Can I upgrade the RAM and storage?

Yes. The hard drive and RAM are accessible behind the bottom panel, and the battery is replaceable too. This is the main reason people still buy it.

Does it still get macOS updates?

No. Apple ended macOS support for this model years ago, so it runs older versions only. Expect no new security patches.

Is it fast enough for everyday use?

For writing, email and web browsing, yes, especially with an SSD fitted. Video editing and modern heavy apps will struggle.

Does it have a Retina display?

No. It has a standard 1280x800 non-Retina screen, which is the biggest visual difference from later MacBook Pros.

What ports does it have?

It has two USB-A ports, Thunderbolt, Ethernet, an SD card slot, audio in/out and a DVD drive. No USB-C.

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MacBook Pro for everyday work and study

Name: Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch MD101LL/A
Brand: Apple
Availability: InStock

Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch MD101LL/A

Deal score 7.2 · Great deal

$428.99$878.99 Wellbots's regular price

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2.5GHz Intel Core i5 dual-core processor for fast multitasking, browsing and productivity software
Customizable RAM up to 16GB for smoother workflows, photo editing, coding and light video editing
Customizable SSD storage up to 2TB for faster load times and quicker file access
13-inch high-resolution display with crisp visuals and vivid colors
Intel HD Graphics 4000 for media streaming and light graphic design work
Ports include two USB 3.0 ports, a Thunderbolt port and an SDXC card slot

Guarantee: 90-day warranty with optional extensions
Returns: 30-day return policy (exceptions apply)
Shipping: Free shipping on most items; ships in 1-3 days

About the Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch MD101LL/A

The MD101LL/A is the mid-2012 13-inch MacBook Pro, the last of Apple's non-Retina unibody laptops. It pairs a dual-core Intel Core i5 with a 500GB hard drive, a built-in DVD drive and a user-serviceable design: the battery, RAM and storage can be replaced with ordinary tools. That repairability is why it still sells as a budget machine for writing, browsing and light office work. Against newer MacBooks it is heavy, slow and has a low-resolution screen, and it no longer receives macOS updates.

Best forWriters and students on a tight budgetBuyers who want to upgrade RAM and storage themselvesA cheap first Mac for basic web and office tasksTinkerers who want a repairable laptop

Pros

User-replaceable RAM, hard drive and battery
Built-in DVD drive and Ethernet port
Sturdy aluminum unibody with a good keyboard
Runs older software and Windows via Boot Camp
Cheap way into macOS

Cons

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