Here is How you check the iMac model in an easy steps. The configuration of the computer or laptop provides valuable information related to the device you are using.
So, how do you do it if you use a MacBook but still do not know how to check the MacBook configuration? You won’t need to worry because this article will walk you through the most comprehensive MacBook configuration. Let’s see!
1. How to check and view MacBook configuration.
To view your Mac’s configuration, follow these instructions:
Step 1:
The Apple symbol is on the screen’s left side> Select About This Mac.
Then, the screen will display a table of the most general information about your computer.
You can tap to see data in each section like Overview, Monitor, Storage, Support, and Services.
– Overview
In this section, you will see detailed information on your MacBook.
there, include the following information:
+ Version of the operating system running. This section will tell you what version of macOS your computer is using.
Some macOS versions can be mentioned, such as macOS Mojave, macOS Catalina, and macOS Big Sur…
+ Name and model of MacBook.
+ Processor: You will see a parameter associated with the GHz unit; they represent the number of processing cycles per second that the CPU can perform.
In addition, this section also provides you with the processor on the computer.
The popular MacBook processors are manufactured by Intel, divided into lines such as Intel Core i3, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i7, etc. Usually, the higher the coefficients, the higher the performance.
Besides, some MacBooks have integrated the M1 chip released by Apple instead of using the Intel chip.
+ Memory: This section tells you the amount of RAM, RAM BUS, and RAM type of the machine.
+ Graphics: Indicates the computer’s type of video card (VGA). The greater the VGA, the better, the faster the processing speed, and the sharper and more detailed the displayed image.
Serial Number: A character string consisting of numbers and letters. Each product has a different Serial number. The manufacturer can easily track and check product quality based on this code.
– Screen
Include information such as screen model, screen size, and resolution.
– Storage drive
Includes information about Flash drive capacity and types of data stored. You can also see the amount of memory used and the amount of free space on your MacBook.
– Support
Get support for macOS software and Mac hardware.
– Service
Check out service, support, and repair options for your MacBook.
2. Check the MacBook’s age.
Your machine’s Serial Number can help you get the most accurate Mac model. To see your device’s Serial number, click the Apple icon in the left corner of the screen > Select About This Mac.
Then you click on Overview and see the Serial Number.
After viewing the Serial number, highlight and copy this number.
Next, go to the Check Your Service and Support Coverage page and paste that sequence of numbers under Enter your serial number, enter the confirmation code, and then click Continue to see the model of your Mac.
3. How to identify the MacBook’s processor.
To check the MacBook processor in detail, do the following:
Step 1:
In the left corner of the screen, click the Apple icon. > Select About This Mac.
Step 2:
Click on Overview and see the name, model of MacBook, and processor information.
You will then see all the details related to the processor on your computer.
4. Check your MacBook’s graphics card (GPU).
To view detailed information about the graphics card on your MacBook, do the following:
Step 1:
In the left corner of the screen, click the Apple icon > Select About This Mac.
Step 2: Select System Report in the Overview section.
Step 3:
Go to Graphics/Screen section. Then you will see all the detailed, accurate information about your machine’s GPU.
You may see the following information:
– Model Microchip
For example, this guide integrates the machine with Intel Iris Plus Graphics 645 graphics card.
Iris Plus is a graphics card aimed at customers who need a thin, light laptop with stable performance for office work, entertainment,…
In addition, there are some other graphics cards such as Intel HD Graphics 6000, Intel HD Graphics 5000, etc.
– VRAM
This is random access memory used to store images and videos being displayed by the computer. The higher a computer’s VRAM, the faster it can process more graphics.
How much this capacity is enough depends on the needs of users and the amount of work you operate on the machine.
– Metal Set
Metal is also an application programming interface (API); it is intended to provide games and applications, allowing direct access to the GPU of the machine, helping to increase visibility, frame rate, and several other benefits.
Some other information in this section, such as Device ID, Revision ID, Vendor, etc.
5. Check the MacBook screen.
Follow these steps to view information about your Mac’s screen:
Step 1:
In the left corner of the screen, click the Apple icon. > Select About This Mac.
Step 2:
Select System Report in the Overview section.
Step 3:
Go to Graphics/Screen to see the parameters of the Mac screen.
This section includes the following information:
– Screen type
It tells you the screen type on the machine. Most screens on Apple devices such as iPhone, iPad, iMac, or MacBook are equipped with Retina screens, which are IPS LCD screens designed by Apple.
The colors displayed on this screen are said to be more vibrant than conventional IPS LCD screens, and the images reproduced are also more realistic and sharper.
The example computer used in this article is equipped with a Retina LCD.
– Resolution
This section tells you the number of pixels displayed on the screen and is called a pixel.
The resolution does not fully reflect the image quality on the machine but also depends on factors such as screen technology, screen size, etc.
The Mac has a resolution of 2560 × 1600 Retina in this article.
In addition, you can view some other information such as Frame Buffer Depth, Home Screen, Auto Brightness Adjustment, etc.
6. Check the MacBook’s RAM.
To check your Mac’s RAM, do the following:
Step 1:
In the left-hand corner of the display, click the Apple logo > Select About This Mac.
Step 2:
Select System Report in the Overview section.
Step 3:
Tap Storage.
Here you will see:
– Size
Shows the maximum amount of RAM. It is possible with capacities such as 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB. For example, with a total of 8 GB, it is divided into two slots, each containing 4 GB.
– Type
The machine used in the LPDDR3 RAM manual. Some other types of RAM such as LPDDR4, DRAM, SDR SDRAM, DDR SDRAM, etc.
– Speed
RAM speed, also known as RAM BUS, is the data transfer rate of RAM; the more significant the RAM bus, the faster the data is processed, from which the computer will operate faster.
In this guide, the MacBook has a RAM speed of 2133 MHz; in addition, there are other levels such as 2400 MHz, 2600 MHz, etc.
– Status
To see if the RAM is working correctly or not.
7. Check MacBook Memory.
Fast test
Quickly test your MacBook’s memory by:
Step 1:
Navigate to the Apple icon by clicking > Select About This Mac.
Step 2:
Select Storage drive. Here, you will see the amount of Flash storage.
Alternatively, you can move the pointer over colored areas to see how much space each category uses.
Here, there will be items like:
– Document
Contains files in your home directory that are not included in another category, such as Pages and PDF documents. It also has videos and photos not managed by the photo library.
– Application
Contains all the applications installed on your device (not including system apps).
– Image
Contains images in the system library.
– System
Contains macOS system files and apps. Examples include Mail, Terminal, Calculator, and Time Machine Local Snapshots.
– Other
This category mainly includes files and data used by the system, such as log files, caches, VM files, and other runtime system resources. You cannot manage the content of this category.
The white space represents the amount of free space.
Check the details
To view the details of the memory capacity, do the following:
Step 1:
Go to the Apple icon in the left corner of the screen > Select About This Mac.
Step 2:
Select System Report in the Overview section.
Step 3:
Select Capacity > Select the drive name (for example, Macintosh – Data).
This section will accurately describe the free and total space of the machine but will not categorize the used space as the Storage drive section.
8. Check your MacBook’s battery health.
Check MacBook battery status in the menu bar
If your device is using macOS Catalina, version 10.15 or later, you can see the battery status as follows:
The menu bar’s Battery icon should be clicked > View battery status.
You will see one of two conditions:
– Normal means the battery is usually working.
– Recommended maintenance means the battery is in good working order but has less ability to hold charge than when it was new. You can replace the battery if this is the case.
Check the MacBook battery health in System Preferences
This test will apply to Macs using macOS Big Sur, version 11.0, or later.
To see the battery status of the device, follow the instructions below:
Step 1:
Click the Apple icon in the left corner of the screen > Select System Preferences.
Step 2:
Select Pin.
Step 3:
Select Battery again > Tap Battery status.
You may then see one of two conditions:
– Normal means the battery is usually working.
– Recommended maintenance means the battery is in good working order but has less ability to hold charge than when it was new. You can replace the battery if this is the case.
Final Thoughts
Now are the instructions to help you see the details and check the complete MacBook configuration. I hope they are helpful to you. I appreciate you watching, and I’ll see you in the following thread.
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