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What is the M1 chip in the iMac 24" and what does it do?

The M1 chip is Apple's first system on a chip for Mac. It integrates the processor, graphics, memory, and more onto a single chip, making the iMac more compact and efficient. It provides a significant boost in performance and allows for advanced features like improved image processing for the FaceTime HD camera.

What is special about the iMac's 4.5K Retina display?

The iMac's 24-inch 4.5K Retina display showcases over a billion colors with P3 wide color gamut, ensuring vivid and true-to-life images. It also features True Tone technology, which automatically adjusts the color temperature of your display to match the ambient light of your environment for a more natural viewing experience.

What are the benefits of the six-speaker sound system on the iMac?

The six-speaker sound system on the iMac delivers rich, room-filling audio. It features force-cancelling woofers for deep bass without unwanted vibrations and high-performance tweeters for balanced sound. The system also supports spatial audio when playing video with Dolby Atmos, providing a theater-like audio experience.

What is the advantage of having Touch ID on the Magic Keyboard?

Touch ID on the Magic Keyboard provides a secure and convenient way to unlock your iMac, authorize Apple Pay transactions, and download apps with just a finger touch. It enhances the security and ease of use of your iMac.

How does the iMac contribute to environmental sustainability?

The iMac is designed with sustainability in mind. Its packaging uses wood fiber from responsibly managed forests, and it incorporates recycled rare earth elements. Apple is also committed to transitioning its manufacturing supply chain to 100% renewable electricity by 2030, reflecting a dedication to the planet's well-being.

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Reviews about this item

Review Summary

2023-11-09T10:24:32

Rated 5 out of 5

Very good item

Very good item

Johanna M.

2022-12-13T10:51:53

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect

Just as described! Love my new iMac. It is sleek and lightweight and super fast!

MOLLY D.

2022-12-06T12:48:02

Rated 5 out of 5

Best way to get a new Mac

My new iMac has been great. It?s my first Apple Silicon machine, and everything has gone smoothly. Adorama offered the best price I could find, and had it drop-shipped quickly. No complaints!

IAN S.

2022-09-16T08:32:51

Rated 5 out of 5

Nice computer, my second iMac

Arrived quickly. Easy to set up.

Cris C.

2022-09-13T09:23:24

Rated 5 out of 5

Fast

I bought iMac 24" with Retina 4.5K Display, M1 Chip with 8-Core CPU in replacement for my 6 year old iMac 21.5". The new one is incredibly fast, - all I wanted. Love it.

Boris K.

2022-08-22T09:01:44

Rated 5 out of 5

1st new mac in almost 6 years

Love how it works been using macs since 2005 so it was easy to set up. Operates a little different than my power mac but the extra security makes it a winner!

MATTHEW S.

2022-07-21T08:31:07

Rated 4 out of 5

Good Computer

It is fine, I should have spent a little more and gotten a bigger SSD.

PATRICK S.

2022-07-06T08:12:22

Rated 5 out of 5

So far so good!

Enjoying this iMac so far ? I?m stepping down from a 27? and the screen size adjustment wasn?t as tough as I thought it would be. It?s been fast enough for my needs so far (image culling & editing in PS & Lightroom), and while the 1TB hard drive is a bit of a limitation, I?ve found that working off an external drive has been working pretty well. 16GB of RAM with an M1 chip seems to be pretty fast; enough for me, at least. Pleased with the purchase.

SARAH B.

2022-06-25T09:47:45

Rated 5 out of 5

iMac 24" 2021

Clean, neat, well packaged, easy to set up!

Elaine F.

2022-06-24T08:24:33

Rated 5 out of 5

Purchase flawless

Excellent service. Shipped as promised

STEVE H.

2022-06-23T10:35:08

Rated 4 out of 5

Great computer, great company!

It was great to buy this product from Adorama because I would have had to wait a long time to get it locally. Adorama sent it quickly, in less than a week. I really like this computer except for the lack of connectivity since there are no USB ports and I have to use adapters for things like my external hard drives, printers, etc. So I had to purchase adapters. Otherwise, I would recommend both the computer and Adorama.

CHARMIEN C.

2022-05-09T05:50:25

Rated 5 out of 5

Very happy with the purchase

My adobe suite finally works without freezing. Great, fast computer. I?d recommend to anyone!

ZYGMUNT B.

2022-05-04T08:11:17

Rated 1 out of 5

worst

its been 3 weeks.... and its still not here

Antonius E.

2022-03-25T08:57:22

Rated 4 out of 5

The base model does not come with an ethernet port

This is a great machine with one exception. If you buy a base model and you need ethernet make sure you upgrade the power supply. Otherwise, the computer does NOT come with an ethernet port.

Josh S.

2022-03-03T13:04:22

Rated 5 out of 5

iMac 24"

a great product...loving the new m1 chip and the high res retina screen and adorama was real easy to order, save me some bucks and fast delivery... thanks!|

LEONARD M.

2022-03-02T13:43:56

Rated 5 out of 5

Apple iMac 24"

Apple iMac 24" with Retina 4.5K Display, M1 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU, 16GB Memory, 512GB SSD, Gigabit Ethernet, Magic Keyboard with Touch ID, Silver, Mid 2021 Absolutely wonderful, amazing product, I love using it. It came updated to Mac Os Monterey 12.2.1 (I did not want to have to update from Big Sur!) I had issues with an old 2011 iMac - glad to be up-to-date!

NICOLE H.

2022-02-24T13:08:38

Rated 4 out of 5

New, But?.

I am very pleased with my new iMac 24, so far it has been nice experience. Not having the right click tools on my mouse is quite annoying, maybe it is something I will figure out later. I?ve had this Mac for one week now, can?t wait to see how it cooks in comparison to my old Mac.

JAMES S.

2022-02-08T07:42:06

Rated 4 out of 5

Good

A replacement for my very aged iMac. Noticeably faster. However, be aware that this version uses Thunderbolt and usb3 ports. You will certainly need a usb C to A hub to use your earlier peripherals - your time machine drive, drawing tablet, printers etc.

ROBERT H.

2022-02-02T07:12:41

Rated 5 out of 5

Love it

awesome super fast

CHRISTOPHER V.

2022-01-30T13:03:20

Rated 5 out of 5

An Excellent machine and an amazing display

We love this machine! We purchased it for video editing and it has not disappointed.

Josh S.

2022-01-30T08:24:45

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome Mac

Excellent computer love the graphics still in learning mode

COREY L.

2022-01-05T09:53:10

Rated 5 out of 5

My new iMac!

I 100% recommend this product. It had more than enough memory for electronic medical records and documentation for my practice. This iMac is stunning in appearance. As per usual with Apple devices, my iPad/iPhone/MacBook/AirPods/Apple Watch all work cohesively with this iMac. Communication between devices is fluid. Have had the system running non-stop for almost a month and haven?t had to charge the keyboard or mouse yet. Super fast function, setup that my 6 year old could have done. Just a terrific machine. I have zero complaints!

HOLLY H.

2022-01-02T19:18:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Service!

I recommend buying from Adorama! When everyone else was out of stock, this place had what I needed. Shipping was fast?no damage! Everything was carefully packed to ensure safe arrival.

BAILEY D.

2022-01-02T07:24:01

Rated 5 out of 5

5 out of 5

Amazing piece of equipment!

ALIBEK I.

2021-12-27T08:03:28

Rated 5 out of 5

excellent

excellent excellent

ANTON K.

2021-12-27T08:02:56

Rated 5 out of 5

excellent

excellent desktop

ANTON K.

2021-12-27T08:01:55

Rated 5 out of 5

excellent

excellent excellent

ANTON K.

2021-12-20T05:39:27

Rated 5 out of 5

A Great Experience!

It was an early Christmas gift! The packaging is unbelievable! We plugged it in, migrated data, and started to work! It is a pleasure to use this machine!

MELISSA V.

2021-12-15T13:11:38

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent.

This replaced a 2015 iMac. Delivery was sooner than initially estimated. Set-up was a simple. The performance bump was immediately noticeable even though both old and new were running the same OS, apps etc. Even during online activity, rendering is quicker. We FaceTime regularly. The image and audio was raved about by the others in the session. This iMac is an easy recommendation, representing a superior product for the money.

S W.

2021-12-05T09:07:41

Rated 5 out of 5

Great!

Great so far!

MEGAN R.

Apple iMac Mid 2021 Specifications

OS
  • Operating System

    macOS

Performance

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  • Memory Type

    Embedded DRAM

  • Total Installed Memory

    16 GB

  • Memory Configuration

    16 GB (Onboard)

  • Maximum Memory

    16 GB

  • Graphics Type

    Integrated

  • GPU

    Apple (8Core)

Display

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  • Panel Type

    IPS-Type LCD

  • Screen Size

    23.5" Diagonal

  • Aspect Ratio

    16:9

  • Resolution

    4480 x 2520

  • Touchscreen

    No

  • Finish

    Glossy with Anti-Reflective Coating

  • Maximum Brightness

    500 cd/sq. m

  • Color Gamut

    100% DCI-P3

Storage and Expansion

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  • Total Installed Capacity

    256 GB

  • Solid State Storage

    1x 256 GB Proprietary Apple NVMe

  • Optical Drive

    None

  • USB Type-C Ports

    2x Thunderbolt 3 / USB4
    2x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2

  • Audio

    1x 1/8" (3.5mm) Headphone/Microphone Input/Output

  • Built-In Speakers

    6

  • Built-In Microphones

    3

  • Media/Memory Card Slot

    None

Communications

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  • Ethernet

    1x RJ45 (Gigabit)

  • Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)

  • Bluetooth

    5.0

  • NFC

    None

  • Webcam

    User-Facing: 1080p

Keyboard & Mouse

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  • Keyboard

    Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad

  • Pointing Device

    Wireless Mouse

General

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  • Color

    Yellow

  • Model Year

    Mid 2021

  • Power Supply

    143 W

  • AC Input Power

    100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz

  • Operating Temperature

    50 to 95 Degree F (10 to 35 Degree C)

  • Operating Humidity

    5 to 90%

  • Dimensions

    21.5 x 18.1 x 5.8" (546.1 x 459.7 x 147.3mm)

  • Weight

    9.88 lbs (4.48kg)

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About Apple iMac Mid 2021

Experience the pinnacle of computing elegance with the iMac 24" featuring a Retina 4.5K display, powered by the revolutionary M1 chip. This mid-2021 model is a marvel of design and technology, boasting an ultra-slim 11.5 mm profile and a featherlight build under 10 pounds. The M1 chip's system on a chip architecture redefines what's possible, integrating the processor, graphics, memory, and more onto one efficient chip. This innovation allows for a remarkably compact design that's more versatile than ever, fitting seamlessly into a variety of spaces.

The iMac's 24-inch 4.5K Retina display is a visual feast, showcasing over a billion colors with P3 wide color gamut, ensuring vivid and true-to-life images. With a luminance of 500 nits, every detail pops with clarity, while the industry-leading anti-reflective coating and True Tone technology provide a comfortable and accurate viewing experience, adapting to your environment's ambient light.

Elevate your video calls with the 1080p FaceTime HD camera, the finest ever in a Mac. It features double the resolution for superior video quality, a larger sensor for better low-light performance, and the M1's advanced image signal processor (ISP) to enhance image quality. The ISP and Neural Engine work together to perform over a trillion operations per second, resulting in advanced noise reduction, improved dynamic range, and intelligent exposure and white balance adjustments.

The studio-quality three-mic array ensures your voice is heard with crystal-clear quality, minimizing feedback and background noise. Beamforming technology focuses the mics on your voice, delivering a natural conversation experience.

Immerse yourself in sound with the six-speaker system that fills any room with rich audio. Force-cancelling woofers provide deep bass without unwanted vibrations, and each woofer is paired with a high-performance tweeter. This sound system supports spatial audio for a theater-like experience, especially when paired with the iMac's 4.5K display and Dolby Atmos content.

Powered by the M1 chip and macOS Big Sur, the iMac delivers unmatched performance and capability. Experience instant wake from sleep, lightning-fast app launches, and a smooth, responsive system. With significant improvements in CPU and GPU performance compared to previous models, tasks like code compilation and photo editing are faster and more efficient. The iMac operates quietly and stays cool, even under heavy workloads.

With the M1 chip, Safari reaches peak performance, allowing for a seamless browsing experience with multiple tabs. Creative professionals can breeze through edits in Adobe Lightroom and handle large-scale images with ease. The iMac is also capable of machine learning tasks, such as transforming photos into vector layers with applications like Vectornator.

The iMac offers an expansive app ecosystem, with the ability to run many iPhone and iPad apps directly on your desktop. The Mac App Store makes it easy to find and download a wide array of applications for all your needs.

Enhance your productivity with seamless integration between iMac and iPhone. Receive calls and texts on your iMac, share content effortlessly with AirDrop, and copy-paste across devices with Universal Clipboard. Discover the many ways your Apple devices work together to streamline your digital life.

The iMac comes with a color-matched Magic Keyboard, featuring keys for Spotlight, Dictation, Do Not Disturb, and emoji. For the first time, Touch ID is available on the iMac, offering a secure and convenient way to unlock your computer, authorize Apple Pay transactions, and download apps with a simple touch.

Committed to environmental responsibility, the iMac is designed with sustainability in mind. Its packaging uses wood fiber from responsibly managed forests, and it incorporates recycled rare earth elements. Apple's goal is to transition to 100% renewable electricity for its manufacturing supply chain by 2030, reflecting a dedication to the planet's well-being.

Apple iMac Mid 2021 Features

  • 256GB storage
  • 16GB unified memory
  • 24" 4.5K Retina display
  • Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports
  • Two USB 3 ports
  • Gigabit Ethernet
  • Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months.

Product Documents

User Manual

Key Features

  • 256GB storage
  • 16GB unified memory
  • 24" 4.5K Retina display
  • Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports
  • Two USB 3 ports
  • Gigabit Ethernet

What's in the box:

  • Apple iMac 24" with Retina 4.5K Display (Yellow)
  • Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad
  • Magic Mouse
  • 143W Power Adapter
  • Power Cord (2m)
  • USB-C to Lightning Cable
  • AppleCare
  • Apple 1 Year Limited Warranty