Is the M4 iMac worth it over the M1 model?

Yes for most buyers. The M4 chip, 16GB base memory and Apple Intelligence support make it noticeably more future-proof than the M1 iMac, which is now several generations old.

Can I upgrade the memory or storage later?

No. Memory and SSD are fixed at purchase, so choose 16GB or more and the storage you expect to need up front.

Can I use the iMac as a monitor for another computer?

No. The display is part of the computer and cannot be used as an external monitor for another device.

Does it work well with an iPhone?

Yes. iPhone Mirroring, Handoff, AirDrop and shared clipboard let you view and control your iPhone from the Mac and move content between devices.

The iMac, a power cable, and a matching keyboard and mouse in most configurations; check the specific configuration for what is included.

Is it good for gaming and video editing?

It handles casual gaming and 4K video editing in apps like Final Cut Pro well, but serious gamers and heavy 3D workloads are better served by a dedicated GPU desktop.

Where is the Apple iMac (2024, M4) cheapest?

At Abt Electronics, for $1,499.00, 35% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Is the Apple iMac (2024, M4) at its lowest price?

The lowest price we've seen is $1,487.21 at Abt Electronics on November 11, against $1,499.00 now.

Where can I buy the Apple iMac (2024, M4)?

7 stores we checked sell it, including Abt Electronics, Best Buy, Adorama, MelroseMAC, B&H Photo-Video-Audio.

Apple iMac (2024, M4)

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What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers treat the M4 iMac as a polished, quiet all-in-one that handles everyday work and light creative tasks well. Most praise the display, speakers and camera; the main complaints are the lack of upgradability and the price of adding memory or storage.

What people mention

PerformancePraisedReviewers say the M4 chip keeps browsing, office apps and photo editing snappy and the machine stays quiet.
DisplayPraisedOwners like the 24-inch 4.5K panel for its sharpness, brightness and color.
AudioPraisedThe six-speaker system and three mics are called good enough for calls and casual listening without extra gear.
UpgradabilityCriticisedBuyers complain that memory and storage are soldered and cannot be expanded after purchase.
PortsMixedSome find the port count tight and rely on hubs or adapters for peripherals.
ValueMixedReviewers say the all-in-one package is convenient but upgrades push the cost up quickly.

About the Apple iMac (2024, M4)

The iMac is an all-in-one desktop with a 24-inch 4.5K Retina display and the Apple M4 chip. Its design is thin. The actual diagonal screen size is 23.5 inches. It is built for Apple Intelligence, which is available in beta as a macOS Sequoia update with Siri and device language set to U.S.

The display reaches 500 nits of brightness and supports up to one billion colors. A 12MP Center Stage camera, three studio-quality mics and six speakers with Spatial Audio are built in. Apps such as Microsoft Excel, Adobe Photoshop and Zoom run on Apple silicon in macOS.

It has up to four Thunderbolt 4 ports and can connect up to two external 6K displays. Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 handle wireless connections. It works with other Apple devices, including iPhone Mirroring, copy and paste between iPhone and Mac, Messages and FaceTime calls. Security features include FileVault encryption, Find My and free security updates.

Chip

Apple M4

Memory

16GB

Storage

1TB SSD

Display

24-inch 4.5K Retina, 23.5-inch actual diagonal

Brightness

500 nits

Color support

Up to one billion colors