Name: iMac 24" M4 8C/8C, 16 GB 256 GB
SKU: 42396
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iMac 24″ M4 8C/8C, 16 GB 256 GB

SKU: 42396

Slim and stylish design
The iMac 24 (M4) is a beautiful, slim all-in-one desktop computer that fits in any environment. Its 4.5K Retina display showcases rich colors and details, offering a P3 wide color gamut and up to 500 nits of brightness.Powerful performance with the M4 chip
The new M4 chip and its faster CPU make everyday tasks even smoother, while the hardware-accelerated GPU provides realistic graphics and smooth 4K video processing. The M4 is up to 1.7x faster than the M1 chip in complex creative workflows.Advanced camera, microphones, and speakers
The 12MP Center Stage camera keeps you in the frame even when you move. Six speakers provide spatial audio, supporting Dolby Atmos, and studio-quality microphones ensure crystal-clear sound for calls and video meetings.Apple Intelligence and privacy
The Apple Intelligence system offers smart tools, like natural language search and image editing, while safeguarding your privacy as all data is processed directly on the device or in Apple’s private cloud.Device connectivity and external expansion
Two Thunderbolt 4 ports and support for a 6K external display make the iMac a truly multifunctional workstation. Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 ensure fast and stable connections.Environmentally friendly and sustainable design
The iMac is made from 100% recycled aluminum and includes recycled gold, tin, and copper, reducing its environmental footprint.

This configuration is the entry-level model of the 24-inch iMac, refreshed in October 2024 with Apple’s M4 chip and optimized for Apple Intelligence.

Category	Details
Chip	Apple M4 with: – 8-core CPU (4 performance cores up to 4.4 GHz + 4 efficiency cores) – 8-core GPU with hardware-accelerated ray tracing – 16-core Neural Engine – Media engine for H.264, HEVC, ProRes, ProRes RAW, and AV1 decode
Memory	16GB unified LPDDR5X memory (configurable up to 32GB at purchase; not user-upgradable)
Storage	256GB SSD (configurable up to 2TB at purchase; not user-upgradable)
Display	24-inch 4.5K Retina (4480 x 2520 resolution at 218 ppi), 500 nits brightness, P3 wide color, True Tone; nano-texture glass option (+$200) for reduced glare
Camera & Audio	12MP Center Stage camera (with Desk View); three-mic array; six-speaker system with Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos support
Connectivity	– Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) – Bluetooth 5.3 – 2x Thunderbolt 4 / USB 4 ports (40Gb/s) – Gigabit Ethernet (not included; configurable) – 3.5mm headphone jack Supports up to two external 6K displays at 60Hz or one 8K at 60Hz
Size & Weight	21.5 x 19.7 x 7.25 inches (with stand; 546 x 500 x 184 mm); 9.75 lbs (4.42 kg) – available in seven colors: silver, blue, green, yellow, orange, pink, purple (all with color-matched accessories)
Power & Cooling	150W power supply; efficient fanless design (though base model uses a quiet fan)
Software	Ships with macOS Sequoia (upgradable to latest; full Apple Intelligence support including enhanced Siri, Writing Tools, Image Playground, and iPhone Mirroring)

CPU/GPU: Up to 2.1x faster than the M1 iMac in creative workflows like 4K video export in Final Cut Pro; excels in multitasking and light gaming with ray tracing. Benchmarks show it completing HandBrake video encodes in under 5 minutes, outpacing M3 models and most Intel-based all-in-ones.
Apple Intelligence: On-device AI runs smoothly thanks to the Neural Engine, enabling features like natural language photo search without cloud dependency.