Apple iMac 21.5-inch 4K (2019)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 19 reviews of Apple iMac 21.5-inch 4K (2019). The average rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Desktops for all reviews. People really like the usability and price, whereas some have doubts about the size.

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Expert review by : Ryan Jones (trustedreviews.com)

Apple iMac 2019 Review | Trusted Reviews

The Apple iMac 2019 has seen a component refresh for 2019, with CPU and GPU upgrades. But are these enough to justify an upgrade?

CPU and GPU refreshes offer decent performance boost ; Screen is superb for designers and creatives ; Varied configuration options

Monitor's bezel looks outdated

Refreshes to the CPU and GPU might not be enough to persuade Apple iMac 2017 owners to upgrade, but the alterations do ensure the iMac remains one of the best all-in-one desktops for creative-minded professionals

May, 2019

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Expert review by : Alan Stonebridge (techradar.com)

Apple iMac 21.5-inch (2019) review

If you're thinking about moving over to the macOS environment from Windows, Apple's 21.5-inch iMac is one of the latest all-in-ones contending for your hard-earned money. It's a more comfortable size for many desks than its 27-inch sibling, after all. ...

Superb 4K display with wide color gamut Reasonable selection of high-spec ports

RAM not user-upgradeable Underwhelming storage options Weak graphics processor for 3D

The iMac 21.5-inch (2019) that should be for everyone isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. There’s one surprisingly capable component, but that’s about it. More than that is desirable for which you’ll run up the cost to get an iMac that’s a truly...

Oct, 2019

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Expert review by : Dan Grabham (pocket-lint.com)

Apple iMac 21.5-inch with Retina 4K display review (2019): The iMac for everybody

he new Apple iMac line brings upgraded processors plus new graphics options for 2019. But mainstream users should not worry: the iMac can still be specified with a variety of hardware, so it's not as if the whole product line has gone high-end – you...

Powerful hexa-core 8th Gen Intel Core i processors Super display in Retina 4K format Plenty of ports to cover all bases

The bezels are massive by today's standards Basic model has some poor specs Competition more intense than ever Expense of upgrades

As Apple acknowledges with the different versions of the 21.5-inch iMac, there are many different users who are attracted to this series. Although you can get cheaper all-in-ones, the iMac isn't overpriced – unless you go wild on the upgrades (which...

Jul, 2019

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Expert review by : Bobby Hellard (itpro.co.uk)

Apple iMac 21.5in (2019) review: Return of the (improved) Mac

Internal upgrades aside, this iMac is an homage to everyone's favourite all-in-one

Snappy Processor; Stunning display; Beautifully classic design

Thick bezels

A snappy processor and vibrant display are welcome upgrades to everyone's favourite desktop PC from 2012. Like 'S' model iPhones, the new iMac is an improvement on what you probably already have.

Aug, 2019

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Expert review by : Karen Haslam (macworld.co.uk)

iMac 21.5in (2019) Review: Wired Inside, Tired Outside

The 21.5in iMac is the most iconic Apple desktop but it's not without its compromises. Thankfully, the new 2019 iMac has some improvements that make it easier to recommend with more powerful Intel processors and improved AMD graphics. Here's our full...

Apr, 2019

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Expert review by : Tom Brant (pcmag.com)

Apple iMac 21.5-Inch (2019)

The 2019 reboot of Apple's iMac 21.5-inch is worth a look if you need a small-screen all-in-one desktop. On the whole, though, its 27-inch sibling is more versatile and a better performance value.

Gorgeous Retina display. Time-tested, stylish exterior and high attention to detail. macOS Mojave packs lots of useful basic functionality.

Expensive as configured. Relatively slow Fusion Drive in test model. Thick screen borders, relative to panel size. No dedicated HDMI or DisplayPort video output.

Bottom Line: The 2019 reboot of Apple's iMac 21.5-inch is worth a look if you need a small-screen all-in-one desktop. On the whole, though, its 27-inch sibling is more versatile and a better performance value.

Apr, 2019

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Expert review by : Roman Loyola (macworld.com)

21.5-inch 3.0GHz 6-core Core i5 iMac (2019) review: New all-in-one stands out in multi-core performance

Apple's first 6-core 21.5-inch iMac makes a compelling case as an affordable pro-level machine.

Excellent multi-core performance ; Elegant all-in-one design

Unimpressive single-core performance improvement over comparable 2017 model ; RAM is not user upgradeable

Apr, 2019

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Expert review by : Rami Tabari (tomsguide.com)

Apple iMac 21.5-inch (2019) Review: Big Power Boost, Same Looks

The Apple iMac 21.5-inch (2019) is one heck of an all-in-one. The things that the iMac did right before, it does again and even better. It's 21.5-inch, 4K Retina display is absolutely gorgeous, its performance is bonkers (thanks to an 8th-gen Intel...

Sleek aluminum design Vivid 4K display Strong performance

Thick bezels No height adjustment Shrill speakers

Get it. If you're a fan of the old iMac and want faster performance, then this all-in-one is right for you. Just bring your own pair of speakers.

Apr, 2019

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Consumer review (very.co.uk)

Fantastic piece of equipment, it’s kept him quiet for hours

I got this as a present for my partner, so he could edit his go pro footage, it's brilliant nothing holds his attention, but this has kept him quiet for hours, wish I'd got it sooner.

Sep, 2019

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Consumer review (very.co.uk)

Pretty well perfect

Apple at its best. Superb screen, very fast to boot and process. Good connectivity... including a headphone jack! The migration assistant effortlessly transferred everything from my 10 year old iMac it replaces. There isn't really anything else like...

Sep, 2019

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