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Apple iMac 2023 M3

Specifications

Apple iMac 2023 M3
Apple iMac 2023 M3 (iMac Series)
Processor
Apple M3 8 x 2.7 - 4.1 GHz
Graphics adapter
Memory
16 GB 
Display
23.50 inch 16:9, 4480 x 2520 pixel 214 PPI, Retina, 60 Hz
Storage
M.2 PCIe
Connections
2 USB 3.1 Gen2, 2 Thunderbolt, 1 VGA, 1 DVI, 1 HDMI, Audio Connections: 3.5mm
Networking
10/100/1000 LAN Card (10/100/1000MBit/s), 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/ax = Wi-Fi 6/), Bluetooth 5
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 147 x 547 x 461 ( = 5.79 x 21.54 x 18.15 in)
Operating System
Apple macOS 14 Sonoma
Additional features
Speakers: Stereo
Weight
4.48 kg ( = 158.03 oz / 9.88 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)

 

Price comparison

Average Score: 90% - very good
Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

Reviews for the Apple iMac 2023 M3

90% Apple iMac M3
Source: PCtipp.ch German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/27/2023
Rating: Total score: 90%

Comment

Apple M3 10-Core GPU: An integrated graphics adapter designed by Apple that features 10 cores. This iGPU is built into the Apple M3 SoC; it uses the unified memory architecture and has support for new technologies such as mesh shading and ray tracing. In our testing, the M3 GPU (10 cores) mostly was 5% to 20% faster than the 10-core M2 GPU depending on the task. Just like the rest of the Apple M3 chip, the graphics adapter is manufactured on a 3 nm TSMC process (possibly N3B).

Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


M3: System on a Chip (SoC) from Apple that integrates 8 CPU cores (4 performance cores with up to 3.5 GHz and 4 efficiency cores at up to 2.4 GHz), 16 + 4 MB Level 2 cache and unified memory controller that supports up to 24 GB LPDDR5-6400 RAM (100 GB/s throughput). » Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


23.50":

Such large screen formats are usually only available for desktop computers or as external monitors for laptops. Mobility should no longer play a role, here it is only about displaying high resolutions in a clearly visible way. Ideal for the visually impaired and people who want to display as much as possible on their screen at the same time.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


4.48 kg:

A laptop in this weight range is a heavyweight that you rarely carry around. This is meant for desktops and the devices tend to score with a large display and high performance and replace desktop devices.


Apple: Apple is a US company founded in 1976 by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak and Ronald Wayne. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, the company is known for its innovative products such as the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch, and manufactures computers and consumer electronics as well as operating systems and application software. Apple is also a leading provider of software and services such as the App Store, iTunes and iCloud.

Apple has earned a reputation as a company that focuses on design and ease of use. As for their notebooks, they are mostly in the high-priced segment, have their own operating system, but also run Windows on the newer Macbooks.

Apple is one of the most valuable companies in the world and has a loyal following of customers and fans. The company also has a strong presence in the entertainment industry, with services like Apple Music and Apple TV+. In 2023, Apple had an approximate 8% market share of global PC sales, ranking it 4th after Lenovo, HP, and Dell.


90%: There are not very many models that are rated better. Most of the assessments are in percentage ranges below that. The tested product is not considered perfect, but the sources give a clear purchase recommendation.


» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

 

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Stefan Hinum, 2023-12-16 (Update: 2023-12-16)