About this Apple iMac
Apple unveiled this iMac model on August 4, 2020. It was released along with the other iMac 27-Inch 2020 models. It is a CTO variant of the iMac 27-Inch “Core i7” 3.8 (5K, 2020). The significant difference this model has is its graphics processor. This iMac model can be equipped with Radeon Pro 5700 graphics processor (8 GB GDDR6 VRAM) or a Radeon Pro 5700 XT graphics processor (16 GB GDDR6 VRAM).
The processor of this model is a 3.8 GHz 64-bit Intel Core i7 processor with 8 independent processor cores which makes this significantly faster than its 2019 iMac predecessors. It features 16 GB of shared L3 cache memory. It has 8 GB of easy-to-upgrade RAM with 4 RAM slots. The default internal storage space of this model is 512 GB onboard SSD. A T2 security chip is present in this model to make it more secure.
It has a widescreen 27-Inch LED-backlit 5K Retina display that boosts the color saturation of your images and videos. Additionally, this model supports True Tone technology which is not available in previous iMac models. It features a studio-quality three-mic array to record your clear recordings with a high signal-to-noise ratio and directional beamforming. It also has a 1080p FaceTime HD webcam to record quality videos.
A stereo speaker system is also installed in this iMac. It has a wide range of connectivity options, including 4 USB 3.0 ports, 2 Thunderbolt 3 ports (for wired connections), and Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0 (for wireless connectivity). These 2020 27-Inch iMac models come with the Apple Magic Keyboard and the multi-touch Magic Mouse 2. This model uses an aluminum case design which is a tapered-edge model.
This model supports the current version of macOS and originally came with the macOS 10.15.6. The RAM is also upgradeable to up to 128 GB. The standard storage could be configured to higher capacities, including 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB, or 8 TB SSD. The VRAM can either be 8 GB GDDR6 or 16 GB GDDR6 with varying graphics processors. This model’s mouse and keyboard are also upgradeable.
3.8 GHz Core i7 (I7-10700K)
8 GB
512 GB SSD
N/A
Storage & Memory
This iMac 27-Inch model features an 8 GB of 2666 MHz DDR4 SD RAM that is upgradeable to 128 GB. It has a shared level 3 cache memory of 16 MB. It has 512 GB SSD standard storage capacity.
Screen Size and Resolution
The screen size of this iMac model is 27-Inch. It is a LED-backlit TFT active matrix Retina 5K display with True Tone technology to provide a better viewing experience. The display resolution is 5120 x 2880. It has 500 nits brightness. The aspect ratio is 16:9. The display of this iMac can be upgraded with Nano texture for an additional cost.
OS & Processor
Apple introduced Core i7 (I7-10700K) 3.8 GHz Comet Lake processor in this iMac. It is a 64-bit 14 nm chip with 8 independent cores. There are two options available for its GPU. One is a Radeon Pro 5700 graphics processor with 8 GB (GDDR6) video memory. The second is Radeon Pro 5700 XT graphics processor with 16 GB (GDDR6) video memory.
You will find this iMac model with a pre-installed macOS of version X 10.15.6 (19G2005). This iMac also supports the current version of macOS Ventura except for the minor Live Captions in FaceTime, Emoji Dictation, and Reference Mode with Sidecar features.
Inclusive Features
- Intel 10th Generation Core i7 Comet Lake processor
- Two options are available for the GPU configuration (Radeon Pro 5700/5700 XT)
- Turbo Boost support
- Built-in Retina 5K 27-Inch display
- True Tone compatibility
- The high native resolution of 5120 x 2880
- Wide color DCI-P3 gamut
- Display integration with Nano Texture glass
- Upgradeable RAM with a total of 4 RAM slots
- Shared L3 cache of 16 MB
- Upgradeable storage
- Security chip T2
- 1080p FaceTime HD webcam
- Upgradeable keyboard and mouse
- 4 USB 3.0 ports and dual Thunderbolt 3 ports (USB-C)
- Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11ac Wi-Fi (backward compatible), and Bluetooth 5.0
- Tapered Edge design
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Introduced: August 4, 2020 |
Discontinued: March 8, 2022 |
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Screen Size and Resolution |
Memory |
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Screen Size |
27″ 16:9 Widescreen |
Level 1 Cache |
32k/32k x8 |
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Resolution |
5120×2880 |
Level 2/Level 3 Cache |
256k x8, 16 MB |
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Processor |
RAM Type |
PC4-21300 DDR4 |
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Processors |
1 (8 Cores) |
Min. RAM Speed |
2666 MHz |
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Architecture |
64-Bit |
Standard RAM |
8 GB |
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Speed |
3.8 GHz |
Maximum RAM |
128 GB |
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Type |
Core i7 (I7-10700K) |
RAM Slots |
4 |
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Processor Upgrade |
LGA 1200 |
Motherboard RAM |
None |
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FPU |
Integrated |
Graphics |
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System Bus Speed |
8 GT/s |
Video Card |
Radeon Pro 5700/5700 XT |
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Cache Bus Speed |
3.3 GHz (Built-in) |
VRAM Type |
Dedicated |
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ROM/Firmware |
EFI |
Standard VRAM |
8 GB, 16 GB |
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EFI Architecture |
64-Bit |
Maximum VRAM |
16 GB |
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Storage |
Ports |
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Standard Storage |
512 GB SSD |
Standard Optical Drive |
None |
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Storage Speed |
N/A |
Standard Ethernet |
10/100/1000Base-T |
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Storage Dimensions |
Soldered |
Standard Modem |
None |
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Storage Interface |
Soldered |
Standard Air Port |
802.11ac |
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Battery |
Standard Bluetooth |
5.0 |
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Type |
N/A |
USB Port 3.0 |
4 (3.0) |
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Battery Life |
N/A |
Thunderbolt Ports |
2 |
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Description |
Keyboard |
Magic Keyboard |
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Case Type |
All-in-One |
Inclusive Input |
Magic Mouse 2 |
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Form Factor |
27″ iMac Tapered Edge |
S-Video Output |
None |
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Apple Order No |
BTO/CTO |
Microphone |
1 (Built-in) |
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Apple Subfamily |
Retina 5K, 27-Inch, 2020 |
Headphone |
NA |
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Apple Model Number |
A2115 (EMC 3442) |
Sound Out |
NA |
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Model ID |
iMac20,2
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Power Adapter |
NA |
