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2020 Apple iMac with Retina 4K Display (21.5-inch, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage) 2020 Apple iMac with Retina 4K Display (21.5-inch, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage) 2020 Apple iMac with Retina 4K Display (21.5-inch, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage) 2020 Apple iMac with Retina 4K Display (21.5-inch, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage) 2020 Apple iMac with Retina 4K Display (21.5-inch, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage)

2020 Apple iMac with Retina 4K Display (21.5-inch, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage)

2020 Apple iMac with Retina 4K Display (21.5-inch, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage) 2020 Apple iMac with Retina 4K Display (21.5-inch, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage) 2020 Apple iMac with Retina 4K Display (21.5-inch, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage) 2020 Apple iMac with Retina 4K Display (21.5-inch, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage) 2020 Apple iMac with Retina 4K Display (21.5-inch, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage)
$ 999.99

Score By Feature

Based on 493 ratings
Value for money
7.98
Tech Support
8.18
Easy to use
8.11

OveReview Final Score

How Our Score Is Calculated

Product Description

The monitor (diagonal) measures 5 inches big and has a resolution of 4096 by 2304
A quad-core Intel Core i3 processor with a 6GHz speed
The AMD Radeon Pro 555X is a graphics card
Storage on SSDs that is ultrafast
A Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) port and a USB Type-C port

Questions & Answers

What do you think about Photoshop CS6 running ?

According to my understanding, despite the fact that Adobe products up to CS6 are 64bit, some of the software components still run on 32bit computers. Apple's Mojave operating system Catalina (version 10) is the last version that supports 32 bit. CS6 will not run on Windows 15) and later, which are strictly 64bit. It is likely that this particular machine (MHK23LL/A) was originally shipped with Mojave installed, so you should be able to install Mojave directly and stick with it if you need to run older Adobe or MS software.

Is there any difference between 8th generation and 9th generation?

It's a major

How comfortable is it to buy from Amazon and get support from Apple?

As far as I understand, all warranties are the same no matter where one purchases the product, whether it is from Amazon, Best Buy, Sam's Club,

The Mac you are holding was manufactured in what year?

There's a 2020 date on it

Selected User Reviews For 2020 Apple iMac with Retina 4K Display (21.5-inch, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage)

There is a limited amount of storage available
3/5

Since I was a child, I have been devoted to the Mac platform. I bought this model because I felt it was time to replace my old iMac from 2009, not realizing that there was a limit of 256 GB to the built-in storage. The idea of selling a limited amount of storage in 2020 is unthinkable. It wasn't possible to move all of the old data from the old computer to the new one, so I had to return it and shop for a better one. Before you make a purchase, make sure you know what you are getting.

Jayla Huynh
Jayla Huynh
| Feb 18, 2021
It would have been better to get the newer 27" model for an additional $400
4/5

As a replacement for a 2009 iMac that had gone blank without warning, I bought this. I think the picture quality and the overall speed are considerably better than the previous version from 2009, but it lacks the wireless keyboard, the CD/DVD drive, and the 1 TB hard drive. I hope it will last for at least another 11 years, as my previous.

Gia Hubbard
Gia Hubbard
| Jun 27, 2021
It is beautiful, but it is The download of products from Microsoft or things such as Calendar Creator was difficult
4/5

As there is no obvious telephone help, make sure your favorite nerd is right by your side. Otherwise, you may have to wait until the pandemic is over and your children will be able to.

Nathanael Wood
Nathanael Wood
| May 16, 2021
The software is not compatible with Office 2011 or Adobe CS6
3/5

Intel 21 is a nice little computer. A 5" iMac will not touch a touch screen, it is just a big wannabe tablet. My iPad is the tablet I'll buy if I want a tablet. The system comes preinstalled with Mac OS It cannot be downgraded to Mojave.
If you need to use your older 32-bit version The problem with bit apps is that you won't be able to install them. It was the last macOS to support legacy apps with Mojave. It's time for Microsoft Office 2011 to go away. Ignore Adobe Creative Suite 6 apps and consider the following- I am 64 despite my age I hope so. Get rid of your old apps that you've used and loved for so long. You have now got to go purchase a subscription! There are too many concessions that Catalina is forcing you to make. Can you take a break from the tiny rechargable "Magic" keyboard? Wow, what are you thinking? Magic is everywhere. There's something in my I have 256-br For an iMac with Retina display, how much storage would you recommend? There are GB of non-refundable items An user-friendly interface Is it possible to upgrade the RAM? Yes, you can upgrade it, but it takes a lot of time and effort - everything has to be removed. *When you get to the logic board, (the last hurdle*) you flip it over and install the RAM on its 2-pins There are several different types of slot cages. See your skin crawl when you watch the YouTube tutorials on memory upgrades. It's basically taped to the system, so before you do all this, you have to cut the adhesive holding the Retina display to the system. Macbook Pros (2005-2012) and MacBook Airs of 2008-2009 My graphic design and DTP work resulted in 2015)*. Although my 2006 Mac Pro still runs like a champ, it no longer supports browsers.

I would say that Leopard through High Sierra was Apple's technological peak. There was a peak to Apple, and now it's all downhill for the company. You are wise. An iPad Pro and Apple Pencil is a much better buy for the money.

Martha O’BRIEN
Martha O’BRIEN
| Mar 21, 2021
Working on a computer I enjoy is an absolute pleasure
5/5

My first point is that I have not owned a desktop computer since I purchased my first Navy Blue desktop computer in 1984 During the late 90s and early 2000s, I owned just one iMac. As of now, I have only owned Mac laptops like the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro. Given that I am fortunate enough to be able to work entirely from home, I wanted something that would perform like a Formula 1 car as well as be beautiful and easy to use It can't be matched by anything else. The version 21 comes fully loaded with all of the features. An LCD monitor measuring 5 inches wide. As I have said, I had to pass on the 27 inch because it was simply too big. The 4k ultra HD Retina display did It is astonishing to me how fast and how good it looks on this screen since I work for a tech company that sometimes needs very high rendering rates. As an added bonus, sitting on my desk it simply looks wonderful. It is impossible for me to give a higher recommendation to this iMac. The iMac has been my favorite since it was first unveiled, and I still recall Steve Jobs' first Keynote announcing it to the world, and 20 years later, the iMac is one of the best-looking and best-performing desktop computers on the market today.

Ana Kerr
Ana Kerr
| Jun 26, 2021
A new iMac for 2019 You should be careful when buying
4/5

I regret to inform you that, even though this listing says the release date of this iMac is August 2020, it was released in the year When you receive it, you can verify the authenticity of the message (very simple). The discounted price is therefore explained by this. It is obviously a brand new iMac and not a refurbished or "renewed" model, but if you are looking for the newest model, it might be better to remain on a refurbished machine. You should visit the Apple store if you want a date iMac.

Memphis Sloan
Memphis Sloan
| Sep 04, 2020
This is a great product from Apple
4/5

You do not realize there is a problem until it occurs! It is lovely to look at the crisp, sharp images on the big screen. You can't go wrong with this after using a 13-inch screen. It is fast, delightful, and such an upgrade. You might think that seeing your high school college grades is bad, but it's worse Is the end product really not as beautiful as it was promised to be? With great excitement, I unpacked it and immediately began working on it. After opening my first Zoom meeting, I was surprised to see myself and my background in a deep red or pink color! The rest of the room was in natural lighting, but I shone like a traffic signal! As soon as I returned from the meeting, I tried using the camera in the Photo Booth, but there was It appears the problem has been fixed after searching all apple help channels, and following all instructions. I could not get any of them to work! Seeing similar complaints, I was under the impression that Apple must have already updated the OS to resolve the problem. The image on the screen is still that super annoying red/ pink one! I've updated Big Sur, checked Zoom's updates, and it's still happening. In order to set up the earliest appointment for the genius, which will be one week from today, I had to schedule an appointment online, collect this huge screen and wait online, and hopefully receive help, which will include everything I tried until they say "oops, product defect". My impression is that Apple should be different, a little more careful and thoughtful! There is no way I can make up for this!.

Eliezer Gaines
Eliezer Gaines
| Jun 07, 2021
That's a very nice This computer is much easier to migrate from our old one to this one due to the screen quality
4/5

The quality usually is not so good on Apple products, but I do wish they weren't so expensive.

Journee Gutierrez
Journee Gutierrez
| Dec 23, 2020

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