The redesigned 27-inch Apple iMac for 2020 bolsters its claim to be the best large-screen all-in-one (AIO) computer on the market by incorporating significant changes beneath its familiar exterior. Enhancements include the availability of a 10-core Intel Core i9 processor, updated AMD Radeon Pro graphics, and a vastly improved 1080p camera just in time for the era of videoconferencing. With so few competitors in this desktop category, the iMac stands out as the obvious choice for those willing to pay a premium for computing power and other unique features in a sleek all-in-one package.
The 27-inch iMac, stand included, is 20.3 by 25.6 by 8 inches (HWD) and weighs 19.7 pounds. Despite its size, it will almost certainly not appear cumbersome on smaller desks. The stand adds significant depth to the otherwise svelte iMac chassis, and while it allows the iMac to be tilted forward and backward, it lacks height adjustment. This makes it less flexible than the stand on the Microsoft Surface Studio 2, one of the iMac’s primary competitors. The stand for this all-in-one computer allows you to lay it completely flat on your desk.
In contrast, rival all-in-one PCs feature increasingly thin bezels that give them a contemporary appearance and reduce their overall size. You get a 27-inch Retina 5K display with a resolution of 5,120 x 2,880, as well as 500 nits of brightness and support for the wide P3 color gamut. This makes it an excellent machine for photo and video editors, and the 5K resolution allows 4K footage to be edited without filling the entire display.
The 6-core Intel processor enables basic video editing and web navigation. The cheapest iMac has only four cores, making it ideal for those who want to perform simple tasks such as web browsing and music streaming. The mid-range 21.5-inch iMac comes standard with either a Radeon Pro 555X or a Radeon Pro 560X GPU.
The iMac 21.5-inch 4K 2020 model is a (nearly) all-purpose machine. This model is for you if you want a fast and attractive computer to do your homework or browse the internet on. This model is ideal for occasional iMac users and those desiring a piece of Apple’s beauty. If you want to play high-end games and edit videos at a professional level, you may want to opt for the 27-inch 5K iMac. Otherwise, you may find yourself purchasing additional memory, storage, and applications.