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New 27 inch iMac
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New 27 inch iMac
I am thinking of buying a new 27 inch iMac what do you think of them and what add ons would you get ?
theSeb
macrumors 604
Aug 10, 2010 7,403 1,765
Unless you really need a new computer now, or you really need an Intel based Mac because of software applications that will only run on an Intel mac (bootcamp Windows for example), then this is the absolutely worst time to buy an iMac. Wait until the new Apple Silicon versions come out later this year.
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Hi Tetsy.
The iMacs are brilliant machines - I'm writing this on a late 2013 model. But Apple is very likely to update the iMac range with new models (hopefully with new designs and some kind of M1 chip) this year. Take a look at the buyer's guide.
It's hard to say what extras you should get (I'm guessing you mean RAM and storage?), because everyone's needs are different. For example, someone working with intensive video edits would have different requirements from someone who just edited Word documents and sent emails.
The iMacs are brilliant machines - I'm writing this on a late 2013 model. But Apple is very likely to update the iMac range with new models (hopefully with new designs and some kind of M1 chip) this year. Take a look at the buyer's guide.
It's hard to say what extras you should get (I'm guessing you mean RAM and storage?), because everyone's needs are different. For example, someone working with intensive video edits would have different requirements from someone who just edited Word documents and sent emails.
Fishrrman
macrumors Core
Feb 20, 2009
21,421
7,716
New iMacs with the m-series CPUs should be out in June or July...
In anticipation for an expected Apple Silicon iMac later this year and a possible purchase, I've just sold my 27" mid 2010 iMac (with 1TB SSD and 12GB memory which I upgraded) for a very healthy amount. That iMac11,3 even today is a truly excellent performer.
One thing for sure, I certainly won't be pre-ordering or even purchasing a new generation iMac for many months - at least six - after it's release, but will watch to see how it performs and what 'prototype-ish' problems surface. If/when I do purchase, it will be with AppleCare which gives relative peace of mind for any unfortunate issues that may arise, and most definitely sell the iMac for something newer prior to the 3year AppleCare expiring.
And a word of warning to anyone planning to purchase without AppleCare; if after a year significant problems occur, expect to dig very deep into your pockets for parts and labour repair costs.
One thing for sure, I certainly won't be pre-ordering or even purchasing a new generation iMac for many months - at least six - after it's release, but will watch to see how it performs and what 'prototype-ish' problems surface. If/when I do purchase, it will be with AppleCare which gives relative peace of mind for any unfortunate issues that may arise, and most definitely sell the iMac for something newer prior to the 3year AppleCare expiring.
And a word of warning to anyone planning to purchase without AppleCare; if after a year significant problems occur, expect to dig very deep into your pockets for parts and labour repair costs.
I think selling a computer just because AppleCare is due to expire is a bit paranoid. Many Macs from decades ago are still chugging along just fine and will continue to do so for years to come. Like with all things, no one can predict when something might fail. Usage can be a predictor... like you drop things... spill things... tend to tinker under the hood... like to visit sites that are more on the risqué.
What we do know is that the new ARM based Macs are not Windows compatible (maybe they will be at some point, maybe not), so if you have any need for the Windows platform at all, you will want to get an INTEL based Mac.
Based on Apple's current SoC design in the new M1 Macs, it is conceivable that the new IMacs will also have a closed architecture that is not currently evident in the INTEL Macs. Namely, SSD soldered to the system board. RAM also soldered to the system board. Basically if it's inside the case, it's staying there for all perpetuity... with nil an upgrade in its future. The INTEL Macs can swap out SSD and RAM and in some cases GPU. SoC design puts everything in a single design... that's what provides the massive performance boost over current designs. Separate the components out and it might as well be the old design.
If you decide to get an INTEL Mac now, get it with the least amount of RAM pre-installed. Purchase additional RAM from a third-party. You will save a mint. Please be forewarned that the latest INTEL iMac was very finicky about mixing RAM so you literally had to replace the existing RAM with new RAM if you wanted to boost the RAM up. External SSDs may be a cheaper option to opting for a beefy internal SSD from Apple. The theme here is Apple overcharges for stuff. Which is why the new ARM Macs are a juicy market to them... you can't NOT buy the top of the line because you can't upgrade anything in them. INTEL Macs are the last in the line of user upgradeable computers... from what we can see.
Decide what you actually need, forget about all the hoopla and hype around the ARM Macs... most users are sold on hype alone. When these things are old news, that's when real decisions are made and not impulse purchasing because of the hype meter. Plenty of folks got bit by the first round of ARM Macs... they were too focused on speed to see that there were real issues with peripheral devices... annoyances that made the speed far less appealing in the end when compared to display glitches and bluetooth issues.
You know what you need. You know your budget. You'd be surprised how long you can actually wait for something you need versus something you want. Know the difference.
What we do know is that the new ARM based Macs are not Windows compatible (maybe they will be at some point, maybe not), so if you have any need for the Windows platform at all, you will want to get an INTEL based Mac.
Based on Apple's current SoC design in the new M1 Macs, it is conceivable that the new IMacs will also have a closed architecture that is not currently evident in the INTEL Macs. Namely, SSD soldered to the system board. RAM also soldered to the system board. Basically if it's inside the case, it's staying there for all perpetuity... with nil an upgrade in its future. The INTEL Macs can swap out SSD and RAM and in some cases GPU. SoC design puts everything in a single design... that's what provides the massive performance boost over current designs. Separate the components out and it might as well be the old design.
If you decide to get an INTEL Mac now, get it with the least amount of RAM pre-installed. Purchase additional RAM from a third-party. You will save a mint. Please be forewarned that the latest INTEL iMac was very finicky about mixing RAM so you literally had to replace the existing RAM with new RAM if you wanted to boost the RAM up. External SSDs may be a cheaper option to opting for a beefy internal SSD from Apple. The theme here is Apple overcharges for stuff. Which is why the new ARM Macs are a juicy market to them... you can't NOT buy the top of the line because you can't upgrade anything in them. INTEL Macs are the last in the line of user upgradeable computers... from what we can see.
Decide what you actually need, forget about all the hoopla and hype around the ARM Macs... most users are sold on hype alone. When these things are old news, that's when real decisions are made and not impulse purchasing because of the hype meter. Plenty of folks got bit by the first round of ARM Macs... they were too focused on speed to see that there were real issues with peripheral devices... annoyances that made the speed far less appealing in the end when compared to display glitches and bluetooth issues.
You know what you need. You know your budget. You'd be surprised how long you can actually wait for something you need versus something you want. Know the difference.
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Mr.PeanutButter
macrumors newbie
Feb 23, 2021
Very well written! I'm in this limbo land right now where I'm deciding to buy a new 27" iMac, or wait it out for the new ARM Macs. Right now I'm continuing to work on a 2010 Mac, and it's definitely on it's last legs in terms of performance (app won't update anymore, slow rendering).I think selling a computer just because AppleCare is due to expire is a bit paranoid. Many Macs from decades ago are still chugging along just fine and will continue to do so for years to come. Like with all things, no one can predict when something might fail. Usage can be a predictor... like you drop things... spill things... tend to tinker under the hood... like to visit sites that are more on the risqué.
What we do know is that the new ARM based Macs are not Windows compatible (maybe they will be at some point, maybe not), so if you have any need for the Windows platform at all, you will want to get an INTEL based Mac.
Based on Apple's current SoC design in the new M1 Macs, it is conceivable that the new IMacs will also have a closed architecture that is not currently evident in the INTEL Macs. Namely, SSD soldered to the system board. RAM also soldered to the system board. Basically if it's inside the case, it's staying there for all perpetuity... with nil an upgrade in its future. The INTEL Macs can swap out SSD and RAM and in some cases GPU. SoC design puts everything in a single design... that's what provides the massive performance boost over current designs. Separate the components out and it might as well be the old design.
If you decide to get an INTEL Mac now, get it with the least amount of RAM pre-installed. Purchase additional RAM from a third-party. You will save a mint. Please be forewarned that the latest INTEL iMac was very finicky about mixing RAM so you literally had to replace the existing RAM with new RAM if you wanted to boost the RAM up. External SSDs may be a cheaper option to opting for a beefy internal SSD from Apple. The theme here is Apple overcharges for stuff. Which is why the new ARM Macs are a juicy market to them... you can't NOT buy the top of the line because you can't upgrade anything in them. INTEL Macs are the last in the line of user upgradeable computers... from what we can see.
Decide what you actually need, forget about all the hoopla and hype around the ARM Macs... most users are sold on hype alone. When these things are old news, that's when real decisions are made and not impulse purchasing because of the hype meter. Plenty of folks got bit by the first round of ARM Macs... they were too focused on speed to see that there were real issues with peripheral devices... annoyances that made the speed far less appealing in the end when compared to display glitches and bluetooth issues.
You know what you need. You know your budget. You'd be surprised how long you can actually wait for something you need versus something you want. Know the difference.
I have a late 2009 iMac that seems slow and It could go at any time but id be lost without it , so should I hold out for 3 or 4 months and hope it stays ok or buy 1 now ? , if you where in my shoes what would you do ?. Its a lot of money and I want the best iMac I can get.
maccompaq
macrumors 65816
Mar 6, 2007
1,156
I am going to buy the newest 27 inch Intel iMac with the top end video option and upgrade the memory myself. After the Apple Silicon iMac is released, I will buy the top model to use with the Intel model.
so is that a yes , I know everybody's circumstances and budgets are different I just don't want to buy something that in a couple of years I wish I hadn't
Mac... nificent
macrumors 6502a
Nov 20, 2012
Only Apple knows, but hopefully very soon.when will the new iMacs come out ?
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I know and thats the annoying thing lol , would you buy the iMac now or wait is all I askOnly Apple knows, but hopefully very soon.
Mac... nificent
macrumors 6502a
Nov 20, 2012
I would not buy an iMac at all. I would (did) buy a Mac mini M1. The question of whether you should wait or not to buy a iMac all comes down to what is more important to you, a M1x (Silicon) Mac that is blazingly fast, probably a bigger screen, and also supported from Apple for the near future, or a intel iMac that will be discounted - but not supported for as long.I know and thats the annoying thing lol , would you buy the iMac now or wait is all I ask
Only you can answer that question. Either will serve you well. Either will have pros and cons.
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Easiest way to decide is to imagine your car just got rear-ended and you had the absolute minimum insurance on it. Now you are without a car. Which should you buy? A new computer to replace one that is still working or replace the car?
I think sometimes the push to buy something is based on the fact that you seemingly have some extra cash laying about... it's like they say, never go food shopping while hungry.
I think sometimes the push to buy something is based on the fact that you seemingly have some extra cash laying about... it's like they say, never go food shopping while hungry.
profcutter
macrumors 6502a
Mar 28, 2019
I’d say make sure you’re backed up. Use the machine you have for as long as you can. If it runs until a new iMac comes out, then you can decide at that time what to do. If not, then you can choose between an iMac and a mini. You’re always better off waiting as far as new technology goes, and if you can keep on working with your current machine, why rush?
ignatius345
macrumors 68040
Aug 20, 2015
3,338
4,427
Recent Intel Macs are gonna be supported by Apple for at least a few years. There's no way they're going to get two years down the road and say "tough luck, people who bought a computer from us in 2021!"I would not buy an iMac at all. I would (did) buy a Mac mini M1. The question of whether you should wait or not to buy a iMac all comes down to what is more important to you, a M1x (Silicon) Mac that is blazingly fast, probably a bigger screen, and also supported from Apple for the near future, or a intel iMac that will be discounted - but not supported for as long.
Let's all remember that a lot of these Intel iMacs are still fast as hell and people are using them daily to run all kinds of very demanding workflows. After all, they're not subject to the same limitations (power, heat dissipation in a tiny frame) that laptops have to contend with. I'm using one from 2014 and it still very much suffices for Photoshop, Illustrator, video editing and plenty of other stuff.
And as for the Mini, it's a great little form factor (I used one for years myself) but by the time you source a monitor anywhere near as good as the ones built into 5K iMacs -- not to mention a webcam, speakers, a microphone -- you're definitely spending more than you would on an iMac.
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