About this Apple iMac
Apple introduced this iMac model on August 4, 2020. This specific model is a CTO version of the iMac 27-Inch “Core i5” 3.3 (5K, 2020) (MXWU2LL/A) or iMac “Core i7” 3.8 (5K, 2020) (MXWV2LL/A). However, it is listed as a separate model for users’ convenience. This iMac model is similar to the other variants of the iMac 27-Inch 2020 model but features a faster processor.
The processor of this iMac is a 14 nm 64-bit 3.6 GHz Intel Core i9 chip with 10 cores which is significantly faster than its 2019 iMac predecessors. It features a shared 20 MB L3 cache. It has 8 GB DDR4 RAM. The default storage space of this model is 512 GB SSD. This model can be equipped with two variants of the graphics processor. It can be either a Radeon Pro 5300 graphics processor (4 GB video memory) or a Radeon Pro 5500 XT graphics processor (8 GB video memory). A security chip T2 is also installed in this model.
The display size of this iMac model is 27-Inch, a 5K Retina display with 5120 x 2880 display resolution. Unlike its previous versions, this model also supports True Tone technology. The display of this model can also support the Nano Texture surface to reduce glares and adjust coloring. Additional features include a 1080p FaceTime HD webcam, studio-quality three-mic array, and stereo speakers.
Connectivity for this device includes 4 USB 3.0 ports and 2 Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports. It also supports Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11ac Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology. This model comes with an Apple Magic Keyboard and the multi-touch Magic Mouse 2. This iMac model weighs around 8.92 kg. The dimensions are 51.6 cm in height, 65.0 cm in width, and 20.3 cm in depth. This model supports the current version of macOS and originally came with the macOS 10.15.6.
3.6 GHz Core i9 (I9-10910)
8 GB
512 GB SSD
N/A
Storage & Memory
The RAM of this iMac model is upgradeable. However, it has the default 8 GB of 2666 MHz DDR4 SDRAM. It has a standard storage capacity of 512 GB SSD.
Screen Size and Resolution
The 27-Inch display of this iMac is a 5K Retina display that supports LED-backlit and IPS technology. Moreover, this model features True Tone to adjust brightness and color on your screen. It delivers a 5120 x 2880 native resolution and 500 nits brightness. Nano Texture can be added for an additional cost.
OS & Processor
The pre-installed operating system of this iMac is macOS X 10.15.6 (19G2005) and is fully compatible with MacOS Ventura with the exception of the minor Live Captions in FaceTime, Emoji Dictation, and Reference Mode with Sidecar features.
This model is powered by a 10-core 3.6 GHz Intel Core i9 Comet Lake processor (I9-10910). The higher number of cores allows parallel processing to achieve high performance. Each core has a shared L3 cache of 20 MB. The GPU for this model can be a Radeon Pro 5300 graphics processor with the 4 GB of GDDR6 VRAM or a Radeon Pro 5500 XT graphics processor featuring 8 GB of GDDR6 VRAM.
This model also supports Turbo Boost to reach the processing speed of 5.0 GHz
Inclusive Features:
- High-end Comet Lake Core i9 processor
- 10 independent cores
- Turbo Boost speed of 5.0 GHz
- Up to 8 GB of video memory
- Standard 8 GB DDR4 SDRAM (upgradeable)
- 512 SSD storage (upgradeable)
- T2 security chip
- Retina 5K 27-Inch display
- High native resolution of 5120 x 2880
- True Tone and Nano Texture compatibility
- FaceTime HD webcam
- Upgradeable keyboard and mouse
- Various connectivity options
- Pre-installed macOS
- Tampered edge model
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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 x6 |
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Resolution |
5120×2880 |
Level 2/Level 3 Cache |
256k x6, 20 MB |
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Processor |
RAM Type |
PC4-21300 DDR4 |
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Processors |
1 (10 Cores) |
Min. RAM Speed |
2666 MHz |
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Architecture |
64-Bit |
Standard RAM |
8 GB |
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Speed |
3.6 GHz |
Maximum RAM |
128 GB |
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Type |
Core i9 (I9-10910) |
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 5300 |
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Cache Bus Speed |
3.6 GHz (Built-in) |
VRAM Type |
Dedicated |
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ROM/Firmware |
EFI |
Standard VRAM |
4 GB, 8 GB |
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EFI Architecture |
64-Bit |
Maximum VRAM |
4 GB, 8 GB |
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Storage |
Inclusive Features and 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 |
iMac20,1
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Power Adapter |
NA |
