Apple iMac "M4" 8 CPU/8 GPU/2 Ports 24" Specs
Identifiers: iMac (24", M4 2024) - MWUF3LL/A* - Mac16,2 - A3247 - 8531*
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The iMac "M4" 8-Core CPU/8-Core GPU/2 "Thunderbolt / USB 4" (2024) model features a 4.4 GHz Apple M4 processor with 8 cores (4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores), an 8-core GPU, a 16-core Neural Engine, 120GB/s of memory bandwidth, 16 GB of onboard "unified" RAM, and a 256 GB onboard SSD. Both the RAM and the SSD can be custom configured at the time of initial system purchase, but not upgraded subsequently.
This all is housed in a wafer thin aluminum case with flat edges that includes a 23.5" 4480x2520, 218 PPI, LED-backlit, "True Tone" widescreen "Retina 4.5K" display mounted on a thin aluminum stand. This specific model has six two-tone color options -- blue (pictured), green, purple, pink, orange, and yellow -- as well as a "classic" uniform silver color. It also has an integrated 12 megapixel Center Stage camera with "Desk View" support and 1080p video recording, a "studio-quality three-mic array" and a "high-fidelity six-speaker system" that supports Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos.
Connectivity includes two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports, a 3.5 mm headphone jack conveniently mounted on the left edge of the display, Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), and Bluetooth 5.3. Gigabit Ethernet is available via a port on the power brick as an optional US$30 upgrade at the time of initial system purchase.
Compared to its predecessor, the "2024 M4" iMac models are similar, but use some different colors (which also are more vibrant on the back), have a newer and faster processor/graphics processor, more RAM by default, and a more advanced camera.
By default, this specific "2024 M4" iMac ships with a small, color matched aluminum USB-C based wireless "Magic Keyboard" with a "Lock Key" (and without Touch ID or a numeric keypad) as well as a wireless "Magic Mouse" with multi-touch surface support. At extra cost at the time of system purchase, you can substitute the Magic Mouse for a Magic Trackpad for an extra US$50, which provides multi-touch input and Force Touch support. You also can upgrade the keyboard to a Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad for US$80.
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| Introduction Date: |
October 28, 2024 |
Discontinued Date: |
N/A |
| Details: |
The "Introduction Date" refers to the date a model was introduced via press release. The "Discontinued Date" refers to the date a model either was replaced by a subsequent system or production otherwise ended.
This iMac was introduced and made available for pre-order on October 28, 2024; initial deliveries started to arrive and it first was available in stores on November 8, 2024.
Also see: All Macs introduced in 2024. |
| Processors: |
1 (8 Cores) |
Architecture: |
64-Bit |
| Geekbench 2 (32): |
N/A |
Geekbench 2 (64): |
N/A |
| Details: |
The vintage Geekbench 2 benchmark does not support this Mac. These numbers reflect an average of user provided 32-bit and 64-bit results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit and 64-bit Geekbench 2 user submissions for Macs with the Mac16,2 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 2 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
| Geekbench 3 (32): |
N/A |
Geekbench 3 (32): |
N/A |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 3 benchmarks are in 32-bit mode and are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for Macs with the Mac16,2 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
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| Geekbench 3 (64): |
N/A |
Geekbench 3 (64): |
N/A |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 3 benchmarks are in 64-bit mode and are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 64-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for Macs with the Mac16,2 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare 64-bit Geekbench 3 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
| Geekbench 4 (SC): |
Pending |
Geekbench 4 (MC): |
Pending |
| Details: |
*The Geekbench 4 benchmark is running under the Rosetta 2 environment on this model. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 4 user submissions for Macs with the Mac16,2 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 4 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
| Geekbench 5 (SC): |
Pending (3693 GB 6) |
Geekbench 5 (MC): |
Pending (13638 GB 6) |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 5 benchmarks are are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. All Geekbench 5 benchmarks for the Mac are 64-bit. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 5 user submissions for Macs with the Mac16,2 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 5 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
| Processor Speed: |
4.4 GHz |
Processor Type: |
Apple M4 |
| Details: |
This model is powered by a 3 nm, 64-bit Apple M4 processor (SoC) with eight cores (4 performance cores, 4 efficiency cores). Third-party software reports that it has a variable clockspeed around 4.4 GHz. This model also has an 8-core GPU, a 16-core Neural Engine, and 120 GB/s of memory bandwidth. |
| Turbo Boost: |
N/A |
Custom Speeds: |
N/A |
| Processor Upgrade: |
Soldered |
FPU: |
Integrated |
| System Bus Speed: |
N/A* |
Cache Bus Speed: |
N/A |
| Details: |
*This system does not have a traditional system bus; it uses an integrated SoC (system-on-a-chip). |
| ROM/Firmware Type: |
Proprietary |
EFI Architecture: |
64-Bit |
| L1 Cache: |
192k+128k x4, 128k+64k x4* |
L2/L3 Cache: |
16 MB x4, 4 MB x4* |
| Details: |
*Third-party analysis has determined that the Apple M4 SoC in this model has a 192k+128k L1 cache per performance core and a 128k+64k L1 cache per efficiency core. Each performance core reportedly also has a 16 MB L2 cache and each efficiency core reportedly has a 4 MB L2 cache. |
| RAM Type: |
Unified* |
Min. RAM Speed: |
N/A |
| Details: |
*Ships standard with 16 GB of "unified" onboard memory. |
| Standard RAM: |
16 GB |
Maximum RAM: |
24 GB |
| Details: |
*16 GB of "unified" RAM is onboard by default. At the time of initial system purchase, it alternately can be configured with 24 GB of RAM for an additional US$200. The RAM cannot be upgraded later.
Also see: Actual Max RAM of All G3 & Later Macs. |
| Motherboard RAM: |
16 GB* |
RAM Slots: |
None |
| Details: |
*There are no RAM slots. 16 GB of "unified" RAM is onboard by default. At the time of system purchase, it alternately can be configured with 24 GB of RAM for an additional US$200, but it cannot be upgraded later. |
| Video Card: |
8-Core |
VRAM Type: |
Integrated |
| Details: |
This iMac "M4" model has an integrated Apple GPU with 8 cores. |
| Standard VRAM: |
Integrated |
Maximum VRAM: |
Integrated |
| Details: |
The 8-core GPU is integrated with the SoC. |
| Built-in Display: |
23.5" Widescreen |
Native Resolution: |
4480x2520 |
| Details: |
Despite its formal designation as a "24-Inch" 4.5K Retina display, this model actually has a 23.5-Inch LED-backlit widescreen TFT active matrix "Retina 4.5K" display with a native resolution of 4480x2520 at 218 ppi with "support for 1 billion colors," True Tone technology, wide color (P3), and brightness of 500 nits.
This display has a 12 megapixel "Center Stage" camera with support for "Desk View" and 1080p recording capability built-in to the upper display frame.
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| 2nd Display Support: |
Dual/Mirroring* |
2nd Max. Resolution: |
6016x3384 |
| Details: |
*This model can simultaneously support the internal display at full native resolution and up to one 6016x3384 (6K) external display at 60 Hz. It supports both extended desktop (second workspace) and video mirroring (internal display duplicated on the external display) modes. |
| Standard Storage: |
256 GB SSD |
Std. Storage Speed: |
N/A |
| Storage Dimensions: |
Soldered* |
Storage Interface: |
Soldered* |
| Details: |
*The storage is soldered onboard. Internal upgrades are not possible.
Also see: What external storage options are available for the Apple Silicon iMac? Should I buy USB-C or Thunderbolt external storage? |
| Standard Optical: |
None* |
Standard Disk: |
None |
| Details: |
*This iMac does not have an internal optical drive. |
| Standard Modem: |
None |
Standard Ethernet: |
None* |
| Details: |
*Gigabit Ethernet is available via a port on the power brick as an optional upgrade at the time of purchase for an extra US$30. |
| Standard AirPort: |
802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6E)* |
Standard Bluetooth: |
5.3 |
| Details: |
*802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 are standard. |
| USB Ports: |
2* |
Firewire Ports: |
None |
| Details: |
*The two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports (USB-C connector) are also capable of supporting USB 4 (up to 40 Gb/s) and USB 3.1 Gen 2 (up to 10 Gb/s). |
| Expansion Slots: |
None |
Expansion Bays: |
None |
| Details: |
This model has no SD card slot as well as no other expansion slots or bays.
In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells a wide variety of external expansion options and accessories like external storage, stands, keyboards, cables, adapters, speakers, and more for this iMac. |
| Incl. Keyboard: |
Magic Keyboard* |
Incl. Input: |
Magic Mouse* |
| Details: |
*By default, this specific iMac model ships with a small, color matched aluminum USB-C based, wireless "Magic Keyboard" with a "Lock Key" (but without Touch ID or a numeric keypad) and a wireless "Magic Mouse" with multi-touch surface support. At the time of system purchase, you can substitute the stock keyboard for a "Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad" for an additional US$80. You also can substitute the Magic Mouse for a Magic Trackpad, which provides multi-touch input and Force Touch support, for an extra US$50. |
| Case Type: |
All-in-One |
Form Factor: |
24" iMac M4 |
| Details: |
The 24-Inch "2024" iMac models use an aluminum case design with the computer suspended from an aluminum "foot" that is 5.8 inches (14.7 cm) deep. This specific model has six two-tone color options -- blue, green, purple, pink, orange, and yellow -- as well as a uniform silver color. |
| Apple Order No: |
MWUF3LL/A* |
Apple Subfamily: |
iMac (24", M4 2024) |
| Details: |
*MWUF3LL/A refers to this iMac model in blue. In green, the order number is MWUE3LL/A; in pink, it is MWUG3LL/A; and in silver, it is MWUC3LL/A. |
| Apple Model No: |
A3247 (EMC 8531*) |
Model ID: |
Mac16,2 |
| Details: |
These identifiers are specific to this particular iMac. The Model Number is listed on the underside of the foot; the EMC Number and Model ID are listed in software.
Also see: All Macs with the A3247 Model Number, the 8531* EMC Number, and the Mac16,2 Model Identifier.
For more about these identifiers and how to locate them on each Mac, please refer to EveryMac.com's Mac Identification section. |
| Battery Type: |
N/A |
Battery Life: |
N/A |
| Pre-Installed MacOS: |
macOS 15.0 (24A8332*) |
Maximum MacOS: |
Current |
| Details: |
*Upon initial start up, this iMac prompted the user to immediately upgrade to macOS 15.1 (24B2083), which is required to use the Apple Intelligence feature.
This model is fully compatible with macOS Sequoia (macOS 15).
Also see: Which Macs are compatible with macOS Sequoia (macOS 15)? What are the system requirements? What are the major new features? Do all features work with all supported Macs? |
| Minimum Windows: |
None* |
Maximum Windows: |
None* |
| Details: |
*Apple Boot Camp is not compatible with this iMac, so it cannot boot Windows. It is capable of running Windows via a third-party virtualization app, though. |
| MacOS 9 Support: |
None |
Windows Support: |
Virtualization |
| Details: |
For more on running Windows on Macs, please refer to the exhaustive Windows on Mac Q&A. |
| Dimensions: |
18.1 x 21.5 x 5.8 |
Avg. Weight: |
9.74 lbs. (4.42 kg) |
| Details: |
In inches - height by width by depth, (46.1 cm, 54.7 cm, 14.7 cm). |
| Original Price (US): |
US$1299 |
Est. Current Retail: |
US$1299 |
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| Video (Monitor): |
 2* (Thunderbolt / USB 4) |
Floppy (Ext.): |
 None |
| Details: |
*This model has two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports (USB-C connector). These two ports support Thunderbolt 4 (up to 40 Gb/s), USB 4 (up to 40 Gb/s), USB 3.1 Gen 2 (up to 10 Gb/s), and DisplayPort. Adapters also are available to use Thunderbolt 2, HDMI, DVI, and VGA.
In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells Thunderbolt docks and external drives compatible with this Mac and just about all others.
Also see: What external storage options are available for the Apple Silicon iMac? Should I buy USB-C or Thunderbolt external storage? |
| ADB: |
 None |
SCSI: |
 None |
| Serial (Standard): |
 None |
Serial (Geoport): |
 None |
| USB: |
 2* |
Firewire: |
 None |
| Details: |
*The two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports (USB-C connector) are also capable of supporting USB 4 (up to 40 Gb/s) and USB 3.1 Gen 2 (up to 10 Gb/s). |
| Modem: |
None |
Ethernet: |
 None* |
| Details: |
*By default, this model does not have a wired Ethernet port, but it can be configured with Gigabit Ethernet at the time of purchase via a port on its power brick. 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 are standard. |
| S-Video Input: |
 None |
S-Video Output: |
 None |
| Microphone: |
 3 (Built-in) |
Sound In: |
 N/A |
| Details: |
This model boasts a "studio-quality three-mic array." |
| Sound Out: |
 None* |
Headphone: |
 1* |
| Details: |
*This model has a single 3.5 mm headphone jack conveniently mounted on the left edge of the display. |
| Security (Lock): |
 None |
Joystick (PC): |
 None |
| Power: |
 1 |
Power Adapter: |
 None |
| Details: |
100V-240V (50 Hz to 60 Hz, single phase), Apple does not specify maximum wattage. |
Global original prices for the iMac "M4" 8 CPU/8 GPU/2 Ports 24" in 34 different countries and territories follow; organized alphabetically by region.
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Original Prices - North & South America
| Canada: |
C$1699 |
Brazil: |
R$15.499 |
| Mexico: |
MXN $31,999 |
United States: |
US$1299 |
Original Prices - Europe
| Austria: |
€1499 |
Belgium: |
€1519 |
| Denmark: |
DKK 11,999 |
Finland: |
€1599 |
| France: |
€1499 |
Germany: |
€1499 |
| Ireland: |
€1529 |
Italy: |
€1529 |
| Luxembourg: |
€1468,78 |
Netherlands: |
€1519 |
| Norway: |
NOK 18.990 |
Portugal: |
€1529 |
| Spain: |
€1519 |
Sweden: |
SEK 18.995 |
| Switzerland: |
CHF 1'299 |
United Kingdom: |
£1299 |
Original Prices - Asia
| China: |
RMB 10,999 |
Hong Kong: |
HK$9,999 |
| India: |
Rs 134,900 |
Indonesia: |
Pending |
| Japan: |
¥198,800 |
Korea: |
KRW 1,990,000 |
| Malaysia: |
RM 5,799 |
The Philippines: |
PHP 84,990 |
| Singapore: |
S$1,799 |
Taiwan: |
NT$44,900 |
| Thailand: |
THB 44,900 |
Vietnam: |
VND 34,999,000 |
Original Prices - Australia & New Zealand
| Australia: |
A$1999 |
New Zealand: |
NZ$2499 |
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