Speakers | Stereo speakers | 2x 2W speakers |
| Webcam | 480p FaceTime camera | FHD |
SOFTWARE AND EXTRAS4 fields
| Specification | MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, 2017) | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Keyboard | Backlit butterfly-mechanism keyboard (illuminated keys, low-travel design) | Backlit |
| Operating System | macOS Sierra at launch | Windows 11 (Copilot+ PC) |
| Security | Firmware password and FileVault encryption (no Touch ID) | Firmware TPM 2.0, fingerprint reader in power button, IR camera for Windows Hello |
| Trackpad | Force Touch trackpad | Buttonless Mylar Precision TouchPad, 75 x 120 mm |