Apple’s refreshed M4 24-inch iMac sports a fast chip, but that isn’t the only reason to upgrade. Here’s how the hot new model compares to the year-old M3 iMac that it replaces.
Apple’s refreshed M4 24-inch iMac sports a fast chip, but that isn’t the only reason to upgrade. Here’s how the hot new model compares to the year-old M3 iMac that it replaces.
Apple’s launch of the new M4 iMac comes months after the chip first debuted in the 2024 iPad Pro. It also arrived in same week that the M4 Mac mini and M4 MacBook Pro were unveiled.
This refreshed M4 iMac replaces the M3 iMac that went on sale in October 2023. With a familiar design, it’s fair to say that all the biggest changes are on the inside.
M4 24-inch iMac vs M3 24-inch iMac – SpecificationsM4 24-inch iMac vs M3 24-inch iMac – Design, weight, size
Apple’s refreshed M4 iMac is exactly the same size as the outgoing model, albeit a machine that is lighter by just 0.08 pounds. That’s 9.79 pounds for the M4 iMac vs the 9.87 pounds of the M3 iMac.
With that in mind, it’s no surprise that the two iMacs look identical on the outside.
While the two iMacs are offered in the same colors, that doesn’t mean they look identical. Buyers will notice that the green, pink, silver, orange, yellow, blue, and purple have different hues compared to the previous model.
In terms of actual dimensions, the iMac measures 18.1 inches tall by 21.5 inches wide. The depth with the stand included comes in at 5.8 inches.
M4 24-inch iMac vs M3 24-inch iMac – Display
This upgraded M4 iMac’s identical design to the previous model also means that the display is the same as well. It’s a 24-inch panel with a 4.5K resolution and a brightness of 500 nits.
As has become the norm for Apple’s Mac displays the M4 iMac includes both P3 wide color and True Tone support.
Where things do differ is the option for a nano-texture finish on the M4 iMac’s display. The finish diffuses light to minimize reflections but it does cost an additional $200 so it won’t be for everyone.
M4 24-inch iMac vs M3 24-inch iMac – Performance
The M4 chip is the big news here and it’s offered in 8-core and 10-core CPU configurations.
