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alaTest has collected and analyzed 79 reviews of Apple iMac 24-inch 4.5K M1 (2021). The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Desktops for all reviews. Reviews about the reliability and design are on the whole positive. Views are divided on the size, while many are negative about the usability and price.
design, reliability
price, usability
We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Desktops the Apple iMac 24-inch 4.5K M1 (2021) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 94/100 = Excellent quality.
Consumer review (amazon.com)
alaTest has collected and analyzed 10 user reviews of Apple iMac 24-inch 4.5K M1 (2021) from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Desktops on Amazon.com.
90% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.
Expert review by : Matt Hanson (techradar.com)
Apple's new iMac gets a welcome redesign
Excellent screen ; Striking new design ; Fantastic webcam ; Very good performance
Lack of ports remains ; Charging the mouse is still awkward ; Mac mini may offer better value for some
Expert review by : Matthew Bolton (t3.com)
The new iMac 24-inch is a great-looking machine with a fantastic screen and lots of power… but some limitations, too
Fantastic better-than-4K screen ; Beautiful design and colours ; Extremely fast
Cheapest version is missing some features ; Only USB Type-C ports ; GPU and maximum RAM may be limiting
The iMac 24-inch is a great home or work machine, and has the power and screen for some pro work as well. But lower-price machine doesn't offer quite the full experience, and it's awkward for ports.
Expert review by : Dan Grabham (pocket-lint.com)
Completely redesigned for the Apple Silicon era, Apple's new M1 iMac looks different. It's also a super performer.
Striking redesign ; Powerful Apple M1 processor ; Touch ID keyboard ; Punchy 24-inch display
Non-adjustable stand ; No discrete graphics option ; No touchscreen ; Limited colours for base model
Apple has really pulled it out of the bag with this striking redesign of its venerable all-in-one, which performs at the high level we've come to expect from an M1-based Mac.
TechAdvisor Recommended
Expert review by : Chris Martin (techadvisor.co.uk)
Apple's latest iMac introduces a much-needed redesign with various colours to choose from along with solid specs revolving around a 4.5K Retina display and M1 chip
Stunning design ; Excellent screen ; Solid specs ; Smooth performance
Overly complex SKUs ; No USB-A ; Moves too easily
The latest iMac is a captivating machine that combines stunning design with excellent specs and only minor quibbles. It's a great all-rounder all-in-one with unnecessarily complicated model options.
Expert review by : Craig Grannell (stuff.tv)
Apple's iMac finally gets a revamp – inside and out – with bold new colours and an M1 chip
Wonderful visual overhaul ; M1 chip is blazing fast ; Touch ID on the keyboard ; Excellent display and speakers
No Centre Stage or Face ID ; Entry-level unit missing some features ; Can’t adjust screen vertically ; Game performance not amazing
A worthy update that marries the best of iMac’s past and present – and that even managed to eradicate our cynicism.
Expert review by : Karen Haslam , Editor (macworld.co.uk)
Find out which iMac is best for you, your budget and your specific needs. We help you choose between the 24in and 27in iMac models.
If you need an iMac for less than £1,000 then look on the Apple Refurbished Store .
Expert review by : Orestis Bastounis (itpro.co.uk)
The smaller iMac switches to Apple silicon and gains a completely new appearance
Excellent all-round computing performance with Apple Silicon ; High quality display ; Quiet operation
16GB ram limit ; Just two USB-C ports on entry-level configuration ; Only supports a single external display
Expert review by : Karen Haslam , Editor (macworld.co.uk)
The new colourful 24in iMac is bigger, brighter and better, but is it the right Mac for you?
Excellent screen ; Improved FaceTime camera ; Surprisingly good sound
The price seems high compared to other M1 Macs
The 24in iMac is a colourful computer ideal for home use and as such it is difficult to find something to complain about. The screen is excellent, the sound exceeds expectations and performance is more than adequate. But, with the same specs on offer...
Expert review by : Kenny Yeo (hardwarezone.com.sg)
The colours pay tribute the very first iMac, but is this new 24-inch model just as revolutionary?
Eye-catching design ; Gorgeous 4.5K Retina display ; Impressive sound system ; Improved webcam and mic ; Excellent performance ; Colour-matching accessories ; Support for Thunderbolt 3 and USB4
"Chin" design is divisive ; Only USB-C ports ; Ports are hard to reach ; Display cannot be used with other sources
Expert review by (digitaltrends.com)
Reinvented as the iMac for a new generation. It has to be seen in person to truly appreciate its design.
Eye-popping screen ; Speakers sound amazing ; Webcam is excellent ; M1 performance still surprises ; Lots of fun color options ; Touch ID built into keyboard
Lame port selection ; The Magic Mouse is still annoying
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