Copy that code and search it on Apple’s support site to see the specific release window. 🔢 Check via Serial Number

Go to the Check Coverage page and enter your serial number to see the official model name and year. 💡 Why Knowing the Year Matters Identifying the year helps you determine:

The easiest way to identify your MacBook's model year is through the Apple menu. () in the top-left corner. Select "About This Mac" from the dropdown menu.

If you still have the original packaging, the serial number is on the barcode label.