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Apple iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Core i7 3.8Ghz, 2020) Specifications

Apple iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Core i7, 2020)

Product Brand: Apple
8.5
Pros
- Great and colorful display
- Rich-sounding speakers
- Powerful dedicated graphics and Intel processor
- High price
- Improved internals
- Can be easily configured to be very powerful
- Improved webcam
Cons
- Thick bezels
- Ports all on back
- Just two Thunderbolt ports
- No touch screen
The iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Core i7, 2020) is a high-end desktop computer designed for professionals. It features an Intel Core i7 processor, a 5K Retina display, and many other impressive features that makes it suitable for various tasks.
Let’s break down some essential features and benefits of the iMac while answering common questions:
What are the specifications of the iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Core i7, 2020)?
The iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Core i7, 2020) comes equipped with a 10th-generation Intel Core i7 processor with eight cores clocking at 3.8GHz, an 8GB RAM that is configurable up to 128GB, a 256GB SSD that is configurable up to 8TB, and an AMD Radeon Pro 5300 graphics card with 4GB of GDDR6 memory.
What is the 5K Retina display?
The 5K Retina display is a 27-inch screen that offers a resolution of 5120 x 2880 pixels, providing clear, detailed images with unmatched clarity on any other desktop computer. The display also supports the P3 color gamut, which means it can display a broader range of colors, making it perfect for photo and video editing.
What other features does the iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Core i7, 2020) have?
The iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Core i7, 2020) boasts several features that make it an ideal machine for professional use. These features include:
- Thunderbolt 3 support via four USB-C ports for high-speed data transfer
- Gigabit Ethernet for fast internet connectivity
- Wireless connectivity via 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0
- A 1080p FaceTime HD camera for video conferencing and calls
- Stereo speakers with HDR support
- A 3.5mm headphone jack
- A Magic Keyboard and Magic Mouse 2 that come with purchase
What is the iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Core i7, 2020) best suited for?
The iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Core i7, 2020) is a versatile computer suitable for various professional tasks, including:
- Photo and video editing
- Graphic design
- Music production
- 3D modeling and animation
- Software development
Full Technical Specifications
Apple iMac Specifications
Device Type | Desktop Computer |
Released | 04 August, 2020 |
Colors | Silver aluminum finish |
Case type | All-in-one desktop computer. |
Height | 20.3 inches (51.6 cm) |
Width | 25.6 inches (65.0 cm) |
Depth | 8 inches (20.3 cm) |
Weight | 19.7 pounds (8.92 kg) |
Display Info |
27-inch (diagonal) Retina 5K display Resolution: 5120 x 2880 pixels with support for 1 billion colors 500 nits brightness Wide color (P3) True Tone technology |
Display Support |
Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display at 1 billion colors and: One 6016 x 3384 (6K) external display at 60Hz with support for 1 billion colors, or Two 6016 x 3384 (6K) external displays at 60Hz with support for 1 billion colors (requires Radeon Pro 5700 or 5700 XT), or One 5120 x 2880 (5K) external display at 60Hz with support for 1 billion colors, or Two 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) external displays at 60Hz with support for 1 billion colors, or Two 4096 x 2304 (4K) external displays at 60Hz with support for millions of colors |
Camera | 1080p FaceTime HD camera |
RAM |
8GB (two 4GB) of 2666MHz DDR4 memory; four SO-DIMM slots, user-accessible Configurable to 16GB, 32GB, 64GB, or 128GB |
RAM (Type) | User-accessible |
RAM Max | upto 128 GB |
RAM Slots | 2 Slots |
Processor Type | 3.8GHz 8-core 10th-generation Intel Core i5 processor |
Processor Architecture | 64-bit |
Fabrication process | 14-nanometer (nm) |
Processor Cache |
L1 Cache: 8 x 32 KB instruction caches, 8 x 48 KB data caches L2 Cache: 8 x 256 KB L3 Cache: 16 MB shared |
Processor Speed | 3.8 GHz |
Processor/CPU Cores | 8-cores |
Processor Details |
3.8GHz 8-core 10th-generation Intel Core i7 processor Turbo Boost up to 5.0GHz |
GPU <strong>GPU</strong> (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion. |
AMD Radeon Pro 5300 graphics with 4GB of GDDR6 memory Configurable to Radeon Pro 5500 XT with 8GB of GDDR6 memory or Radeon Pro 5700 with 8GB of GDDR6 memory |
GPU Type | Dedicated |
Storage Capacity |
256GB SSD Configurable to 512GB, 1TB, 2TB, 4TB, or 8TB SSD |
Storage Type | Solid State Drive (SSD) |
Operating System <strong>OS => </strong> Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device. | Mac OS |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 |
Wi-Fi <strong>Wi-Fi</strong> is a popular wireless networking technology using radio waves to provide high-speed network connections that allows devices to communicate without cords or cables, Wi-Fi is increasingly becoming the preferred mode of internet connectivity all over the world. | 802.11ac Wi-Fi wireless networking; IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n compatible |
Ethernet Support | 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45 connector) |
Ports |
3.5mm headphone jack SDXC card slot Four USB-A ports Two Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports with support for: DisplayPort, Thunderbolt (up to 40Gb/s), USB 3.1 Gen 2 (up to 10Gb/s) 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45 connector) Kensington lock slot |
Input |
Magic Keyboard Magic Mouse 2 |
Audio Support |
Stereo speakers Studio-quality three-mic array with high signal-to-noise ratio and directional beamforming 3.5 mm headphone jack Support for “Hey Siri” |
What’s in the Box |
iMac with 5K Retina display Magic Keyboard Magic Mouse 2 Power cord Lightning to USB Cable Polishing cloth |