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MacBook Retina 12-inch (2017) - Core i7 - 16GB SSD 256 QWERTY - English

MacBook Retina 12-inch (2017) - Core i7 - 16GB SSD 256 QWERTY - English

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Customer reviews for "Obsolete" MacBook (2017,Intel)

Overall rating

438 verified reviews

Rating details

  • Appearance

    4/5

  • Overall performance

    3.9/5

  • Packaging

    4.3/5

  • Shipping

    4.4/5

Reviews

  • Sandra H.

    Verified purchase

    Reviewed 07/04/2024, United Kingdom.

    After a nightmare experience with one I bought a couple of months ago (and had to return), this time it was all good. The item arrived faster than expected (ie next day) and looks to be in as-new condition. Had a few issues setting it up but that was just down to the usual software quirks. It's now up and running and is excellent, reminding me of how much I miss these lightweight little Macbook 12s and wish Apple would launch an updated one.

    MacBook Retina 12-inch (2017) - Core i7 - 16GB SSD 512 QWERTY - English

    Condition

    Excellent

    Purchased

    27/03/2024

  • Tom W.

    Verified purchase

    Reviewed 27/06/2024, United Kingdom.

    The quality of this refurbishment is astounding! Next day delivery included with expected time slot (nice one DPD - excellent service) 1 cycle on the battery so it must’ve had a replacement battery. Minimal marks across it. In great condition. I’m very happy with it!

    MacBook Retina 12-inch (2017) - Core i7 - 16GB SSD 512 QWERTY - English

    Condition

    Excellent

    Purchased

    26/06/2024

  • Clara L.

    Verified purchase

    Reviewed 11/01/2025, United Kingdom.

    Amazing! My Macbook came next day and is in excellent condition. I’m so pleased with my order, will definitely be purchasing from back market again

    MacBook Retina 12-inch (2017) - Core m3 - 8GB SSD 256 QWERTY - English

    Condition

    Excellent

    Purchased

    09/01/2025

  • Leon M.

    Verified purchase

    Reviewed 19/02/2025, United Kingdom.

    Purchased the MacBook to replace an identical one I had that the mother board had gone, so cheaper to buy than repair. Purchased the 'Excellent' level model, so would expect good quality case and battery life. First impression was not great as case has little chipped out/dented metal parts all around its circumference, especially the back edge. When received and switched on the battery was at 30%, already a little concerned as that made me think that the battery was not holding its charge. Also the battery drains very quickly compared to what I was use to with my identical (now broken) MacBook. I would not have cared so much about the above, but I did pay the extra for the version that was classed as excellent and at best I would rate it as good. Wish I paid less for that option now, a risk that did not pay off. Will live with it, but a little disappointed tbh.

    MacBook Retina 12-inch (2017) - Core m3 - 8GB SSD 256 QWERTY - English

    Condition

    Excellent

    Purchased

    04/02/2025

  • Margot N.

    Verified purchase

    Reviewed 08/04/2024, United Kingdom.

    Really happy about my purchase. Arrived in excellent condition, like new. The initial installation was pretty slow compared to new laptops but after that it's been performing perfectly. Laptop arrived much much earlier than what I was expecting which was fortunate as I cracked the screen of my main laptop the night before it arrived. Overall, really happy and would definitely buy another laptop through them. Thanks so much

    MacBook Retina 12-inch (2017) - Core m3 - 8GB SSD 256 QWERTY - English

    Condition

    Excellent

    Purchased

    22/03/2024

  • Matthew V.

    Verified purchase

    Reviewed 21/02/2025, United Kingdom.

    Couldn’t be happier - delivery was quick and the condition of the laptop is near flawless. Definitely recommend these guys

    MacBook Retina 12-inch (2017) - Core m3 - 8GB SSD 256 QWERTY - English

    Condition

    Fair

    Purchased

    19/02/2025

  • Mark D.

    Verified purchase

    Reviewed 08/10/2023, United Kingdom.

    Yes I’m happy with my purchase however I did get a notification on the screen alerting me “ that your computer has detected a potential problem” and this file (eficheck.dump) appeared also. I will update to the highest OS and see if it sorts itself out. Mark

    MacBook Retina 12-inch (2017) - Core m3 - 8GB SSD 256 QWERTY - English

    Condition

    Excellent

    Purchased

    26/09/2023

Everything you ever wanted to know about the "Obsolete" MacBook (2017,Intel)


  • Durability

  • Overall performance

  • Screen quality

  • Audiovisual

  • Mid-2017Release Date

  • 12Screen size (in)

  • 2304 x 1440Resolution

  • 256 GBStorage (GB)

  • 16 GBMemory (GB)

  • SSDStorage type

  • NoTouch Bar

  • YesRetina

  • YesBluetooth

The MacBook Retina 12-inch (2017) is a sleek and compact laptop that combines portability with performance. Featuring a vibrant Retina display and an Intel Core i7 processor, this model is suitable for users who require a lightweight device capable of handling everyday tasks and more demanding applications with ease.

Key features:
  • Release Date: June 2017
  • Display: 12-inch Retina display
  • Processor: Intel Core i7 processor
  • Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 615
  • Memory: 16GB RAM
Who is this for?

The MacBook Retina 12-inch (2017) is ideal for professionals and students who need a portable laptop for tasks such as word processing, web browsing, and light multimedia use. Its compact size makes it perfect for those who travel frequently or work in tight spaces, while the powerful processor ensures smooth performance for more demanding applications.

Pros & Cons:
Pros Cons
Lightweight and ultra-portable design Limited ports may require adapters for connectivity
High-resolution Retina display for clear visuals Integrated graphics may not support high-end gaming

Why refurbished?

Choosing a refurbished MacBook Retina 12-inch (2017) allows you to enjoy a quality laptop with impressive features at a lower environmental impact. Each device undergoes thorough testing to ensure it meets Back Market’s quality standards. Learn more about our quality standards.

"Obsolete" MacBook (2017,Intel)
Release Date
Mid-2017
Screen size (in)
12
Resolution
2304 x 1440
Storage (GB)
256 GB
Memory (GB)
16 GB
Storage type
SSD
Touch Bar
No
Retina
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Webcam
Yes
Microphone
Yes
Processor brand
Intel
Turbo Boost
3.6
Model
MacBook
Compatible with latest Update
No
Microphone specifications
Dual microphones
Depth
19.65 cm
IPS
Yes
Width
28.05 cm
Manufacturer Ref
A1534
Webcam definition
480p
Wi-Fi technology
Wi‑Fi 802.11ac
True Tone
No
Pro-Motion
No
Bluetooth Version
Bluetooth 4.2
OS
macOS
Height
1.31 cm
Speakers
Stereo speakers
HDMI output
No
Keyboard Language & Type
QWERTY - English
Touch ID
No
Screen brightness
300 nits brightness
USB-C port
1
Brand
Apple
Year of Release
2017
Processor
Core i7-7Y75
Front camera definition
480p
Maximum Operating System supported
macOS Ventura
Screen type
Retina display
Weight
920 g
MacBook architecture
64-bits
USB-A port
0
Processor speed (GHz)
1.4 GHz
Colour
Space Gray