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Title: Compare the previous iMac 2020 with the newer M1 iMac 2021
Post by: HCK on April 30, 2021, 04:05:20 pm
Compare the previous iMac 2020 with the newer M1 iMac 2021

All the CPUs

24-inch iMac (2021)



From $1,299 at Apple

Pros


New lightning-fast M1 processor
Ultra-slim and sleek
Comes in pretty colors (Even the accessories!)
Better photo/video quality
Six speakers, including two subwoofers


Cons


Fewer add-ons and options available
Many programs may not yet support M1 processing speeds


The all-new iMac doesn't just look really snazzy in all those colorways; it's also packing the new M1 processor that Apple claims can improve CPU performance by up to 85%.





All the upgrades

27-inch iMac (2020)



From $1,799 at AppleFrom $1,685 at Amazon

Pros


Lots of options and add-ons available
More flexibility and hardware upgrades
5K display
Has more ports, including USB-A and SD cards
Supports two additional screens/monitors


Cons


Processor is a bit slower
Only available in the same old silver
Design is starting to look dated
Won't work with Magic Keyboard with Touch ID


Although the decade-old design is starting to feel a bit dated, the...

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