The M3-based 24-inch iMac with 8 GB RAM & 512 GB SSD is a striking all-in-one desktop that marries style with serious performance. It’s an excellent fit for students, professionals, creatives, and anyone seeking a capable, out‑of‑the‑box Mac desktop. If your workflows are graphic-intensive or you want extra ports, consider upgrading RAM or choosing the four-port variant.
Chip & Performance
- Powered by Apple’s 3 nm M3 chip: features an 8‑core CPU (4 performance + 4 efficiency cores), up to a 10‑core GPU (for four‑port models), and a 16‑core Neural Engine
- Offers up to 2× faster CPU and up to 50 % faster GPU compared to the M1‑based iMac
- Dynamic caching, mesh shading, and hardware‑accelerated ray tracing enhance graphics performance
Memory & Storage
- Configured with 8 GB unified RAM and a 512 GB SSD, with upgrade options available (up to 24 GB RAM, 1–2 TB SSD)
Display & Design
- Stunning 24‑inch 4.5 K Retina display (4480 × 2520), 218 ppi, 500 nits brightness, wide P3 color gamut, and True Tone
- Shares the sleek, ultra‑thin all‑in‑one aluminum design from the previous generation, available in vibrant colors including blue, green, pink, silver, and more
Connectivity & Ports
- Four‑port version includes 2 Thunderbolt/USB‑C ports and 2 USB‑A (USB 3), plus 3.5 mm headphone jack. The two‑port variant omits the extra USB‑A and Ethernet
- Supports Wi‑Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 for faster wireless connectivity
Camera, Audio & Extras
- 1080p FaceTime HD camera powered by an enhanced image signal processor.
- Delivers rich sound via high‑fidelity stereo speakers with spatial audio, along with studio‑quality three‑mic array
- Includes a Magic Keyboard (optional Touch ID) and Magic Mouse or Trackpad—color‑matched and charge via Lightning.