Where To Find Your Serial Number
Providing the serial number allows for a smooth payout process when trading on your Mac. Here’s a simple guide on how to find your Mac’s serial number, which can be found under Basic System Information.
Basic System Information
To quickly view basic information about your Mac, such as the macOS version, processor, memory, and serial number, follow these steps:
- Apple Menu: Click the Apple menu () in the top-left corner of your screen.
- About This Mac: Select “About This Mac.”
- A single window will appear with some basic information, including the serial number.
- On older versions of macOS, you should find that by default, you are on the “Overview” tab. The serial number and other basic system information are at the bottom of the “Overview” tab.
Processor
Intel Processors:
- i3: Basic tasks like web browsing and word processing.
- i5: Everyday use with moderate multitasking.
- i7: Advanced tasks such as photo editing.
- i9: Professional-grade workloads that require the Intel chipset.
Apple M-series Chips:
- M1, M2, M3, M4: General use; performance improves with each generation.
- Pro: Enhanced performance for creative professionals.
- Max: High-end tasks requiring substantial processing power.
- Ultra: Top-tier performance for the most demanding applications.
Intel Vs Apple
Apple’s M-series chips are faster, cooler, and more energy-efficient than Intel chips, giving longer battery life and better overall performance. If your applications don’t specifically require Intel, we recommend choosing an M-series Mac, provided it fits your budget.
Why Do Apple Chips Have More Cores?
Apple M-series chips use more cores because they combine powerful cores for intensive tasks with energy-saving cores for lighter work. This balanced design boosts performance, improves battery life, and ensures efficient operation.
Graphics
M1, M2, M3, M4: Suitable for everyday tasks like web browsing, document editing, and media consumption.
M Pro: Enhanced graphics performance for creative professionals handling photo editing, graphic design, and moderate video editing.
M Max: High-end graphics capabilities designed for intensive tasks such as 3D rendering and complex video editing.
M Ultra: Top-tier graphics performance for the most demanding applications, including high-resolution video production, advanced 3D modelling, and large-scale data processing.
Memory
8GB: Suitable for basic tasks like web browsing, email, and document editing.
16GB: Ideal for multitasking, moderate photo editing, and casual gaming.
32GB: Recommended for professional video editing, 3D rendering, and intensive multitasking.
Apple M-series Macs use one pool of memory for both the processor and graphics. This setup is fast and efficient, but it also means video editing and other heavy tasks can quickly use up available memory. If you’re working with large video files or doing graphics-heavy work, choosing more RAM will help everything run smoother.
Storage
256GB: Enough for most users thanks to cloud storage.
512GB: Better if you need offline access or work with larger files.
1TB+: Ideal for professionals handling high-resolution media or large projects.
256GB is enough for most day-to-day tasks, especially with cloud storage, keeping your files safe and accessible. Apple’s on-device storage is costly, so it’s best to choose based on what you need, not just want.
Who could I use for cloud storage?
Apple iCloud Drive: Best for Mac users. Built into macOS, it offers seamless file syncing across all Apple devices.
Google Drive: Great if you use Gmail or Google Docs.
Dropbox: A reliable, user-friendly choice for both personal and business use. Easy sharing and solid performance across all platforms.
Warranty
What does the MacFinder 1-Year Warranty include?
Our comprehensive 1-Year Warranty covers:
- Free Repairs: Hardware faults fixed at no cost.
- macOS Help: Support with operating system issues.
- Battery Cover: Free replacement if service warning shows in year one.
- Free Collection: Repairs collected free within 30 days.
- Expert Support: Ongoing help, Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm.
How does MacFinder’s Warranty stand out?
Unlike standard warranties, MacFinder offers:
- Apple Experts: Repairs by certified in-house technicians.
- Fast Repairs: Most issues fixed within five days.
- Battery Cover: Unique first-year battery support for laptops.
Can I extend my coverage beyond the 1-Year Warranty?
Absolutely! For Apple M-Series devices, we offer Service Plans that extend coverage up to five years. These plans include all the benefits of our standard Warranty, plus:
- Buyback Guarantee: At least £100 store credit when you upgrade.*
- Battery & Accessory Cover: Battery, charger and cable replacements if faulty.**
- Flexible Payments: Pay monthly, yearly, or upfront. Billing starts after your warranty ends.
*Devices must be fully functional.
**Small excess fee applicable; see full terms and conditions.
Is accidental damage covered under the Warranty?
Our Warranty covers manufacturing defects and hardware failures. However, accidental damage, normal wear and tear, and third-party repairs are not included. For full details, please refer to our terms & conditions.
Accessories
Condition
Refurbished items can vary in condition, but we’ve tried to make things simple at MacFinder. We split items into three categories.
New (Unsealed)
On newer models, it’s more likely we will have items that come in their original box like they’re new. Sometimes these items have been used for days before we get them, and on some occasions, they are fresh from distributors. We say unsealed because nothing goes without testing, and we must be able to change the configuration for you if required.
Standard Condition
The product is in good condition and expected for its model and year. It may have a few scratches, minor dents or marks that show expected wear and tear. Our technicians have guidelines during preparation that separate any devices we consider to have cosmetic imperfections.
Cosmetic Imperfections
If you’re budget conscious, an item with cosmetic imperfections can be the ideal solution. We cannot stress enough that the defects are only cosmetic, and the systems are completely functional without damage to the internal components. All fair condition system components are meticulously inspected and listed on our website with photos in a separate category.
Colour
Traditionally, devices came in Silver, but in 2016 Apple started offering Space Grey, Gold or Rose Gold. Newer models can come in up to 7 different colours.
Tax Class
To keep our prices as competitive as possible, we sell items at the standard 20% VAT rate or under the Margin Scheme. This makes no difference to consumers. If you’re a UK VAT-registered business, there is no VAT claimable on Margin Scheme purchases.
