Google Pixelbook vs. MacBook 12” 2017: Full specs comparison

Here is a comparison of the specs between Google Pixelbook and MacBook 12” 2017, including CPU, RAM, storage, battery, display, and more.

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Google Pixelbook Pros

We couldn't find any advantages of Google Pixelbook over MacBook 12” 2017.

MacBook 12” 2017 Pros

Reasons that MacBook 12” 2017 is better than Google Pixelbook.

About 16% lighter

MacBook 12” 2017 weighed 2.03 pounds, 16% lighter than the 2.4 pounds Google Pixelbook.

WeightGoogle PixelbookMacBook 12” 2017
Pound
2.4 lbs.
2.03 lbs.
Kilogram
1.09 kg
0.92 kg

Key Similars

Similar characteristics share between Google Pixelbook and MacBook 12” 2017.

Supports the same maximum memory size of up to 16GB

Both laptops supports up to 16GB of system memory.

Max system memory size
Google Pixelbook
16 GB
MacBook 12” 2017
16 GB
Uses the same memory type and speed

Both laptops supports the same 1866MHz LPDDR3 RAM.

Memory type and speed
Google Pixelbook - LPDDR3
1,866 MHz
MacBook 12” 2017 - LPDDR3
1,866 MHz

Prices

Here are the latest price updates and offers for both devices.

Google Pixelbook Price
Google Pixelbook Premium Chromebook 2in1 Tablet, 12.3in LCD Touchscreen Laptop, Core i7-7Y75 up to 3.6GHz, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, Chrome OS (Renewed)
 Google Pixelbook Premium Chromebook 2in1 Tablet, 12.3in LCD Touchscreen Laptop, Core i7-7Y75 up to 3.6GHz, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, Chrome OS (Renewed)
By Google
$355.70
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Google Pixelbook (i7, 16 GB RAM, 512 GB)
 Google Pixelbook (i7, 16 GB RAM, 512 GB)
By Google
$640.00
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Google Pixelbook (i5, 8 GB RAM, 128GB) (GA00122-US)
 Google Pixelbook (i5, 8 GB RAM, 128GB) (GA00122-US)
By Google
$346.49
$999.00 65% OFF
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MacBook 12” 2017 Price
2017 Apple Macbook with 1.2GHz Intel Core m3 (12-inch, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage) Space Gray (Renewed)
 2017 Apple Macbook with 1.2GHz Intel Core m3 (12-inch, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage) Space Gray (Renewed)
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$353.00
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2017 Apple MacBook Laptop with Intel Core m3, 1.2GHz (MNYH2LL/A, 12in, Retina Display, Dual Core Processor, 8GB RAM, 256GB, Intel HD Graphics, Mac OS) - Silver (Renewed)
 2017 Apple MacBook Laptop with Intel Core m3, 1.2GHz (MNYH2LL/A, 12in, Retina Display, Dual Core Processor, 8GB RAM, 256GB, Intel HD Graphics, Mac OS) - Silver (Renewed)
By Apple
$450.00
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Apple MacBook 12in Retina 2017 (Newest Version) 256GB SSD / 8GB RAM - Space Gray (Renewed)
 Apple MacBook 12in Retina 2017 (Newest Version) 256GB SSD / 8GB RAM - Space Gray (Renewed)
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$699.00
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Specs Comparison

Availability

Google PixelbookMacBook 12” 2017
Released20172017
Release Date-
  • Announced on June 5, 2017
  • Available on June 7, 2017
Pricing-
  • $1,299
    Intel Core m3-7Y32 | 8GB RAM | 256GB SSD
  • $1,599
    Intel Core m5-7Y54 | 8GB RAM | 512GB SSD

Exterior

Google PixelbookMacBook 12” 2017
Dimensions11.4” x 8.7” x 0.4” (290.4 x 220.8 x 10.3 mm)11.04” x 7.74” x 0.14 - 0.52” (280.5 mm x 196.5 mm x 3.5 - 13.1 mm)
Weight2.4 lbs (1.1 kg)Starting at 2.03 pounds (920 g)
Colors
  • Color
    • Silver
  • Materials
    • Aluminum
    • Glass detail with Corning® Gorilla® Glass
Silver Space Gray Gold Rose Gold
Keyboard and Trackpad
  • Keyboard
    • Backlit keys for easier typing in low light
    • Full size with 19 mm pitch
    • 0.8 mm travel
    • Google Assistant key
  • Trackpad
    • Edge-to-edge trackpad
    • Etched glass surface
Full-size backlit keyboard with:
  • 78 (U.S.) or 79 (ISO) individual LED backlit keys, including 12 function keys and 4 arrow keys
  • Ambient light sensor
  • Force Touch trackpad for precise cursor control and pressure-sensing capabilities; enables Force clicks, accelerators, pressure-sensitive drawing, and Multi-Touch gestures

Display

Google PixelbookMacBook 12” 2017
Size12.3 Inches12 Inches
Info
  • 12.3" 2400x1600 (235 ppi) Quad HD LCD display for sharper images
  • Touchscreen display with Google Pixelbook Pen support1
  • 400 nits for using in bright areas
  • 72% NTSC color
Retina display
  • 12-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit display with IPS technology
  • 2304-by-1440 resolution at 226 pixels per inch with support for millions of colors
  • 16:10 aspect ratio
  • Supported scaled resolutions:
    • 1440 by 900
    • 1280 by 800
    • 1024 by 640

Ports

Google PixelbookMacBook 12” 2017
  • 2 x USB Type-C.
    Support charging, 4K display output, and quicker data transfer.
  • 3.5 mm headphone jack.
One USB Type-C port with support for:
  • Charging
  • USB 3.1 Gen 1 (up to 5 Gbps)
  • Native DisplayPort 1.2 video output
  • VGA output using USB-C VGA Multiport Adapter (sold separately)
  • HDMI video output using USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter (sold separately)

Internal Specs

Google PixelbookMacBook 12” 2017
Processor
  1. 7th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-7Y57
    2 cores, 4 threads, 1.20 → 3.30 GHz, 4MB SmartCache, 4.5W
  2. 7th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-7Y75
    2 cores, 4 threads, 1.30 → 3.60 GHz, 4MB SmartCache, 4.5W
  1. 7th Gen Intel® Core™ m3-7Y32
    2 cores, 4 threads, 1.10 → 3.00 GHz, 4MB SmartCache, 4.5W
  2. 7th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-7Y54
    2 cores, 4 threads, 1.20 → 3.20 GHz, 4MB SmartCache, 4.5W
  3. 7th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-7Y75
    2 cores, 4 threads, 1.30 → 3.60 GHz, 4MB SmartCache, 4.5W
Integrated Graphics
  1. 7th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-7Y57
    Intel® HD Graphics 615
    24 Execution Units, 300 → 950 MHz
  2. 7th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-7Y75
    Intel® HD Graphics 615
    24 Execution Units, 300 → 1050 MHz
  1. 7th Gen Intel® Core™ m3-7Y32
    Intel® HD Graphics 615
    24 Execution Units, 300 → 900 MHz
  2. 7th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-7Y54
    Intel® HD Graphics 615
    24 Execution Units, 300 → 950 MHz
  3. 7th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-7Y75
    Intel® HD Graphics 615
    24 Execution Units, 300 → 1050 MHz
Memory
4GB 16GB
1866 MHz LPDDR3 SDRAM
8GB
Configurable to 16GB 1866 MHz LPDDR3 onboard memory
Storage
128GB 256GB 512GB
NVMe solid state drive.
256GB 512GB
PCIe-based onboard SSD.

Connectivity

Google PixelbookMacBook 12” 2017
Wi-FiWi-Fi 5: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, 3 2x2 (MIMO), dual-band (2.4 GHz, 5.0 GHz)
  • 802.11ac Wi‑Fi wireless networking
  • IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n compatible
BluetoothBluetooth® 4.2Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology

Battery

Google PixelbookMacBook 12” 2017
Size41 Whr battery41.4 Wh lithium‑polymer battery
Battery LifeUp to 10 hours of use
  • Up to 10 hours of wireless web
  • Up to 12 hours of iTunes movie playback
  • Up to 30 days of standby time
Power Supply45W USB-C charger
Power rating: 5V/3A, 9V/3A, 15V/3A, 20V/2.25A
29W USB-C Power Adapter

Software

Google PixelbookMacBook 12” 2017
OSChrome OSShipped with macOS High Sierra
Built-in Apps-
Photos iMovie GarageBand Pages Numbers Keynote Siri Safari Mail FaceTime Messages Maps News Stocks Home Voice Memos Notes Calendar Contacts Reminders Photo Booth Preview iTunes Books App Store Time Machine

Camera & Audio

Google PixelbookMacBook 12” 2017
Camera Front-facing camera
720p (1280 x 720 HD) camera.
480p FaceTime HD camera
Audio
  • Dual speakers for better surround sound
  • 4 mics for improved noise cancellation during video calls
  • Stereo speakers
  • Dual microphones
  • 3.5 mm headphone jack

Misc

Google PixelbookMacBook 12” 2017
InkingSupports Pixelbook Pen.-
Sensors
  • 3-axis Gyroscope/Accelerometer
  • Accelerometer (Lid)
  • Magnetometer
  • Ambient Light Sensor
  • Magnetic Sensor
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SecurityTPM Chip for better on-device security-
In the box
  • Google Pixelbook
  • USB-C cable
  • Quick start guide
  • User guide
  • Power adapter
  • MacBook
  • 29W USB-C Power Adapter
  • USB-C Charge Cable (2 m)
Warranty-Limited Warranty and ServiceYour MacBook comes with 90 days of free telephone support and a one-year limited warranty. Purchase the AppleCare Protection Plan to extend your service and support to three years from your computer’s purchase date. Only the AppleCare Protection Plan provides you with direct telephone support from Apple technical experts and the assurance that repairs will be handled by Apple-authorized technicians using genuine Apple parts. For more information, visit Apple Support or call 800-823-2275. 
More-Video Support
  • Intel HD Graphics 615
  • Dual display and video mirroring: simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to 4096-by-2304 resolution at 60Hz on an external display, both at millions of colors

Key Features

Google PixelbookMacBook 12” 2017
At Glance
Released in
2017
3:2 QHD+
12.3”
1600p 60Hz
Weight
2.4 lb
1.09 kg
Up to
Intel Core i7-7Y75
2C/4T, 1.30 → 3.60 GHz
Geekbench 5
714
Single Core
Geekbench 5
1,470
Multi-Core
With integrated
Intel® HD Graphics 615
24 Execution Units, 300 → 1050 MHz
Configurable up to
16GB
1866 MHz LPDDR3
Released in Mid
2017
16:10 QHD
12”
1440p 60Hz
Weight
2.03 lb
0.92 kg
Up to
Intel Core i7-7Y75
2C/4T, 1.30 → 3.60 GHz
Geekbench 5
714
Single Core
Geekbench 5
1,470
Multi-Core
With integrated
Intel® HD Graphics 615
24 Execution Units, 300 → 1050 MHz
Configurable up to
16GB
1866 MHz LPDDR3

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