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The new Apple iMac is here. Two years after the release of iMac M1 model back in April 2021, the Cupertino, Calif.-based company introduced a model refresh with the new M3 processor.
For 2023, the all-in-one desktop comes with Apple’s new chipset M3 with three variations, which the company says is twice as fast as the M1 chip and up to four times faster the Intel Core i7 processor. This is one of Apple‘s speediest, most powerful and thinnest desktop computers for smoother workflows and faster rendering times. It’s one of the best computers for video editors, graphic designers or anyone else who needs to see images with the clearest details, thanks to the 4.5K Retina display with 500 nits of brightness and P3 wide color. According to Apple, Adobe Photoshop on the iMac M3 can handle editing 100-megapixel images seamlessly.
The iMac M3 also features the best-ever camera system for the Apple line, and the 1080p FaceTime HD camera — coupled with three studio-quality microphones — is just as great for catching up with far-away family as it is for professional video calls and presentations. The Wi-Fi 6E compatibility allows for lightning-fast file transfers, and gamers will also love the new chip’s ability to present up to 50 percent faster frame rates
There are seven colors available, including blue, green, pink, silver, yellow, orange and purple; and each model comes with a Magic Keyboard and Magic Mouse.
Ahead, learn more about alll of the new iMac M3 models from Apple.
Apple iMac with M3 Chip, 256GB (2023)
Equipped with a 24-inch 4.5K Retina Display, the Apple iMac (2023) is the tech company’s entry-level model. But it’s no slouch. It’s blazing fast with Apple’s M3 chip, and comes with 8GB of memory paired with 256GB of on-board storage. Meanwhile, it comes with built-in dual USB-C ports (two USB 4.0) for inputs and peripherals and a 1080p FaceTime HD camera for clearer and sharper video calls.
Apple iMac with M3 Chip, 256GB (2023)
This Apple iMac model is just about the same as the one listed above — it comes with a 24-inch 4.5K Retina Display, 8GB of memory paired with 256GB of storage and Apple’s speedy M3 chip — but it has four USB-C ports (two USB 4.0, two USB 3.0) for more inputs and a 10-core GPU instead of an 8-core graphics processing unit.
Apple iMac with M3 Chip, 512GB (2023)
The big daddy of iMac models features Apple’s M3 chip, four USB-C ports (two USB 4.0, two USB 3.0), a 10-core GPU and 8GB of RAM with 512GB of onboard storage. Aside from that, it has the same specs as the base model, but with more USB-C ports, more efficient graphics and more storage.
This Apple iMac is best for casual video editing, working from home or running a small business.
In addition to buying from Apple’s website, all three iMac models are also available at Best Buy, one of the best places to buy Apple products online. The tech retailer’s purchasing options for eligible buyers include 24-month financing and Upgrade+, a 36-month payment plan that also lets you upgrade to a new Mac after four years. Best Buy also allows you to trade in a similar device and save on your new gear, and right now, shoppers get an extended holiday return period through Jan. 13, 2024 on items purchased between now through Dec. 30 You can also take advantage of the company’s convenient in-store pickup or next-day shipping.
Those who buy directly from Apple.com can get free two-hour delivery from their local Apple store or in-store pickup. However, Apple’s holiday return window is narrower than Best Buy’s policy, as products purchased between now and Dec. 25 need to be returned by Jan. 8, 2024.
All Apple products purchased through an authorized retailer such as Best Buy include one year of hardware repair coverage through the limited warranty and up to 90 days of free tech support. You can also extend your coverage to include unlimited incidents of accidental damage protection ($99-$299 service fee per repair) with AppleCare+ which costs $59.99 per year or $169 for three years for iMacs.
