About this iMac
This iMac was launched officially by Apple on April 20, 2021. It is among the first iMac series to have an M1 chip as its CPU. This 2021 iMac model is a high-performing device with an excellent display making it an ideal iMac for professionals. It is powered by Apple’s powerful 64-bit 5 nm M1 processor featuring 8 cores (4 Performance cores and 4 efficiency cores) which makes it significantly faster than the 2020 iMac models.
The internal architect also includes an 8-core GPU with a 16-core Neural Engine to further increase its productivity. It has onboard 8 GB RAM along with standard 256 GB SSD storage to store and access your data quickly. This iMac uses a thin aluminum case with flat edges. The available colors for this model include blue, green, pink, yellow, orange, and purple. A silver color variant is also available for this model.
Its display size is 23.5-inch. It is a 4.5K Retina display that is LED-backlit and True Tone compatible. All this is balanced on a slim, svelte aluminum stand. A 1080p FaceTime HD webcam is installed on the top of the display for better-quality video calls.
It also features a studio-quality three-mic array for crystal-clear sound recording and voice calls. A high-fidelity six-speaker system is also integrated into this model that supports Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos to give you a more immersive listening experience.
This iMac model is accompanied by a default wireless Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and a wireless Magic Mouse with multi-touch surface support. This model features a bundle of ports, including 2 Thunderbolt ports (USB 4 ports), 2 USB 3 ports (with USB-C connector), and a 3.5 mm headphone jack. Other connectivity includes Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5.0 standard.
This model’s RAM and internal storage space are upgradeable only at the time of purchase. The RAM can be upgraded to 16 GB, and the storage can be upgraded up to 2 TB SSD. The macOS is fully compatible with the latest macOS and originally came with macOS 11.3. The keyboard and mouse are also upgradeable (Magic Keyboard with Touch ID, Numeric Keypad, and Magic Trackpad).
3.2 GHz Apple M1
8 GB
256, 512 GB SSD
N/A
Storage & Memory
This model features 8 GB of unified RAM by default. The default storage space for this model is 256 GB SSD.
Screen Size and Resolution
The 24-Inch display of this model is a widescreen LED-backlit TFT active matrix 4.5K Retina display that provides 4480 x 2520 native resolution at 218 ppi. It also supports True Tone, 1 billion colors, and P3 wide color. It delivers 500 nits brightness for typical content.
OS & Processor
This iMac model is sold with a pre-installed macOS 11.3 (20E232).
This model is fueled by Apple’s latest M1 processor (SoC). It has 8 total cores divided into 4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores. The clock speed of this processor is 3.2 GHz. This model has an 8-core graphics processor to support its visual needs effectively. It also has a 16-core Neural Engine.
Upgradability
This model’s RAM and internal storage space are upgradeable only at the time of purchase. The RAM can be upgraded to 16 GB, and the storage can be upgraded up to 2 TB SSD. The macOS is fully compatible with macOS BigSur, macOS Monterey, and macOS Ventura. The keyboard and mouse are also upgradeable (Magic Keyboard with Touch ID, Numeric Keypad, and Magic Trackpad).
Inclusive Features
- M1 processor with 8 cores (4 performance and 4 efficiency cores)
- Integrated graphics processor with 8 cores
- Upgradeable RAM and SSD storage
- Neural Engine with 16-cores
- Excellent and visually appealing 24-Inch Retina 4.5K display with tons of features
- 4480 x 2520 pixel resolution
- 500 nits brightness
- True Tone support
- FaceTime HD webcam
- Touch ID
- Shipped with Apple keyboard and mouse
- Available in six two-tone colors (blue, green, pink, yellow, orange, and purple) and classic silver color as well
- Thunderbolt and USB ports
- Pre-installed macOS 11.3 (20E232)
| Introduced: April 20, 2021 | Discontinued: N/A | ||
| Screen Size and Resolution | Memory | ||
| Screen Size | 23.5″ Widescreen | Level 1 Cache | 192k+128k, 128k+64k x4 |
| Resolution | 4480×2520 | Level 2/Level 3 Cache | 12 MB, 4 MB x4 |
| Processor | RAM Type | Unified | |
| Processors | 1 (8 Cores) | Min. RAM Speed | N/A |
| Architecture | 64-Bit | Standard RAM | 8 GB |
| Speed | 3.2 GHz | Maximum RAM | 16 GB |
| Type | Apple M1 | RAM Slots | None |
| Processor Upgrade | Soldered | Motherboard RAM | 8 GB |
| FPU | Integrated | Graphics | |
| System Bus Speed | N/A | Video Card | 8-Core |
| Cache Bus Speed | N/A | VRAM Type | Integrated |
| ROM/Firmware | Proprietary | Standard VRAM | Integrated |
| EFI Architecture | 64-Bit | Maximum VRAM | Integrated |
| Storage | Inclusive Features and Ports | ||
| Standard Storage | 256, 512 GB SSD | Standard Optical Drive | None |
| Storage Speed | N/A | Standard Ethernet | 10/100/1000Base-T |
| Storage Dimensions | Soldered | Standard Modem | None |
| Storage Interface | Soldered | Standard Air Port | 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) |
| Battery | Standard Bluetooth | 5.0 | |
| Type | N/A | USB Port 3.0 | 4 |
| Battery Life | N/A | Thunderbolt Ports | 2 |
| Description | Keyboard | Magic Keyboard (Touch ID | |
| Case Type | All-in-One | Inclusive Input | Magic Mouse |
| Form Factor | 24″ iMac M1 | S-Video Output | None |
| Apple Order No | MGPK3LL/A | Microphone | NA |
| Apple Subfamily | iMac (24″, M1 2021) | Headphone | 3.5 mm |
| Apple Model Number | A2438 (EMC 3663) | Sound Out | NA |
| Model ID | iMac21,1
| Power Adapter | NA |
