MacBook 12” 2017 vs. Google Pixelbook: Which is better?

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

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.

WeightMacBook 12” 2017Google Pixelbook
Pound
2.03 lbs.
2.4 lbs.
Kilogram
0.92 kg
1.09 kg

Google Pixelbook Pros

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

Key Similars

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

Supports the same maximum memory size of up to 16GB

Both laptops supports up to 16GB of system memory.

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

Both laptops supports the same 1866MHz LPDDR3 RAM.

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

Prices

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

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)
By Apple
$352.69
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
$399.99
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)
By Apple
$379.97
Google Pixelbook Price
Google Pixelbook 12-Inch Laptop, Intel Core i7-7Y75, 16GB RAM, 512 GB SSD, Chrome OS (Renewed)
Google Pixelbook 12-Inch Laptop, Intel Core i7-7Y75, 16GB RAM, 512 GB SSD, Chrome OS (Renewed)
By Google
$334.89
Google Pixelbook Go i5 Chromebook 16GB/128GB Just Black (Renewed)
Google Pixelbook Go i5 Chromebook 16GB/128GB Just Black (Renewed)
By Google
$329.00
Google Pixelbook (i5, 8 GB RAM, 128GB) (GA00122-US)
Google Pixelbook (i5, 8 GB RAM, 128GB) (GA00122-US)
By Google
$999.97

Availability

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

MacBook 12” 2017Google Pixelbook
Dimensions11.04” x 7.74” x 0.14 - 0.52” (280.5 mm x 196.5 mm x 3.5 - 13.1 mm)11.4” x 8.7” x 0.4” (290.4 x 220.8 x 10.3 mm)
WeightStarting at 2.03 pounds (920 g)2.4 lbs (1.1 kg)
Colors
Silver Space Gray Gold Rose Gold
  • Color
    • Silver
  • Materials
    • Aluminum
    • Glass detail with Corning® Gorilla® Glass
Keyboard and TrackpadFull-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
  • 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

Display

MacBook 12” 2017Google Pixelbook
Size12 Inches12.3 Inches
InfoRetina 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
  • 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

Ports

MacBook 12” 2017Google Pixelbook
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)
  • 2 x USB Type-C.
    Support charging, 4K display output, and quicker data transfer.
  • 3.5 mm headphone jack.

Internal Specs

MacBook 12” 2017Google Pixelbook
Processor
  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
  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
Integrated Graphics
  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
  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
Memory
8GB
Configurable to 16GB 1866 MHz LPDDR3 onboard memory
4GB 16GB
1866 MHz LPDDR3 SDRAM
Storage
256GB 512GB
PCIe-based onboard SSD.
128GB 256GB 512GB
NVMe solid state drive.

Connectivity

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

Battery

MacBook 12” 2017Google Pixelbook
Size41.4 Wh lithium‑polymer battery41 Whr battery
Battery Life
  • Up to 10 hours of wireless web
  • Up to 12 hours of iTunes movie playback
  • Up to 30 days of standby time
Up to 10 hours of use
Power Supply29W USB-C Power Adapter45W USB-C charger
Power rating: 5V/3A, 9V/3A, 15V/3A, 20V/2.25A

Software

MacBook 12” 2017Google Pixelbook
OSShipped with macOS High SierraChrome OS
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
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Camera & Audio

MacBook 12” 2017Google Pixelbook
Camera480p FaceTime HD camera Front-facing camera
720p (1280 x 720 HD) camera.
Audio
  • Stereo speakers
  • Dual microphones
  • 3.5 mm headphone jack
  • Dual speakers for better surround sound
  • 4 mics for improved noise cancellation during video calls

Misc

MacBook 12” 2017Google Pixelbook
Inking-Supports Pixelbook Pen.
Sensors-
  • 3-axis Gyroscope/Accelerometer
  • Accelerometer (Lid)
  • Magnetometer
  • Ambient Light Sensor
  • Magnetic Sensor
Security-TPM Chip for better on-device security
In the box
  • MacBook
  • 29W USB-C Power Adapter
  • USB-C Charge Cable (2 m)
  • Google Pixelbook
  • USB-C cable
  • Quick start guide
  • User guide
  • Power adapter
WarrantyLimited 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. -
MoreVideo 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
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Key Features

MacBook 12” 2017Google Pixelbook
At Glance
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
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

Comparison Summary

MacBook 12” 2017 vs. Google Pixelbook

Apple has released the MacBook 12” 2017, a 12-inch machine, in mid-2017. It is powered by up to a dual-core Intel Core i7-7Y75 with a boost clock speed up to 3.60 GHz. The laptop has an integrated graphics option up to Intel® HD Graphics 615 (24 Execution Units, 300 → 1050 MHz).

On the other hand, we have the 12.3-inch Pixelbook was introduced by Google around the same year in 2017. It comes with up to a dual-core Intel Core i7-7Y75 with a boost clock speed up to 3.60 GHz. It has an integrated graphics option up to Intel® HD Graphics 615 (24 Execution Units, 300 → 1050 MHz).

Geekbench 5 Single Core

MacBook 12” 20171
7th Gen Intel® Core™ m3-7Y3265891.01%
2
7th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-7Y5467192.81%
3
7th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-7Y7571498.76%
Google Pixelbook1
7th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-7Y57723100.00%
2
7th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-7Y7571498.76%
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Geekbench 5 Multi Core

MacBook 12” 20171
7th Gen Intel® Core™ m3-7Y321,42396.80%
2
7th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-7Y541,45799.12%
3
7th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-7Y751,470100.00%
Google Pixelbook1
7th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-7Y571,28287.21%
2
7th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-7Y751,470100.00%
01,470

The MacBook 12” 2017 has a 12-inch display which is quite similar size to the 12.3-inch Google Pixelbook. In addition, The MacBook 12” 2017 weighs 2.03 lbs. about 18% lighter than the 2.4 lbs. Google Pixelbook. Moreover, measured at 11.04” x 7.74” x 0.52”, the MacBook 12” 2017 is slightly bulkier than the Google Pixelbook at 11.4” x 8.7” x 0.4”.

MacBook 12” 2017Google Pixelbook

Moving over to upgradability, you can't make any upgrades on both devices. All major components including memory and storage are soldered on to the motherboard. So make sure you get the specs that work best for your current and future workload.

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