I would've absolutely bought the M1 iMac in a heartbeat if there was a 27" option for extra $200 or something like that, it would've been a dope machine, but a 23.5" display is a bit too small for my liking, despite the quality of the display being pretty great.
Apple for sure already had the Studio Display in mind last year. If they also released a 27" iMac with the exact same screen speakers mic and camera, plus keyboard & mouse, AND A COMPUTER INSIDE for the same price… Then people would realize how overpriced it is 🤡
@@joffrey6831 it’s what the people asked for. “Take the screen out of the 27in iMac and sell it as a monitor“ people didn’t realize the cost savings they were getting from an all in one
@@chidorirasenganz People asked for that in 2017, now it’s brand new and already outdated ! Even MacBooks have better screens 🤷♂️ The Studio Display is just an easy 5-in-1 solution for laptop users, with basic technology, no adjustable height and large bezels… Should be $1099 without the A13 chip, and a normal 1080p (lol) camera instead of the always cropped ultra wide one.
@@joffrey6831 It takes time to develop new products. Plus it wasn’t a concern until 2018-2019 during which they were working on the apple silicon transition. What 5k display can you get for 1099$? The ultrafine lg is 1300 and made of creaky plastic with worse speakers, cameras etc The Macbooks only have better contrast. They are inferior in size, resolution and brightness. The monitor needs a processor so the a13 is fine. It would be dumb to use anything older than that. Center stage is awesome and it doesn’t require you to use place your monitor in a certain angle to use your webcam. Plus the changing the framing when other people enter the frame.
@@chidorirasenganz You think Apple can’t develop a monitor while working on Apple Silicon ? At least you agree it’s 3 years too late… Because there is no other option doesn’t mean it’s a good deal 🙄 You’re right about the LG Ultrafine costing $1299… in 2019. MacBooks screens have more than higher contrast : - can be set to 1000 nits (so not at all inferior in brightness) - deep blacks with mini-leds - 120Hz - thin bezels Same pixel density, just smaller screen for obvious reason. No one care what chip is inside a monitor. Apple marketed the A13 inside like it was revolutionary 😱 Yet you can’t even use Center Stage on a Windows machine (meaning MacOS could handle it), and it doesn’t even support AirPlay !! Center Stage on a desktop computer will only be useful 1% of the time anyway, not worth being stuck with a cropped image.
Crazy as it sounds, the lack of Apple logo on the front of the M1 iMac has gotta play a part in why there hasn’t been so many sales of them. People care about the Apple brand and that blank chin just looks so odd
@Runway it’s anything but a distraction imo. It looks cool as hell and the black apple logo complements the black bezel. Speaking of distraction, that white bezel draws attention away from the screen. If they were to make the 24” iMac an M2 in space grey and black bezels, best believe I would be in the market for that (apple logo or not). Cheers!
I *did* get the 21” iMac, many years ago, maybe about a year after it first came out. I opted for the 16GB RAM, 512GB version mainly because the video editing software I planned to run recommended 16GB; it was also the first time I every used a macOS machine. I eventually replaced it because Apple stopped supporting that model with its macOS updates, replacing it with a Dell workstation that I bought on sale, which was a mistake because the chipset was frustrating when it came to WIN10 updates, and so I got the 24” M1 iMac in blue, 16GB RAM and 1TB drive. I’m really happy with it as a home workstation. I opted for this size because I find 27” was really too big for my home office. I have one of those wooden DIY home station units that came out in the 1990s back when everyone was still using CRT terminals for monitors, and the cubbyhole space allotted for a monitor was just too small for a 27” monitor size.
I have a 2019 21.5" iMac that I bought as an upgraded refurb from OWC in August 2020. With 32gb of RAM and a 2tb OWC SSD, it is simply amazing for everything I do with it. It is the perfect size for my desk, I don't need a 27" 5k display. You know one of the things I like the best about it? Its simple 3.6GHz 4-core i3 without Turbo Boost, which means I have never heard a fan without pressing my ear against the case and the thing barely feels warm even after hours of heavy use. And I can boot into Mojave so I can use old, never-upgraded/abandoned 32-bit applications when I want to. I don't edit videos for a living so rendering speed isn't a major issue for me. I am not playing the hottest new game that was released last week so the 2gb Radeon 555x doesn't bother me at all. OWC still sells these upgraded refurbs, if you just do "general computing" stuff, this thing is a great choice.
@@joshshepherd7911 Pretty much just Lord of the Rings Online, although I have played Batman: Arkham City, Total War: Empire, and a few undemanding titles such as FTL and Avernum: Escape From the Pit. The price for my exact configuration of that exact iMac is currently $1050, I paid more than that when I bought it two years ago and don't regret a penny of it.
After watching your older iMac reviews, I was convinced to get a Late 2015 iMac 21.5 4k, 3.GHz, Intel Core i5, 1TB HDD 8GB and it works perfectly fine for me. Thanks so much for your good reviews!
I'm watching your video on my three-month old M1 24-inch iMac. You're correct. It's a fantastic buy. And I did upgrade it. It has more RAM (16gb), a larger drive (1tb), and an extended keyboard with a trackpad.
I'm very happy with the M1 iMac I bought used. It took a few patient weeks (and a few missed opportunities) before I bought the one I did, one of the rarer 16GB models with the 8-core GPU and 512GB SSD for just $1350 after shipping. Beautiful machine, though it's too bad I can't see the deep blue part of it where I set it up.
I own a 21.5 inch 4k iMac with the base Core i3 chip and an SSD, and in everyday use it's not noticeably slower than my M1 MacBook Air. Plus the major bonus you didn't mention is Bootcamp. Which is why it's very likely to be replaced with a refurbished 27 inch 5k iMac rather than an Apple silicon machine.
I'd take the i9 model, just for the repair/upgrade and thanks to Opencore you'll have mac OS support right up until the last intel mac to be supported. Not to mention you've got the avenue still open for Windows/Linux too.
The M1 iMac is beautiful imo but I prefer the basic silver color vs. the rainbow color models. And I’d want it with the number pad keyboard, 16gb ram, and 1tb storage as well which bumps the price quite a bit. Personally I don’t have a need for a 27” screen; coming from 13-15” laptops the 24” screen seems huge to me!
I like the 27” iMac because of the screen size (for my old eyes). I think your next project should be to show us how to upgrade a 27” iMac with an M1 or M2 chip. Also, show us how to turn a 27” iMac into a monitor for the M1 MacMini.
i bought a floor model 27 inch 2020 iMac from Best Buy for 800. I have total tech and apple care for extra reassurance. hopefully should still have lots of life in it. It looks and feels like new and I really love it. The fact it’s upgradable and has a 27 inch screen makes me pick it over the m1.
One added benefit of the Intel chip is that it can run Windows inside Bootcamp, which is currently not possible with an M1 Mac. You can run Windows in virtualization on a M1, but for some, that just isn’t like running Windows natively.
That’s true and that’s a big reason why sometimes I choose to bring my 2016 MacBook Pro instead of my M1 Macbook Air. That being said when I’m back at my desk I have an i7-4770k desktop to compensate for my Windows needs. Windows just does screen and computer audio captures so easily while MacOS requires complicated 3rd party plugins. Oh and my decade old Windows PC still games a lot better than M1, just that it can’t keep up with productivity work.
I bought a 2020 fully loaded 27in intel model iMac, 3.6GHz 10-core 10th-generation Intel Core i9 processor, Turbo Boost up to 5.0GHz, Radeon Pro 5700 XT with 16GB of GDDR6 memory, 1TB SSD storage, 10 Gigabit Ethernet and I upgraded the ram to 128GB DDR4 and I couldn't be happier. I love the new M1 Macs, but I'm sticking with intel until it breaks! Love it.
Love the new imac everything about is totally great but the 24 inch screen is a deal breaker for me, I went 27 inch scrren back in 2017 and now 24 just feels so crammed ..apple did a huge miss by not releasing a 27 inch version and if they only give us the hugely overpriced studio display as an option guess imac won't be in my future ):
I have personally already bought an M1 iMac and not too long after it came out as I was using a late 2012 iMac and seriously needed an upgrade. And that is what I did. Love this machine (I got it in orange)
A year ago, Inspired by your modded iMac video, I picked up a base model 27" iMac for my wife and close to maxed it out. 8GB -> 64GB ram (running at full supported speed), replaced the i5 8500k with an i9 9900K (running a custom fan profile to keep it cooler and boost performance), swapped the fusion hard drive setup with a 2tb nvme for the os and apps, and a 14tb HDD for storage. Since my wife needed it for our design business (Flavor Graphics), it needed to not have any compatibility issues that early M1 platforms were having. So far, it's served her well, and it's hard to beat the price-to-performance.
I personally own the 21.5 imac they I literally got for free and for me the biggest drawback was the camera. So I upgraded it as well, with a 1080p beast 🐗 I initially tried the 2020 imac 27" camera (the one that you cannot buy 😂) but even though its sharing the same connector it has a different pinout etc. I ended up hooking up the usb-protocol camera inside, works and looks like a factory form camera but exceedes most of modern machines (not that sharp as 14" and 16" macbooks though, but it's close 😊 ) happy to share more info if you're interested 😉
I've had the M1 iMac since launch, and it was a great replacement for my Mac Air. Now I don't need a second screen, and the sound is amazing. I went for the high tier model, and I do not regret it. Spend a lot of time using my computer, so money well spent. Would highly recommend this machine!
if the M1 iMac was a 27" or larger display, I would have bought one. Especially if they offered a matching display for a 2 or 3 screen solution. Until something like this is available, I'll keep my 27" 5k iMac and 27" apple monitor. i7 and upgraded ssd makes it quick enough for everything I use it for.
When the M1 iMac first came out I was pretty meh about the next gen. Why on earth would I step down from a 27 inch 5k display to a 24 and have fewer IO ports? (And pay a bunch of money to basically downgrade to a lesser system.) Nope I went the other way. I went out and bought a faster CPU, more ram and trashed the Fusion Drive for a sexy new NVME SSD. It was so gratifying when you posted the Cinebench results comparing the i9 with the base M1 processor. In your words, "It slaps."
I bought the M1 and I would buy another one if I needed a new Mac right now. It’s a very nice computer. In fact of all the computers I’ve ever owned so far, this one is my favorite!
I'm going to add another underrated one - the M1 mini. I picked it and an M1 air up at launch and my Mini does the "heavy lifting" - with handoff, I can set up a project on my M1 Air, and then hand it off to my mini to be rendered down to soup stock. Yeah, for faster rendering you should absolutely get the 16gb ram mini variant, but if you're setting up a project and leaving it to render undisturbed, it doesn't make much of a difference.
This past Spring, I spent all of the money from my COVID check, plus some of my savings, and bought a refurbished M1 Mac Mini w/ 16 GB RAM and a 2 TB SSD from Apple direct. I paired if up with a +15-year-old monitor so now I have a FrankenMac. I had thought seriously about buying a reburbished M1 iMac instead, but if I had, I would have wanted the VESA-mount version which wasn't offered as a refurb. I have to admit, it was a close call and I still wonder what it would've been like to buy a loaded refub iMac instead. I had no idea how upgradeable the final-generation Intel iMac was. That's interesting, but if I could go back in time I would definitely stick with Apple Silicon.
I buy them! Probably too many of them. 😅 I ordered a shiny new M1 iMac at launch, and I’ve purchased four refurbished ones over the past year for various family members. We all love them! I get why people miss the 27” iMac, but I can also see why an all-in-one desktop is becoming a niche product these days, in a sea of MacBooks and iPads - especially with the new Mac Studio taking the performance crown, and the budget Mac mini positioned as the most affordable entry point into macOS. But for the vast majority of desktop computing use cases, you just can’t beat the 24” M1 iMac. It‘s laptop simplicity in a desktop form factor, and that’s what I love about it.
If they would both last 5 or more years without issues and still be supported by Apple like previous iMacs it is a very good deal. I was surprised to see that Apple is still supporting the 2015 iMac. That is a long time to have a Mac that is up to date and fast enough to do most of what you need. Great videos, keep up the good work.
I hope you can patch these machines later on just like we can now with the old Intel Macs. My 2012 Mac Mini runs Bug Sur very well and my sister's 2011 21“ iMac is on Monterey with no problems.
I’m an old school Mac guy, started on the original ‘84 128k, been with Apple my whole computing life, was an Apple Authorized tech for at least a decade (lapsed due to the ‘08 crash :( ) but I’m back in the repair biz at a local independent Mac shop… it’s good to be home :) I went with a 27” 3.2 i5 (late ‘15) just because of the upgradability, I’m planning on maxing the Ram, and hard drives (it’s a Fusion model), I have access to an i7 3.5 CPU, and maybe even a Xeon from a scrap Pro we’re parting down… I’m considering picking up another cheap host ‘tapered edge’ iMac to try some hot rodding on (Xeon swap, max the Ram and hard drive) Looking at the iFixit tear down on the M1 iMac, the thing is basically an iPad on a stand, the actual computer hardware is all in the ‘chin’, upgradability is almost nonexistent.
The M1 iMac is a great value…the “issue” is that most users are looking for laptops rather than desktops. I agree that the $200 upgrade from the base model is worth the money. Upgrading the CPU memory and storage on that 2019 21.5” iMac is also an intriguing option. An i9-9900 CPU, 16GB-32GB RAM, and for some users, larger SSD makes it a very solid option.
I upgraded to a 1TB SSD and 32GB RAM on my 21.5 4k iMac 2019 model. Finally it is now a really sweet machine. Looking forward to upgrading the CPU but I can only find 'K' CPUs at a decent price. It's my understanding that the 'K' CPUs are not recommended for the 2019 iMacs because of heat dissipation.
Core i9 is really good and fast but just watch out for coil whine. I had a 16” MPB plagued by this issue. Also because it’s kinda over clocked the fans will probably be screaming if you are doing anything cpu intensive.
The 2019 21.5" 4K iMac is it! It's taken me time (years) to decide to split up what I do with my computers (music recording/production, photo and video editing) into 2 computers. For the DAW I use (Studio One) and third party plugins, even with more workability with M1's now, music software companies tend to take much more time to adjust and conform to new cpu's and operating systems. Probably partly because musicians/recording engineers and producers also like what they like and if it works, they won't fix it or change it for decades until it just won't work anymore. If only the price of CPU's would come down a little...
IMO too many miss the older 27-inch iMac. Meaning by and large when it's time for Apple people to upgrade, they expect an upgrade that's noticeable, as in the word upgrade. Many really don't ever contemplate what's under the hood, I think all many saw and understood was a smaller display. Sure there could be real supply chain and display manufacturing issues, but still, it's what the average user sees.
For ease of use and everyday tasks I'd jam on the imac every day... but, for serious content creation I'd be drooling over the power in the Intel Mac's upgrade... yeah, I'm a long time PC guy... that really gets my interest up in these crazy days and uncertain times... an upgradable hands on machine it is.....
definitely agree with your assessment. i love the intel iMac for its upgradability but it’s still a $400-$500 iMac at the end of the day on old intel platform for about the same price, i’d go for the M1 with its bigger screen, design and other features
So you would rather pay for cellphone and mobile device architecture cpus and gpus that are currently in most iPsds, Samsung’s, and iPhones? Why not just get you a Raspberry Pi 64-bit with 8gb or one of the more powerful SBC’s and do the DIY thing until reveals their patent, which is very similar to mine, another couple of products that are already out, and one that just got upgraded and re-released. If you have Samsung mobile devices, tv’s, etc., you should be smiling from ear to ear!! You already know what Apple is about to do!! If I find any of these previously released devices, I will show you exactly why all Apple customers who paid thousands of dollars for mobile cpu arm architecture in their expansive ass machines, are going to REVOLT!! I hope they release the folding iPhone, that I have been waiting for for at least four years now, soon; then I can really show off! Especially since it should come with a worldwide required standard usb-c port!! Yay!! Everyone in the world will understand what I am talking about then!! In the meantime, let me see if I can get the machine I want and combine with one of Samsung phones or a Raspberry Pi, or similar device!! All of us waiting to buy our next phone and not a new cpu, we will truly be blessed!!
@@speedyg123.i bought a 2017 4k retina imac with a quad core i5, 1 tb storage, 8 gigs of ram, and radeon pro 555 for 90 bucks. Honestly best deal on ebay ever ngl.
Between the core i9 and M1, i would go with the i9. This way all of my legacy apps would work without waiting on apple silicon versions of the apps to be made available. When the hardware eventually is forced into obsolescence by Apple, I could install any number of Linux distros and breathe new life into the hardware.
I think the best deal is really a refurb 202 27 iMac. You can get the for good deals and can upgrade the ram to 128gb whenever you want. There are more ports, the screen is bigger and higher resolution, and performance is basically the same as the M1 chips. The newer M2 chips beat it, but those computers all cost a lot more once you add getting a bigger display etc
ok, Luke calm down. I have to admit your are absolutely right. If I needed a desktop computer I would definitely buy one of these things (or have a look at the 27" version) and send you a thank you note later for the advice. My MacBook and me are perfectly happy together.
I have the 21" 4K with a 560X and an 8500. Insane machine, love every bit of it. Honestly, even with an i5 it's super fast and the GPU is more than enough (the 560X is the exact equivalent of the M1 GPU) Love your channel from Russia 🇷🇺
Last year I bought 2 broken late 2013 27 inch iMacs to make a complete one for $200. GTX 775, i7 4771 32gb RAM, 512gb nvme, 1tb ssd upgrade for another $70. I feel like that's a good deal for under $300 all together
How was your horses there, lad - do they have one of these available for my M2 MacBook? Thanks for the tip off anyway you are so very accurate in your description of the importance of having connectivity between diverse devices! Most of mine being Pole devices, from 2022 back to 2016
Luke, man, here's a testimony of someone who bought the Intel's Mac vs someone close to me who bought the M1 Mac. The exact both models of your video. My Intel model is a BEAST! And yes, it's an Intel's i3 processor but with 3.6ghz of clock and 8gb of RAM. This other acquaintance, decided to go for the M1 model since he's a designer, edits videos and images and thought that the M1 processor would 'make up for the 8gb of RAM'. Clearly a mistake, but that's what happened. So after talking to this friend, the conclusion I got: yes, it's an 'outdated' Mac, though I really love this metal aluminum frame and the Apple logo right on front - I actually prefer this design over the newer Macs. In addition, THE PORTS! You get FOUR USB-A ports, plus two USB-C (one is Thunderbolt I think, I've never used it), a 3.5mm audio jack AND ethernet port!! And those, my friend, make A LOT of difference on the daily for me (bare in mind, it's naturally my own scenario here and his). Apart from that, I keep a lot of apps and tabs open, even using Safari it's a lot of processes for 8gb of RAM to handle, so there's that amazing 'feature' of this model you mentioned on the video: this one is upgradeable! So all I did was to swap my 8GB for 32GB. That's all I did, and this thing is the powerhouse of the house! I can only imagine what it feels like with an i9 inside! 🙌🏻 On the other hand, my friend can't seem to do much of anything with only 8gb of RAM - I still adk him why he'd buy something not appropriate for his own use, but anyways... Point is, people, you can definitely save a lot of money with an incredible machine. I tell you, I keep a lot of things open here, many tabs open (Safari and Brave), you can upgrade this desktop to make it last for long years, even if you just throw in some more memory like I did. Plus the ports, you get a whole bunch of ports to have fun with and not the scarcity that the M1 brings (if that's your case). Great vid Luke, these are indeed cheap and sick desktops that many people miss out on. Great value indeed!
I used to use noting but 21.5" iMacs because it was all I could afford. I loved them for their size and how little space they use. I got a 2020 27" for $245 on FaceBook Marketplace which is a steal so I finally have a 27".
I'm surprised there's still no M1 Pro version of the iMac. I also think people might seem more value in an iMac if Apple still allowed you to use it in a monitor only mode, that would give it lasting value.
Managed to get a steal on a 2015 27" 16GB i7-16GB for £250 :) Super happy. Normally a windows easier but MacOS is easier for WebDesign and business use. Creates a nice separation from gaming/other work from actual proper hard work lol -- Going to be slamming another 2x8GB in it soon. Popped a 1TB SSD in it and kept the 1TB Fusion drive and velcroed it to the back of the iMac to keep as a time machine drive
Just picked up a new 2021 M1 iMac for $600 used on Facebook marketplace with everything in the box, sold my 2010 27 inch to a friend for $200 to clear up the space. Just got a killer freaking deal 🤯
For my use case (Medical Imaging) I’d choose the Intel because can run Win10 in Bootcamp and many if not most medical imaging and EMR software applications run only in Windows unless they are zero footprint and run in browsers as is true for the software based on my patents - Ikonopedia.
Came to say this very thing. Dual-boot it Windows10 Pro and OS X Mojave. It's the last of an era. Easily run most of your Linux needs through OS X, and potentially your Android needs through Windows. No need to settle for the kiddy macOS and Windows 11 builds. I would probably change my tune with the next-gen lineup, for instance, Dualbooting on new platform, Apple M2 Max chip, a 30-ish inch size, or a tabletop-swivel for touchscreen.
I have a 21,5 inch 4K imac. Never knew I could upgrade that cpu. I did swap the HDD for a SSD and got it running MacOS Monterey. But now I’m thinking to rock it an i9
Laptops have gotten so powerful and portable that desktops are often not a great option for most consumers anymore. If someone wants a big monitor at home, they can buy just that - a monitor - and attach their laptop to it when they use it.
I really wish I could afford one at all. After multiple bouts with Covid-19 and pneumonia I’m finally getting ready to go back to work. I’ve had to sell everything to pay my bills but I’m blessed and back! Maybe I’ll be able to get me a new M1 or maybe the new M2 someday in about 5 years if I’m fortunate! Thank you for giving me hope and keeping me inspired bro!
I just paid equivalent of $512 USD including tax, after promotions, for a brand new M2 Mac Mini from Apple. I spent another $100, and bought a Magic Trackpad and Magic Keyboard (with numpad, no Touch ID) from Facebook marketplace for a great deal . They’re in perfect condition and I will probably make money on them if I need to sell them in the near future. And I literally found 2, fully functional 1080p Monitors in my buildings recycling area. A quick cleaning, and digging for some cables and they work great. I sold my old MacBook Air to buy the new Mini, so it literally cost me $2 out of pocket for a brand new machine. The accessories will probably end up costing me nothing. The MacBook Air I sold was in fantastic condition, and a very capable laptop, I’m sure it will serve its new owner well. Mac computers are amazing, and will last for over 10 years, no headaches, if treated well. My new mini is about 5x as powerful as my old Intel MacBook Air, and runs average 60-70 degrees C cooler, even if I push it harder! This iMac, in my opinion, is not a good a deal. I’d get a mini, an Air, or make the investment in a MacBook Pro. Macs are worth it
The DYI’r in me is suffering…at 63 my eyes are fading, macular degeneration, so I’d have to go the more pragmatic route of grabbing the M1 and watch your videos to vicariously appease my desire to upgrade. The 24” screen size would be a plus too. TY😵💫
The problem with the M1 iMac is the same as the problem with the Iphone mini; They were both released after the best deals Apple has ever given. (M1 Mac mini, Iphone SE 2nd gen.) Someone higher up is trying to convince investors that inovation is not worth it in a scummy way. (Edit spelling error.)
I bought a secondhand imac 27 with i5 3.2 processor and 16gb ram and am extremely happy at £360. Even the standard 1Tb hard drive is fast enough for my needs.
The M1 when the video was made, now I'd definitely get the M3 which is on the list for my wife to replace her 2015 27" iMac. I upgraded her 2015 with a 1TB SSD and 24GB of RAM, but it's just not getting the job done for her now. She is adamant that she doesn't want a laptop. She wants the M3 iMac (24GB/1TB) even though the screen is a bit smaller. After 56 years of marriage, I'm certainly not going to argue with her about that!
I have been waiting for an M1 … 27” or 30” iMac…. My 2018 MBP has been trouble and had to be serviced and got a bunch of parts replaced via AppleCare… but all my iMacs have been so much more reliable… and they have amazing screens! … and they run my legacy programs as well… invaluable
Good video Luke but I’d like to add a third option - 2009-2011 iMacs - yes they are older and screen isn’t 4K and the software is no longer supported by Apple BUT they are easier to upgrade, much cheaper $100-300, and Mojave or Catalina can be patched installed. I’ve got a 2011 iMac that has i7 quad core (as opposed to i3 in Luke’s example) with SSD and 16GB of ram. Runs pretty well for my modest usage. I mean for most ppl who want to browse, email, stream, office task etc, it is a good machine :)
I would've absolutely bought the M1 iMac in a heartbeat if there was a 27" option for extra $200 or something like that, it would've been a dope machine, but a 23.5" display is a bit too small for my liking, despite the quality of the display being pretty great.
Apple for sure already had the Studio Display in mind last year. If they also released a 27" iMac with the exact same screen speakers mic and camera, plus keyboard & mouse, AND A COMPUTER INSIDE for the same price… Then people would realize how overpriced it is 🤡
@@joffrey6831 it’s what the people asked for. “Take the screen out of the 27in iMac and sell it as a monitor“ people didn’t realize the cost savings they were getting from an all in one
@@chidorirasenganz People asked for that in 2017, now it’s brand new and already outdated ! Even MacBooks have better screens 🤷♂️
The Studio Display is just an easy 5-in-1 solution for laptop users, with basic technology, no adjustable height and large bezels… Should be $1099 without the A13 chip, and a normal 1080p (lol) camera instead of the always cropped ultra wide one.
@@joffrey6831 It takes time to develop new products. Plus it wasn’t a concern until 2018-2019 during which they were working on the apple silicon transition.
What 5k display can you get for 1099$? The ultrafine lg is 1300 and made of creaky plastic with worse speakers, cameras etc
The Macbooks only have better contrast. They are inferior in size, resolution and brightness.
The monitor needs a processor so the a13 is fine. It would be dumb to use anything older than that.
Center stage is awesome and it doesn’t require you to use place your monitor in a certain angle to use your webcam. Plus the changing the framing when other people enter the frame.
@@chidorirasenganz You think Apple can’t develop a monitor while working on Apple Silicon ? At least you agree it’s 3 years too late…
Because there is no other option doesn’t mean it’s a good deal 🙄 You’re right about the LG Ultrafine costing $1299… in 2019.
MacBooks screens have more than higher contrast :
- can be set to 1000 nits (so not at all inferior in brightness)
- deep blacks with mini-leds
- 120Hz
- thin bezels
Same pixel density, just smaller screen for obvious reason.
No one care what chip is inside a monitor. Apple marketed the A13 inside like it was revolutionary 😱 Yet you can’t even use Center Stage on a Windows machine (meaning MacOS could handle it), and it doesn’t even support AirPlay !!
Center Stage on a desktop computer will only be useful 1% of the time anyway, not worth being stuck with a cropped image.
Crazy as it sounds, the lack of Apple logo on the front of the M1 iMac has gotta play a part in why there hasn’t been so many sales of them. People care about the Apple brand and that blank chin just looks so odd
I thought I was the only one. Cook doesn't understand branding or style.
@Runway Okay fanboy.
@Runway An apple logo takes away from your experience? Lol
Put a sticker there
@Runway it’s anything but a distraction imo. It looks cool as hell and the black apple logo complements the black bezel. Speaking of distraction, that white bezel draws attention away from the screen. If they were to make the 24” iMac an M2 in space grey and black bezels, best believe I would be in the market for that (apple logo or not). Cheers!
The screen might be dated but the 21.5 and 27” iMac’s are such nice looking (dare I say timeless?) machines. 24” just looks like a monitor.
So True
They need to bring back the 27” iMac!
I *did* get the 21” iMac, many years ago, maybe about a year after it first came out. I opted for the 16GB RAM, 512GB version mainly because the video editing software I planned to run recommended 16GB; it was also the first time I every used a macOS machine.
I eventually replaced it because Apple stopped supporting that model with its macOS updates, replacing it with a Dell workstation that I bought on sale, which was a mistake because the chipset was frustrating when it came to WIN10 updates, and so I got the 24” M1 iMac in blue, 16GB RAM and 1TB drive. I’m really happy with it as a home workstation.
I opted for this size because I find 27” was really too big for my home office. I have one of those wooden DIY home station units that came out in the 1990s back when everyone was still using CRT terminals for monitors, and the cubbyhole space allotted for a monitor was just too small for a 27” monitor size.
I have a 2019 21.5" iMac that I bought as an upgraded refurb from OWC in August 2020. With 32gb of RAM and a 2tb OWC SSD, it is simply amazing for everything I do with it. It is the perfect size for my desk, I don't need a 27" 5k display. You know one of the things I like the best about it? Its simple 3.6GHz 4-core i3 without Turbo Boost, which means I have never heard a fan without pressing my ear against the case and the thing barely feels warm even after hours of heavy use. And I can boot into Mojave so I can use old, never-upgraded/abandoned 32-bit applications when I want to.
I don't edit videos for a living so rendering speed isn't a major issue for me. I am not playing the hottest new game that was released last week so the 2gb Radeon 555x doesn't bother me at all. OWC still sells these upgraded refurbs, if you just do "general computing" stuff, this thing is a great choice.
What games do I play and how much did u pay if U don’t mind me asking
@@joshshepherd7911 Pretty much just Lord of the Rings Online, although I have played Batman: Arkham City, Total War: Empire, and a few undemanding titles such as FTL and Avernum: Escape From the Pit. The price for my exact configuration of that exact iMac is currently $1050, I paid more than that when I bought it two years ago and don't regret a penny of it.
After watching your older iMac reviews, I was convinced to get a Late 2015 iMac 21.5 4k, 3.GHz, Intel Core i5, 1TB HDD 8GB and it works perfectly fine for me. Thanks so much for your good reviews!
You need SSD drive for your 2015 iMac
@@loc5706 why? Does they use hdd?
I'm watching your video on my three-month old M1 24-inch iMac. You're correct. It's a fantastic buy. And I did upgrade it. It has more RAM (16gb), a larger drive (1tb), and an extended keyboard with a trackpad.
I'm very happy with the M1 iMac I bought used. It took a few patient weeks (and a few missed opportunities) before I bought the one I did, one of the rarer 16GB models with the 8-core GPU and 512GB SSD for just $1350 after shipping. Beautiful machine, though it's too bad I can't see the deep blue part of it where I set it up.
I just got an m1 16gb for 850!
Luke gives really solid, realistic and helpful advice on Tech.
I own a 21.5 inch 4k iMac with the base Core i3 chip and an SSD, and in everyday use it's not noticeably slower than my M1 MacBook Air. Plus the major bonus you didn't mention is Bootcamp. Which is why it's very likely to be replaced with a refurbished 27 inch 5k iMac rather than an Apple silicon machine.
He sure did
I'd take the i9 model, just for the repair/upgrade and thanks to Opencore you'll have mac OS support right up until the last intel mac to be supported. Not to mention you've got the avenue still open for Windows/Linux too.
Thats my plans.
The M1 iMac is beautiful imo but I prefer the basic silver color vs. the rainbow color models. And I’d want it with the number pad keyboard, 16gb ram, and 1tb storage as well which bumps the price quite a bit. Personally I don’t have a need for a 27” screen; coming from 13-15” laptops the 24” screen seems huge to me!
Same, I love minimalism and the timeless design of aluminum or black and white.
I like the 27” iMac because of the screen size (for my old eyes). I think your next project should be to show us how to upgrade a 27” iMac with an M1 or M2 chip. Also, show us how to turn a 27” iMac into a monitor for the M1 MacMini.
Yes, yes, yes!
I bought a 2017 fully loaded iMac for $500 bucks recently. It was a great buy and I am glad I have it as my machine now. (:
FOR ONLY 1,000$!!!!!! OMG ..... i have 2$ in my bank account....
Shit, I got 75¢ 💀 😭
i bought a floor model 27 inch 2020 iMac from Best Buy for 800. I have total tech and apple care for extra reassurance. hopefully should still have lots of life in it. It looks and feels like new and I really love it. The fact it’s upgradable and has a 27 inch screen makes me pick it over the m1.
One added benefit of the Intel chip is that it can run Windows inside Bootcamp, which is currently not possible with an M1 Mac. You can run Windows in virtualization on a M1, but for some, that just isn’t like running Windows natively.
That’s true and that’s a big reason why sometimes I choose to bring my 2016 MacBook Pro instead of my M1 Macbook Air. That being said when I’m back at my desk I have an i7-4770k desktop to compensate for my Windows needs. Windows just does screen and computer audio captures so easily while MacOS requires complicated 3rd party plugins. Oh and my decade old Windows PC still games a lot better than M1, just that it can’t keep up with productivity work.
I bought a 2020 fully loaded 27in intel model iMac, 3.6GHz 10-core 10th-generation Intel Core i9 processor, Turbo Boost up to 5.0GHz, Radeon Pro 5700 XT with 16GB of GDDR6 memory, 1TB SSD storage, 10 Gigabit Ethernet and I upgraded the ram to 128GB DDR4 and I couldn't be happier. I love the new M1 Macs, but I'm sticking with intel until it breaks! Love it.
Love the new imac everything about is totally great but the 24 inch screen is a deal breaker for me, I went 27 inch scrren back in 2017 and now 24 just feels so crammed ..apple did a huge miss by not releasing a 27 inch version and if they only give us the hugely overpriced studio display as an option guess imac won't be in my future ):
Yeah 3 inches apparently matters alot to many people. My ex included. She said once you experience bigger it’s hard to go back 🥲
I have personally already bought an M1 iMac and not too long after it came out as I was using a late 2012 iMac and seriously needed an upgrade. And that is what I did. Love this machine (I got it in orange)
I personally do not like the new design. If they made it in silver aluminum with the apple logo and the black bezel, count me in then.
My wife isn't a computer person, but I got her an M1 iMac and she loves it!
The 24" iMac is just perfect for me.... I don't usually do a lot of heavy stuff but when I do, the M1 chip is just good enough...
A year ago, Inspired by your modded iMac video, I picked up a base model 27" iMac for my wife and close to maxed it out. 8GB -> 64GB ram (running at full supported speed), replaced the i5 8500k with an i9 9900K (running a custom fan profile to keep it cooler and boost performance), swapped the fusion hard drive setup with a 2tb nvme for the os and apps, and a 14tb HDD for storage. Since my wife needed it for our design business (Flavor Graphics), it needed to not have any compatibility issues that early M1 platforms were having. So far, it's served her well, and it's hard to beat the price-to-performance.
Love to see the video of that update!
What year iMac can upgrade from 8500 to 9900?
@@colinshum5216 2019 iMac
I personally own the 21.5 imac they I literally got for free and for me the biggest drawback was the camera. So I upgraded it as well, with a 1080p beast 🐗 I initially tried the 2020 imac 27" camera (the one that you cannot buy 😂) but even though its sharing the same connector it has a different pinout etc. I ended up hooking up the usb-protocol camera inside, works and looks like a factory form camera but exceedes most of modern machines (not that sharp as 14" and 16" macbooks though, but it's close 😊 ) happy to share more info if you're interested 😉
I've had the M1 iMac since launch, and it was a great replacement for my Mac Air. Now I don't need a second screen, and the sound is amazing. I went for the high tier model, and I do not regret it. Spend a lot of time using my computer, so money well spent. Would highly recommend this machine!
if the M1 iMac was a 27" or larger display, I would have bought one. Especially if they offered a matching display for a 2 or 3 screen solution. Until something like this is available, I'll keep my 27" 5k iMac and 27" apple monitor. i7 and upgraded ssd makes it quick enough for everything I use it for.
When the M1 iMac first came out I was pretty meh about the next gen. Why on earth would I step down from a 27 inch 5k display to a 24 and have fewer IO ports? (And pay a bunch of money to basically downgrade to a lesser system.) Nope I went the other way. I went out and bought a faster CPU, more ram and trashed the Fusion Drive for a sexy new NVME SSD. It was so gratifying when you posted the Cinebench results comparing the i9 with the base M1 processor. In your words, "It slaps."
I bought the M1 and I would buy another one if I needed a new Mac right now. It’s a very nice computer. In fact of all the computers I’ve ever owned so far, this one is my favorite!
I use a 21.5" iMac from 2012, and I paid $75 for it. Love it, and I have done quite a few upgrades to it. My favourite computer ever.
Does it still work fine ? Someone wants to sell me their 2017 21' imac for €150
@@Overthinker93i bought a 4k 21.5 2017 imac for 90 bucks lamo but that is a good deal
I'm going to add another underrated one - the M1 mini. I picked it and an M1 air up at launch and my Mini does the "heavy lifting" - with handoff, I can set up a project on my M1 Air, and then hand it off to my mini to be rendered down to soup stock. Yeah, for faster rendering you should absolutely get the 16gb ram mini variant, but if you're setting up a project and leaving it to render undisturbed, it doesn't make much of a difference.
I am legally blind & really need my 27” screen. I do like your content. 👍🏼
This past Spring, I spent all of the money from my COVID check, plus some of my savings, and bought a refurbished M1 Mac Mini w/ 16 GB RAM and a 2 TB SSD from Apple direct. I paired if up with a +15-year-old monitor so now I have a FrankenMac. I had thought seriously about buying a reburbished M1 iMac instead, but if I had, I would have wanted the VESA-mount version which wasn't offered as a refurb. I have to admit, it was a close call and I still wonder what it would've been like to buy a loaded refub iMac instead. I had no idea how upgradeable the final-generation Intel iMac was. That's interesting, but if I could go back in time I would definitely stick with Apple Silicon.
I really wish they made a 27 inch imac but at least they made a way to make the imac 24 look super cheap lol
Still using my 2014
27 inch 5K iMac
Put a 2 TB hard drive in it runs big sir very fast. Great graphics. No need to upgrade. Does everything I want
I buy them! Probably too many of them. 😅
I ordered a shiny new M1 iMac at launch, and I’ve purchased four refurbished ones over the past year for various family members. We all love them!
I get why people miss the 27” iMac, but I can also see why an all-in-one desktop is becoming a niche product these days, in a sea of MacBooks and iPads - especially with the new Mac Studio taking the performance crown, and the budget Mac mini positioned as the most affordable entry point into macOS.
But for the vast majority of desktop computing use cases, you just can’t beat the 24” M1 iMac. It‘s laptop simplicity in a desktop form factor, and that’s what I love about it.
If they would both last 5 or more years without issues and still be supported by Apple like previous iMacs it is a very good deal. I was surprised to see that Apple is still supporting the 2015 iMac. That is a long time to have a Mac that is up to date and fast enough to do most of what you need. Great videos, keep up the good work.
I hope you can patch these machines later on just like we can now with the old Intel Macs. My 2012 Mac Mini runs Bug Sur very well and my sister's 2011 21“ iMac is on Monterey with no problems.
Apple just unsupported the 2015 iMac. No Ventura or beyond for it.
womp womp womp womp
@@Pennerman I think my Mac was 2008 model it ran so shity before I recycled it.
@@Pennerman i have a 2012 how can i get Monterey on there?
I’m an old school Mac guy, started on the original ‘84 128k, been with Apple my whole computing life, was an Apple Authorized tech for at least a decade (lapsed due to the ‘08 crash :( ) but I’m back in the repair biz at a local independent Mac shop… it’s good to be home :)
I went with a 27” 3.2 i5 (late ‘15) just because of the upgradability, I’m planning on maxing the Ram, and hard drives (it’s a Fusion model), I have access to an i7 3.5 CPU, and maybe even a Xeon from a scrap Pro we’re parting down… I’m considering picking up another cheap host ‘tapered edge’ iMac to try some hot rodding on (Xeon swap, max the Ram and hard drive)
Looking at the iFixit tear down on the M1 iMac, the thing is basically an iPad on a stand, the actual computer hardware is all in the ‘chin’, upgradability is almost nonexistent.
A PC user here. I don't like iMacs or any other Apple products but its nice to see your enthusiasm.
Just paid $799 for mine. I have your exact model. I use it strictly for grad school but it surfs the net just fine which is all I need.
I remember “standing out in the crowd” with my iPhone back in 2008 😆
The M1 iMac is a great value…the “issue” is that most users are looking for laptops rather than desktops. I agree that the $200 upgrade from the base model is worth the money.
Upgrading the CPU memory and storage on that 2019 21.5” iMac is also an intriguing option. An i9-9900 CPU, 16GB-32GB RAM, and for some users, larger SSD makes it a very solid option.
I upgraded to a 1TB SSD and 32GB RAM on my 21.5 4k iMac 2019 model. Finally it is now a really sweet machine. Looking forward to upgrading the CPU but I can only find 'K' CPUs at a decent price. It's my understanding that the 'K' CPUs are not recommended for the 2019 iMacs because of heat dissipation.
@@jpreza If you haven’t looked already, check eBay.
Core i9 is really good and fast but just watch out for coil whine. I had a 16” MPB plagued by this issue. Also because it’s kinda over clocked the fans will probably be screaming if you are doing anything cpu intensive.
Exactly
The 2019 21.5" 4K iMac is it! It's taken me time (years) to decide to split up what I do with my computers (music recording/production, photo and video editing) into 2 computers. For the DAW I use (Studio One) and third party plugins, even with more workability with M1's now, music software companies tend to take much more time to adjust and conform to new cpu's and operating systems. Probably partly because musicians/recording engineers and producers also like what they like and if it works, they won't fix it or change it for decades until it just won't work anymore. If only the price of CPU's would come down a little...
Dude, the way you are holding the screen, totally makes me flinch 😅
I enjoy watching your videos.
IMO too many miss the older 27-inch iMac. Meaning by and large when it's time for Apple people to upgrade, they expect an upgrade that's noticeable, as in the word upgrade. Many really don't ever contemplate what's under the hood, I think all many saw and understood was a smaller display. Sure there could be real supply chain and display manufacturing issues, but still, it's what the average user sees.
if they offered it in space grey, I'd buy. The funky colors are a no-no to my room.
I have an orange M1 iMac and I love it. Honestly the best computer I've had from apple in years.
For ease of use and everyday tasks I'd jam on the imac every day... but, for serious content creation I'd be drooling over the power in the Intel Mac's upgrade... yeah, I'm a long time PC guy... that really gets my interest up in these crazy days and uncertain times... an upgradable hands on machine it is.....
definitely agree with your assessment.
i love the intel iMac for its upgradability but it’s still a $400-$500 iMac at the end of the day on old intel platform
for about the same price, i’d go for the M1 with its bigger screen, design and other features
In Russia it's still anywhere from 700 to 1200 USD depending on the condition
brooooo
So you would rather pay for cellphone and mobile device architecture cpus and gpus that are currently in most iPsds, Samsung’s, and iPhones? Why not just get you a Raspberry Pi 64-bit with 8gb or one of the more powerful SBC’s and do the DIY thing until reveals their patent, which is very similar to mine, another couple of products that are already out, and one that just got upgraded and re-released. If you have Samsung mobile devices, tv’s, etc., you should be smiling from ear to ear!! You already know what Apple is about to do!! If I find any of these previously released devices, I will show you exactly why all Apple customers who paid thousands of dollars for mobile cpu arm architecture in their expansive ass machines, are going to REVOLT!! I hope they release the folding iPhone, that I have been waiting for for at least four years now, soon; then I can really show off! Especially since it should come with a worldwide required standard usb-c port!! Yay!! Everyone in the world will understand what I am talking about then!! In the meantime, let me see if I can get the machine I want and combine with one of Samsung phones or a Raspberry Pi, or similar device!! All of us waiting to buy our next phone and not a new cpu, we will truly be blessed!!
@@DirtyMoney1971 i remember when I was 15 and I thought I knew everything too
@@speedyg123.i bought a 2017 4k retina imac with a quad core i5, 1 tb storage, 8 gigs of ram, and radeon pro 555 for 90 bucks. Honestly best deal on ebay ever ngl.
I would buy the old one. For me, 21.5 inch display is OK and would look nice to have one on my desk.
Between the core i9 and M1, i would go with the i9. This way all of my legacy apps would work without waiting on apple silicon versions of the apps to be made available.
When the hardware eventually is forced into obsolescence by Apple, I could install any number of Linux distros and breathe new life into the hardware.
I have a soft spot for that monster 21”. If I was in the market, that’s what I’d go for.
I think the best deal is really a refurb 202 27 iMac. You can get the for good deals and can upgrade the ram to 128gb whenever you want. There are more ports, the screen is bigger and higher resolution, and performance is basically the same as the M1 chips. The newer M2 chips beat it, but those computers all cost a lot more once you add getting a bigger display etc
ok, Luke calm down. I have to admit your are absolutely right. If I needed a desktop computer I would definitely buy one of these things (or have a look at the 27" version) and send you a thank you note later for the advice. My MacBook and me are perfectly happy together.
I have the 21" 4K with a 560X and an 8500. Insane machine, love every bit of it.
Honestly, even with an i5 it's super fast and the GPU is more than enough (the 560X is the exact equivalent of the M1 GPU)
Love your channel from Russia 🇷🇺
Those M1 24" Macs are fantastic and I bought 2 of them.
Last year I bought 2 broken late 2013 27 inch iMacs to make a complete one for $200. GTX 775, i7 4771 32gb RAM, 512gb nvme, 1tb ssd upgrade for another $70. I feel like that's a good deal for under $300 all together
How was your horses there, lad - do they have one of these available for my M2 MacBook? Thanks for the tip off anyway you are so very accurate in your description of the importance of having connectivity between diverse devices! Most of mine being Pole devices, from 2022 back to 2016
Luke, man, here's a testimony of someone who bought the Intel's Mac vs someone close to me who bought the M1 Mac. The exact both models of your video.
My Intel model is a BEAST! And yes, it's an Intel's i3 processor but with 3.6ghz of clock and 8gb of RAM. This other acquaintance, decided to go for the M1 model since he's a designer, edits videos and images and thought that the M1 processor would 'make up for the 8gb of RAM'. Clearly a mistake, but that's what happened.
So after talking to this friend, the conclusion I got: yes, it's an 'outdated' Mac, though I really love this metal aluminum frame and the Apple logo right on front - I actually prefer this design over the newer Macs. In addition, THE PORTS! You get FOUR USB-A ports, plus two USB-C (one is Thunderbolt I think, I've never used it), a 3.5mm audio jack AND ethernet port!! And those, my friend, make A LOT of difference on the daily for me (bare in mind, it's naturally my own scenario here and his).
Apart from that, I keep a lot of apps and tabs open, even using Safari it's a lot of processes for 8gb of RAM to handle, so there's that amazing 'feature' of this model you mentioned on the video: this one is upgradeable! So all I did was to swap my 8GB for 32GB. That's all I did, and this thing is the powerhouse of the house! I can only imagine what it feels like with an i9 inside! 🙌🏻
On the other hand, my friend can't seem to do much of anything with only 8gb of RAM - I still adk him why he'd buy something not appropriate for his own use, but anyways...
Point is, people, you can definitely save a lot of money with an incredible machine. I tell you, I keep a lot of things open here, many tabs open (Safari and Brave), you can upgrade this desktop to make it last for long years, even if you just throw in some more memory like I did. Plus the ports, you get a whole bunch of ports to have fun with and not the scarcity that the M1 brings (if that's your case).
Great vid Luke, these are indeed cheap and sick desktops that many people miss out on. Great value indeed!
I ve ordered my new imac with 10 core gpu 24 gb ram and 1 tb ssd
I want to keep it for years is very iconic love it
I used to use noting but 21.5" iMacs because it was all I could afford. I loved them for their size and how little space they use. I got a 2020 27" for $245 on FaceBook Marketplace which is a steal so I finally have a 27".
I'm surprised there's still no M1 Pro version of the iMac. I also think people might seem more value in an iMac if Apple still allowed you to use it in a monitor only mode, that would give it lasting value.
Managed to get a steal on a 2015 27" 16GB i7-16GB for £250 :) Super happy. Normally a windows easier but MacOS is easier for WebDesign and business use. Creates a nice separation from gaming/other work from actual proper hard work lol -- Going to be slamming another 2x8GB in it soon. Popped a 1TB SSD in it and kept the 1TB Fusion drive and velcroed it to the back of the iMac to keep as a time machine drive
i think a got an even more of a steal. 2015 4k retina imac with a core i5 for 90 bucks lamo
I'd get the "27 iMac and replace the CPU/RAM/Storage over the M1 any day!!! Great video!
Just picked up a new 2021 M1 iMac for $600 used on Facebook marketplace with everything in the box, sold my 2010 27 inch to a friend for $200 to clear up the space. Just got a killer freaking deal 🤯
I'll pick the M1 iMac all day
The M1 iMac now costs nearly 1800$ USD in Europe. Yikes 💀
One year later second-hand prices for M1 iMacs haven't dropped any further. I bought at the right time!
A nice looking computer is just a bonus. Function is FAR more important feature than form will ever be.
For my use case (Medical Imaging) I’d choose the Intel because can run Win10 in Bootcamp and many if not most medical imaging and EMR software applications run only in Windows unless they are zero footprint and run in browsers as is true for the software based on my patents - Ikonopedia.
I like the Bootcamp-ability of the Intel machines. Really wish they would release a bigger iMac when the M2 drops.
Came to say this very thing.
Dual-boot it Windows10 Pro and OS X Mojave. It's the last of an era.
Easily run most of your Linux needs through OS X, and potentially your Android needs through Windows. No need to settle for the kiddy macOS and Windows 11 builds.
I would probably change my tune with the next-gen lineup, for instance, Dualbooting on new platform, Apple M2 Max chip, a 30-ish inch size, or a tabletop-swivel for touchscreen.
@GeorgeJones who cares it ran windows better than an actual Microsoft machine!
I love the design of the iMac! Especially the green and blue one
Just got a kinda maxed out 21.5 iMac from late 2013, for 99$ lol - can't wait!
If Apple had brought out the 24" iMac with a 27/31" screen with the exact same specs, I would have snapped it up. Screen is way too small for me
I have a 21,5 inch 4K imac. Never knew I could upgrade that cpu. I did swap the HDD for a SSD and got it running MacOS Monterey. But now I’m thinking to rock it an i9
I bought the midrange M1 refurbished for $1600CAD. I call it my magic box. It's the most beautiful object ever created.
Laptops have gotten so powerful and portable that desktops are often not a great option for most consumers anymore.
If someone wants a big monitor at home, they can buy just that - a monitor - and attach their laptop to it when they use it.
Yup
But Desktops are Cheaper
I literally just seen one of these in my hometown for $800 used! If I didn’t have a baby on the way I would’ve bought that quickly!
This is a Macnificent video, Luke ❤️😂😂
I really wish I could afford one at all. After multiple bouts with Covid-19 and pneumonia I’m finally getting ready to go back to work. I’ve had to sell everything to pay my bills but I’m blessed and back! Maybe I’ll be able to get me a new M1 or maybe the new M2 someday in about 5 years if I’m fortunate! Thank you for giving me hope and keeping me inspired bro!
M1 iMac design is really a thing… you cannot beat the beauty of the earlier models
Imagine a 21” imac running Monterey . It’s my mac!!!
I just paid equivalent of $512 USD including tax, after promotions, for a brand new M2 Mac Mini from Apple.
I spent another $100, and bought a Magic Trackpad and Magic Keyboard (with numpad, no Touch ID) from Facebook marketplace for a great deal . They’re in perfect condition and I will probably make money on them if I need to sell them in the near future. And I literally found 2, fully functional 1080p Monitors in my buildings recycling area. A quick cleaning, and digging for some cables and they work great.
I sold my old MacBook Air to buy the new Mini, so it literally cost me $2 out of pocket for a brand new machine. The accessories will probably end up costing me nothing. The MacBook Air I sold was in fantastic condition, and a very capable laptop, I’m sure it will serve its new owner well.
Mac computers are amazing, and will last for over 10 years, no headaches, if treated well. My new mini is about 5x as powerful as my old Intel MacBook Air, and runs average 60-70 degrees C cooler, even if I push it harder!
This iMac, in my opinion, is not a good a deal.
I’d get a mini, an Air, or make the investment in a MacBook Pro. Macs are worth it
Thanks for always being my go to for all things mac. You rock!
I love my 24’’ Green iMac !
I had the old 21.5’’ and the 24’’ beat it on all the ways!!!!
Definitely the M1 iMac - at least I don't have to deal with the fan noise.
I personally dont like the new design of the M1 iMac, i would just buy an m1 mac mini refurbished for a lot cheaper and a monitor of my choice
I wish it didn’t have white bezels and a chin smh
Look how stunning that green one is, more tech should look like that
I'm watching this video right now with my 2012 mbp 13 in non retina after just updating to Monterey 12.4
The DYI’r in me is suffering…at 63 my eyes are fading, macular degeneration, so I’d have to go the more pragmatic route of grabbing the M1 and watch your videos to vicariously appease my desire to upgrade.
The 24” screen size would be a plus too. TY😵💫
I got the 2019, 27"(barely used) from a lady, about a year ago and I use it more than the M1!
The problem with the M1 iMac is the same as the problem with the Iphone mini; They were both released after the best deals Apple has ever given. (M1 Mac mini, Iphone SE 2nd gen.) Someone higher up is trying to convince investors that inovation is not worth it in a scummy way. (Edit spelling error.)
I bought a secondhand imac 27 with i5 3.2 processor and 16gb ram and am extremely happy at £360. Even the standard 1Tb hard drive is fast enough for my needs.
The M1 when the video was made, now I'd definitely get the M3 which is on the list for my wife to replace her 2015 27" iMac. I upgraded her 2015 with a 1TB SSD and 24GB of RAM, but it's just not getting the job done for her now. She is adamant that she doesn't want a laptop. She wants the M3 iMac (24GB/1TB) even though the screen is a bit smaller. After 56 years of marriage, I'm certainly not going to argue with her about that!
I agree the 24inch iMac is amazing using it to watch your video instead of a lot other devices at my finger tips
I have been waiting for an M1 … 27” or 30” iMac…. My 2018 MBP has been trouble and had to be serviced and got a bunch of parts replaced via AppleCare… but all my iMacs have been so much more reliable… and they have amazing screens! … and they run my legacy programs as well… invaluable
Good video Luke but I’d like to add a third option - 2009-2011 iMacs - yes they are older and screen isn’t 4K and the software is no longer supported by Apple BUT they are easier to upgrade, much cheaper $100-300, and Mojave or Catalina can be patched installed. I’ve got a 2011 iMac that has i7 quad core (as opposed to i3 in Luke’s example) with SSD and 16GB of ram. Runs pretty well for my modest usage. I mean for most ppl who want to browse, email, stream, office task etc, it is a good machine :)
Ive got a mid 2010 iMac with an i7, 16gb ram and 1tb storage running Monterey ( patched). Abit slow on startup but once in it runs fine.
Dude, these machines are so good. I still use a 2007 though, no need to upgrade 💀