iMac 5k is the PERFECT Mac!

[@JerrySchulze]

Get one NOW! 2020 iMac: geni.us/Nzgk .....If you are on the fence about picking one of these up, maybe this will help. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnq1k4eHfriEla8

[@michag5561]

Hi Jerry, can you provide link and name of this macbook stand at 2:00? Thanks for video.

[@JerrySchulze]

@@michag5561 Gray Aluminum Laptop Stand: geni.us/O6xyS

[@gogrape9716]

I just purchased a 2020 27 Inch iMac from the refurbished section at Apple. BEAUTIFUL screen.

[@Hard_7_Iron]

Agreed….I have a few M1’s and they are great. But my 27” 5k iMac is my go to if I’m at home. I also purchased this on a $600 off sale! So, less than $1200 USD. I plopped in another 16GB of memory ($50). I mounted an external 1TB drive ($79), and it’s perfect. The brightness and color are perfect. And if your not working tons of video edits, its the perfect machine. I like the idea of another 27” design one day…but until then, 2020 iMac’s are the best.

[@Daveaconklin]

I have a 27” iMac 5k Retina with 1TB storage, 32GB RAM, Intel i9 processor, and a Radeon ATX Pro 5500. I also have a brand new M2 Max MacBook Pro 14”. I’m still partial to the iMac. Handles everything I throw at it, and laughs at me.

[@digitalmarketinghumans]

I am in the same boat. I do have the i7 and the 5700xt version of the iMac with 64gb. I also have the M1 Pro laptop 14" and I have to say...man oh man..that iMac is STILL a beast! It also beats my M1 Air in practically everything. I feel it's like a desktop version of the M1 Pro or even Max without being as expensive. Don't think I'll be upgrading my macs until perhaps...M4? M5? We definitely got our moneys worth.

[@hackexpert0003]

The iMac 27" design from 2012-2020 is ageless and beautiful !

[@oscarcharliezulu]

It is. I bought one and out of all my pc’s it’s the best. The display, single cable, more than fast enough, great webcam.

[@Mike-fi3xd]

Just picked one up. I went with the i7 processor with 512K and have ordered 32G of additional RAM along with the Trackpad 2. For the price at this point, I don't think you can go wrong...

[@JerrySchulze]

Nice!

[@Eric-qi9us]

I bought a 2015 27 inch imac 3 days ago. the screen is so beautiful and huge, I think I would never go for something smaller now.

[@stevejohnson1321]

A handful of us Gnu-Linux users are exploiting the Intel imac. Resale value is scaling downward, so I get a complete i7 computer for less than the cost of a 27-inch display by itself. These systems tend to have had very good care. My OS doesn't care that apple is phasing out Intel.

[@Psychiatry.321]

Even after M1 and M2 release if you need stability and fully functional Thunderbolt 3 (up to 40Gbps and no driver issues or speed limitation) just use Intel Processor, since M1 and M2 USB4 Ports has speed limitation on usb-c ports (Mac Studio USB-C ports can barely reach 10Gbps and only the front ones).

[@thanatosor]

this is very nice detail that Apple hid from us

[@lawrencespoon3705]

Thanks, Black Friday 2022 and just reserved a new discouted 27" 5K iMac from our danish Apple provider. This purchase was the result of trying to undercut the steep price for an 5K 27" apple display monitor to support my M1 macbook air. Thanks for your review and comments from two years backkkk.

[@LynneHobday1]

I bought it new in 2020 and it's still running beautifully four years later. I do everything on it. The design is timeless and streamlined - not to mention elegant and the 27 inch screen gives me oodles of room. And as my TV recently shut down, I use it to stream, too. Love it, love it, love it.

[@MikeMcClary]

I feel the same way about my 2019 27” iMac. It’s a workhorse and I love having the ports … which I always seem to fill up. Nice work, Jerry.

[@JerrySchulze]

Thanks Mike!

[@christdainez9622]

Thanks Jerry for reviewing this gem of iMac now where others are going for the new and shiny toy and tend to forget about this legendary 27-inch iMac 2020! Few days ago, our local third party Apple reseller is selling brand NEW standard top-spec 27-inch iMac with 3.8GHz Intel 8-core i7 with 512GB SSD and 5500XT 8GB for around ~USD$970. It was a steal so I bought 5X for our office. One point to note from our digital artist/designer when comparing between the black border of the 27-inch iMac vs the white border on the new 24-inch iMac is that the white border tends to distract the colour selection accuracy for quite a bit (a distraction?), which she does not experience when using the black-border of the 27-inch iMac. I have a high confidence on this line of iMac as the reviewers call it the "Pinnacle" of Intel iMacs which we can use for many years to come: 1. Highest self-upgradable RAM - Up to 128GB DDR4 2. First True tone display for iMac 3. First iMac come equipped with T2 chip 4. First iMac with Hyper-threaded Intel processor across the line 5. First iMac with full solid-state drive (2GBps+ read/write is sufficient for our digital agency, coming from Fusion Drive) 6. 3-array Microphone 7. 1080p webcam - Sufficient for the next 5-10 years (We survived with 720p for this long eh?) 8. Our developer cannot find libraries compatible with M1 iMac yet 9. Still able to have Bootcamp for Windows installation if required 10. Next 27-inch iMac will NOT have user-upgradable RAM and might only have USB-C ports by looking at the 24-inch iMac or Apple Studio pattern I can't stop looking at the gorgeous screen when I am still using my 16-inch MBP 2019 - It's unfortunate that we cannot hook this baby up to use the 27-inch iMac as Target Display Mode anymore. I bought an LG 32UN880 4k display and it has no match to this 5k iMac. Good luck finding one now peeps!

[@davesawyer]

I upgraded in September last year to the 8 core i7 iMac. Upgraded to 32gb ram and this beast of a machine should easily last me seven years.

[@JerrySchulze]

Very nice!

[@estebanhenriquez3491]

I just purchased the 10-core i9 with a 32GB upgrade as well. I’m anxious for it to get to me tomorrow!

[@JoeTourist]

I have a high-spec 2020 iMac 27" - 3.6 GHz 10-Core Intel Core i9, 64Gb memory, and AMD Radeon Pro 5700 XT 16 GB. Benchmarks for the newer Macs that have been released so far still can't beat it, except for an edge with single-core performance. As you point out, the ports, webcam and monitor are right up there with the best! I guess we will wait to next Spring to see what Apple presents as the replacement. For the next year or two, I'm very happy with my decision to buy the last Intel iMac that Apple produced. BTW, I run an app that is important to me that depends on Intel architecture, and the developers have stated that they won't be moving to full M1 support for at least another year, due to the recoding work involved. So I agree, there are still compelling reasons to stay with Intel for every day desktop use. BTW, I have a good quality Dell IPS 4k display as a second monitor, and as you assert, there is a *significant* difference between 4k and 5k!

[@JerrySchulze]

Thanks Joe, great points about Intel specific apps and 4k displays.

[@JeremyHalterman]

This is my exact configuration and will continue to be my main work computer until Windows runs natively on Apple silicon or I'm forced to switch to a dual-computer setup. I had the maxed-out 2017 iMac prior, and when I upgraded to this it felt like I finally had a truly no-compromises machine. Glad to see some love for this under-discussed powerhouse!

[@battman505]

This thing legit does it all, I saw some gaming benchmarks and what it’s able to achieve in that form factor is astonishing. Imagine what apple could’ve done with a new gen of non apple silicon imac’s.

[@ethamajin]

Still rocking my 2017 model without any hiccups. Still the best display I've ever used.

[@JerrySchulze]

fantastic!

[@abhijanmohanty2402]

I 100% agree with all your points... I bought this one even after knowing that the M1 iMacs were on their way considering 2 strong reasons.. a 27" or more M1 iMac would take at least a year or 2 to arrive and that too any new product usually comes with some inherent bugs that are usually fixed in the subsequent models. Today, I am happy for my decision after seeing issues with heavy swap memory issues with M1 Macs and considering the fact that you can not have larger memory like you can have in intel iMacs.

[@JerrySchulze]

I am super excited for the next large iMac. I really have found it to be the best desk experience with out the headaches of external displays. I really hope we get the ability to add extra memory to future Macs but time will tell.

[@robmlisanti]

Ive had my 2020 iMac since March and use it every single day, I leave it on all day and night...no problems plenty fast for my Accounting work at home and Music creation the only thing I did was upgrade the RAM to 32 GB

[@JerrySchulze]

Very nice!

[@transitengineer]

Thank you, for this excellent comment post one the value of Apple's last 27-inch iMac computer. For the power to price ratio, I would have to totally agree with you. However, for myself when buying an Apple desktop the looks of the system will also, come into play and this is where we differ. For myself, the best All-in-One Apple desktop is the 2017, "space gray" 27-inch iMac Pro with its included "space gray" matching keyboard, track pad, and mouse. Last year, I also picked-up another desktop system which, I love the "space gray" trash can 2014, Mac Pro with dual D700 graphics processors. Next, I added a matching "space gray" keyboard, track pad, and mouse plus an Apple DVD super-drive, and everything is working great together (smile...smile).

[@billiamnotbob]

I have an M1 Mac Mini hooked to a Dell 27" 1080P monitor. It's nice for my needs. Still, I must admit that the 27" 5K monitor does bring a sigh of longing whenever I see one. LOL

[@JerrySchulze]

Me too, every time I switch to something else.lol

[@boshrek4759]

I still want to buy this but feel I should be looking ahead and waiting for the new Silicone 27” or larger IMac. Still I really want this

[@JerrySchulze]

@@boshrek4759 If you are on the fence about picking one of these up, maybe this will help. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnq1k4eHfriEla8

[@L1D9M69]

Excellent job explaining about the 27" iMac. I currently have a 27" iMac that just died. And I am going to purchase this one again. Thanks!

[@JerrySchulze]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@iforgot3942]

I agree 💯%. I use mine as my daily work horse still today & it performs great. I plans to keep it until it stops working or stops performing well & can't be fixed. Although my M1 Max 16" MacBook is great for on the go. It performs great but the display is to small if I was to use it for desktop use. I could use my 40" 4k t.v. as a second display for both of my Macs. But the 27" iMac size is perfectly fine. Desktop: I like my 2020 27" 5k iMac a lot. Laptop: I like my M1 MacBook too. Nice channel here. Glad I found it. 🙂

[@TasosMauroudis]

Πολύ σωστά τα λες. έχει και boot camp χωρίς parallels και συνδρομές και 50% τις ισχύς gpu cpu ram... γελιο .. σκευτομαι να αγορασω iMac 2020 i7 5700xt στις αρχες του επομενου χρονου... εχεις απολυτο δικιο σε ολα οσα ειπες στο βιντεο... αντικειμενικος

[@PianoandKeysStudio]

Still running my late 2015 i7 27" - pleased that it will be able to go to Monterey next year and likely the next few revisions of ScreenFlow and Logic Pro. When eventually the time comes for me to upgrade, I'd hope the higher end M iMac will have black bezels instead of white. The newer design looks... good, but the 27" just looks a lot classier imo.

[@JerrySchulze]

Agree with the design.

[@johnger850305]

Wow this is really really detailed and in-depth points that only people put into lot of time would ever notice…..

[@JerrySchulze]

I hope thats a good thing! lol

[@privilegedchromosome]

This video offered a lot of sound advice. I just ordered the iMac 27 inch with the i9 processor. The iMac 24 inch definitely has it perks. However, the lack of ports and reliance on dongles is beyond frustrating. I am looking forward to editing photos and videos on my new iMac 27 inch. Thanks Jerry!

[@estebanhenriquez3491]

I recently purchased the M1 iMac and less than a week said: nope! So, I returned it and am waiting the arrival of my new i9 27” iMac as well!

[@privilegedchromosome]

@@estebanhenriquez3491 Awesome! Congrats!

[@markarmantrout646]

In the last couple days, I pulled the trigger on a heavily discounted 27” iMac i7, (COSTCO discounted $300 off their already low price and extension of manufacturer warranty up to two years and friendly/knowledgeable geek support). I’ve been debating this purchase since Aug 2020, but Apples recent direction and actions taken, have convinced me that they are headed in the “wrong direction.” Now, more than ever, consumers need bang for the buck, not big cost for more gain than they really need. The iMac i7 has more power than I’ll need, even in heavy use. Thank you for the video.., it confirms my logic.

[@JerrySchulze]

Very cool! that's probably a good deal. I actually did not like where the Mac was headed for a while and actually stopped using Macs for about 7 years from 2012 to 2019 so I get it.

[@djsnowpdx]

Solid! I like this statement. I don’t agree for my own use though. For myself, I have a gaming PC just a bit weaker than the iMac 5K maxed out model which I built prior to the iMac’s release for somewhat less money. I am extremely sensitive to noise and also hesitant to allow heat buildup in the summertime, and I was trying in 2020 to use a 16” MacBook Pro, sharing the display and speakers of my PC, as my only Mac. The 16” MacBook Pro with Radeon 5300M and 5500M graphics just really wasn’t designed to be used with an external display all the time. It runs much hotter while connected to one than while you use it unplugged in your lap. As a result, you can almost always hear the fans. This drove me to distraction. When I learned that the Mac mini with M1 was inaudible, I realized it would slot in with the display and speakers I had, and just work! It was such an easy and happy purchase that I prematurely ditched my $5,000 16” MacBook Pro within a month. But the 27” iMac is compelling because the 5700 XT model could run Windows in Boot Camp and be as powerful as my PC, or boot into MacOS and be a work horse, all without switching displays and speakers, or even designing a workspace that accommodates two computers at the same time. In the rare case where you need Windows and MacOS screens up at the same time, one could use Parallels and VM the Boot Camp partition. It’s a very compelling package for less than the total cost of my desk setup. But I am one of those people who needs Windows and MacOS in front of me at the same time and who has software/driver issues with Parallels which prevent me from using it for my workflow, so having two machines is strictly necessary for me at the moment, and my setup now allows me to keep the same 49” 600 nit display, $500 audio interface, speakers, etc. and upgrade the computer components when I want or need to do so. Plus, when I’m not doing heavy gaming, I end up with a Mac experience which is objectively as good or better in display and audio quality as an iMac, and bigger/louder, but the computer powering it all is dead quiet and runs cool. It just feels right. Also, the Mac mini has almost all the same ports as the iMac 5K, and the only adapters I’ve used have been USB hubs. Even those, I could have skipped with more careful use of the internal ports. So basically, I have a setup objectively better and more flexible than the iMac 5K, but which requires more work to use and which cost more money. I’m glad to hear the iMac 5K works for the rest of you!

[@JerrySchulze]

Lots of different use cases for sure but for anyone who just needs a single or primary desktop Mac this is the one to get, IMO.

[@JerrySchulze]

Also, what display are you using?

[@djsnowpdx]

@@JerrySchulze The Samsung C49HG90, now replaced by the far more expensive Odyssey Neo G9. All these giant Samsung displays have weird, unexpected and annoying flaws and trade-offs which mean I can’t recommend any of them. At the same time, I’ve been looking at this product every day for over two years, and it is a good display and a unique experience.

[@JerrySchulze]

@@djsnowpdx I bought a couple Dell displays recently to use them with my MacBook. I just love the iMac experience at the desk so much I returned them. I’m sure when new MacBooks come out I will use them as primary for a while so I need to keep my eye out for another monitor. Lol

[@bernios3446]

Nothing to contradict here: I love my iMac 5k i5 (1017) except that for video editing it is too slow. I impatiently wait for an M1 pro/max successor and hope it will stay in the same price league. Don't really need a mini LED display and would just be thankful for a "Macbook Pro M1 max" machine in an iMac 5k shape. Would choose a version with enough graphic cores, SSD space and RAM then keep it for at least 5 years.

[@azaidhabib5314]

I was in this exact boat. I bought the M1 mac mini, but didnt like the 4k monitor set up and having to buy all the peripherals. Returned. Then I waited for the M1 Imac, bought the 1tb 16gb version, and didnt like the port set up at all, and still seemed undersized and when side by side with the 27, it felt dwarfed. Returned. I just picked up a 27 imac i7, and after doing some research on youtubers comparing the M1 imac vs the i7 2020 imac 27, when it came down to video editing, and photo editing, even if it were a draw, it made it an easy decision to get the bigger 27 imac. PLUS I can upgrade the ram to a max 128gb, something the 2021 M1 imac cannot...great review.

[@JerrySchulze]

Did you check out the refurb store?

[@u4tmradio]

yup it sure is i got this maxed out love it!

[@Technocrat.]

Apple needs to add automated graphics switching for the 2020 imacs, so they can switch between APU UHD 630 and or 5700xt. My Windows laptop does this automatically with Nvidia dedicated gpu and or Intel HD GPU.

[@ignaciogranadosr6658]

I´d been waiting for a video like this for a few weeks now. I currently upgraded my system HD to an SSD for my late 2015 i5 27" 5k imac and it has made a huge difference but I am really tempted to sell it and get the 2020 i7. The T2 chip, possible upgrades to 128 RAM and the updated ports would be great though I really want to see what the new M1X imacs will include. Since I´m not really in a hurry I might wait til early next year to make up my mind. If I still decide to go for the 2020 imac, maybe by then I´ll get it at a discount! Thanks for the video just so I know I´m not crazy to be considering an Intel imac in 2021! Keep up the good work!

[@JerrySchulze]

I have a video on getting a refurb iMac from apple. That’s what this one is. Great computer, full warranty. And save a bunch of money!

[@Itsmargarine]

Ha! I just did that. Loved my 2015 i5 so much, but waited for the Apple chip upgrade that never arrived. Spent 6 weeks trying to find a better screen and failed. Bought a MacBook Air M2 and returned it. Now I’ve spent £250 on a new SSD for the 2015 and it’s SO much faster, it’s like new. And I’ve bought a 2020 i7 refurb, to protect me from obsolescence.

[@georgesenda1952]

Why not get rid of the bezels and make the chin transparent ?

[@TheAppleLoadout]

Great video and I totally agree. An incredible machine.

[@TechGently]

Who knew that Apple would toss the 27" iMac and go with the Studio which you need to add a monitor, making the iMac now even MORE valued, (you may still find them in major online resellers like CDW and Insight). Disappointed but I've got my 27" 2021 and sure in 3 years demand will be there for something iMac ish other than the 24".

[@JerrySchulze]

Ya I hope so. I love iMacs and hope to see it return.

[@guillaumed4145]

It is such a bad value for what you get, I do not understand that move from them....

[@markarmantrout646]

Jerry, another question I hope you have time to answer: Do you recommend Apple+ coverage for the 27” iMac i7? Other readers, your thoughts are welcome too.

[@JerrySchulze]

I dont know why but I have been buying apple care for everything lately. More about peace of mind with these things not having replaceable parts.

[@midnightsparkles3772]

I am a causal user, nothing intensive. I really love the design of the 27 inch iMac and don’t need anything bigger or super powerful. I’m not a fan of the new design at all on the m1 iMac, so would this iMac be fine for my usage?

[@JerrySchulze]

I would think so!

[@Doty6String]

I own 2 of these now, they are absolute beasts...im selling my mac studio because it Doesnt have as much power

[@GiovanniLizarragaLizarraga]

Hi. In your experience, Is the iMac 2020 better than the Mac Studio? Is the mac Studio overrated? Thanks in advance.

[@Doty6String]

@@GiovanniLizarragaLizarraga the studio has the edge in ports certainly. its also very quiet and cool. to me these edge it out for ram intensive tasks and they are similarly as powerful in exporting large files..the display in the imac should not be overlooked, its incredible. one of These imac's in top spec is very powerful computer and should be considered superb value. the studio is great if your workflow is more cpu intensive. im a music composer so im a ram hog.

[@AstralxProd]

@@Doty6String Have you compared them with video editing? I currently have a 5700 2020 iMac, and I'm debating picking up either the Mac Studio m1 max or the 5700xt i9 iMac.

[@Doty6String]

@@AstralxProd no im an audio guy. but Im a heavy heavy user.

[@AstralxProd]

@@Doty6String Gotcha, so you actually felt like the iMac could handle more than the Mac Studio?

[@Hitmanboss]

Im so happy, that I got it!

[@thejasontlewis]

After yesterday's even, I'm actually considering getting one of these again.The Mac Studio looks great and so does the Studio display, but how much more performance do you get if you buy both of those over the 5k iMac? At least a $1300 price difference. Do you still stand by this video after the Peek Performance event?

[@JerrySchulze]

Good question. I think it is time I move on just because of what I do. I still think that the 5k iMac is great, especially if you can get from the refurb store. The real question is how long Apple will support it. We see many years of support on iOS devices so my hope is we would get another 5 years after they stopped selling the intel version. I LOVE iMacs and am heartbroken if there will not be any more 27" versions.

[@thejasontlewis]

@@JerrySchulze I can get an i9 with a 5700XT Nano glass for roughly the same price as the Studio in the refurb store. That's real tempting.

[@JerrySchulze]

@@thejasontlewis Wow, ya. Especially if you have a need like virtualization or bootcamp.

[@thejasontlewis]

@@JerrySchulze I don’t really have a pc right now, so it might just be worth it.

[@survival2324]

@@thejasontlewis I just bought one with 128gb of ram and 2tb for $4800. I cancel my Mac studio ordered. It’s hard to compare to intel. At least the M1s are not fully develop yet. It will take at least three years

[@sharonzumpfe790]

I really like the size of the iMac 27” but am so afraid that it will become obsolete quickly and won’t be able to update. What are your thoughts on this?

[@JerrySchulze]

There is no way to know for sure but they are still selling intel Macs brand new today. iMac, Pro, Mini, and 13" pro.

[@WhittyPics]

I'm not worried about that. It runs all the software I use and it will also run Windows in bootcamp. Something the M1 can't do

[@falle07]

Well I am still running my iMac 21.5" 2011, I just added an SSD and for the most part I do a little bit of everything. So a 2020 iMac 27" should still be worthy for at least 7 more years.

[@Technocrat.]

I got a iMac 2020 8 core 5700xt 1TB ssd, cancelled the Mac studio and display and saved $2500cad.

[@JerrySchulze]

very cool! Refurb?

[@Technocrat.]

@@JerrySchulze of course, 2nd Mac, 1st one was late 2013. Love it, it's immaculate, brand new, Apple probably just reboxed the discontinued iMacs from Apple store in to refurb boxes. Even got multi score of 12k on Cinebench R23. Unigen Haven got 265fps high and 18.5 low, M1 Ultra got 165fps high and 15 low. So I'm happy.

[@TheMetalMag]

My 2013 27inch imac is here to stay except i can’t use the net on it anymore. I do my graphic, illustration etc..

[@JerrySchulze]

Interesting. They seen to run for a long time.

[@TheMetalMag]

@@JerrySchulze every mac last long time, you just don't use the net but now it's getting to be less longer sadly...

[@transitengineer]

For the last 15-years, I have maintained a two desktop set-up in my home office. My current back-up desktop is a vintage glossy white 20-inch G5 iMac which, I use for photo editing, recording live over the air TV shows and movies, and using vintage software. However, soon this back-up system will be be replaced by my 2010, Intel "mac mini" (the last model with a built-in DVD super-drive). This is because, my current main desktop computer is now a space gray "trash can" Mac Pro 8-core/ D700/ 64 GB/ 1 TB SSD model.

[@stuartcassley]

Top information as always , cheers

[@JerrySchulze]

Thanks!

[@truesearch69]

amazing review.. agree!! this imac 2020 3,1ghz 4 gb gpu basic.. is gold.. pure gold.

[@neninho69]

love your videos! and im gonna be honest! im still use an Imac mid 2011 27" running Sonoma better than Ventura! I just love this Imac!! keep the good work!

[@sayedfchy4646]

In 2023 - what would you suggest for day to day professional use: 1. 27" i7 Intel iMac 2020 or 2. 24" M1 iMac 2021

[@XX-11]

Best Imac best Design!

[@JerrySchulze]

Indeed it is!

[@yerolchihuan8086]

Great Video man, explaing about the iMac 27" 5K, I really like your videos. Keep up the great work, I follow you from Lima Peru...!

[@JerrySchulze]

Awesome, thank you!

[@michag5561]

Hi Jerry, can you provide link and name of this macbook stand at 2:00? Thanks for video.

[@JerrySchulze]

Gray Aluminum Laptop Stand: geni.us/O6xyS

[@stationmixer]

Watching this video on one, and it's great!

[@JerrySchulze]

Sweet!

[@markarmantrout646]

So Jerry, I’m interested in hearing your stance on the iMac 27” now that the Mac Studio has been announced.

[@tiffanyap007]

I just got one and I love it. Where did you get the bamboo stand?

[@JerrySchulze]

Good news! It’s in the description if interested.

[@terry9965]

Great video as always 👋👍

[@JerrySchulze]

Thank you!

[@JohnGijbels]

Agree, I picked one up new in July with i7 for 2000€, normally 2599€. And still have my old i7 mid2011, even that one is still great for web and office stuff (with 32GB and 256SSD)

[@JerrySchulze]

Very nice. I just keep going back to it when I try and go the laptop/display route or even an M1 iMac.

[@brendagray3220]

Love the video.

[@JerrySchulze]

Thank you!

[@adinchandra1797]

Yeah, the 27" iMac is Perfect Mac Computer. Because has ton of ports and it still good perform

[@DM-sc4zy]

If you remember what happened to Power mac, you'd probably know it won't take long before Apple will drop support for intel Macs, and so will many other software vendors.

[@JerrySchulze]

I went through that transition and this is not the same Apple with 7 users like it was in 2007. They still sell an intel Mac mini so my guess would be 3-4 years of major updates after they stop selling it.

[@DM-sc4zy]

@@JerrySchulze I certainly hope so. I still think buying new iMac 27 may not be a good investment though given their resale value will drop substantially with their end of support a few updates away.

[@RobloxianX]

I find it incredible that the maxed out 2020 imac is more powerful than the maxed out imac pro. I want to buy an iMac; however, I don't know if the i9 5700xt 128gb RAM option is more powerful than the M3 unbinned 24gb. I cant find any videos on the subject sadly

[@msbrina5]

When buying i Mac should u buy the apple care warranty or no ?

[@JerrySchulze]

For the last few years have been buying it. Totally personal preference. I still have not needed to use it on any device so may be a waste...

[@iwoodmac]

Thank you!

[@markarmantrout646]

With the release of the M1 Pro and M1 Max, do you still see the 2020 IMac as the superior machine?

[@JerrySchulze]

Yep I still stand by this. This is the best no compromise desktop Mac you can get. For professionals or non-professional users this can do everything that most people need and will do it for years. Plus if you buy a refurbished from Apple you can get even better price on an already great machine.

[@goatk1]

I just wish you could use it as a display as well!

[@JerrySchulze]

Yep

[@digitalmarketinghumans]

I believe you can with Luna display. It’s a USB add on. Only down side. This runs on your network so if wifi slow, it’s an issue. Another down side is no sound via the speaker. I’m using it with MBP 14” M1 Pro but you can also buy separate speakers or buy an audio interface + monitors to get sound. Also no webcam on original. It would only use the monitor display.

[@goatk1]

@@digitalmarketinghumans can this work on a windows machine?

[@juanpabloblanc2256]

Your right I'm thinking about getting the iMac27" because of the ports.

[@ikicaq]

I have the i9 10 core 5700XT 16gb fully specked out. I use Lightroom Classic, Photoshop and FCPX. It is doing a pretty good job, but is sluggish a lot of the time. Thinking about upgrading to a Studio M1 Max. Do you think this would speed things up enough to be worth it? I've only had it for 2 years. Thanks in advance. Great channel just subbed.

[@JerrySchulze]

Depends. What do you mean sluggish a lot of time?

[@ikicaq]

@@JerrySchulze Lightroom and Photoshop will start to slow down after processing a few Canon R5 raw files. Using brushes or zooming in and out stutters. Transcoding R5 HEVC 8k/4k to ProRes takes a very long time.

[@digitalmarketinghumans]

@@ikicaq hi, is that 16gb Ram in general? I have 64gb ram and no issue with sluggish raw footages. It rivals my MBP M1 Pro.

[@Sven.Jeschke]

The 5K iMac does one thing really well: fan noise. A LOT of fan noise.

[@JerrySchulze]

I just don’t have that issue. When I export video it may kick on for 1-2 min.

[@fabiankowalski3356]

What model do you recommend for editing photos (I use only Lightroom and photoshop) ? I’m a amateur photographer

[@JerrySchulze]

At the end of 2023, I wild go for the M3 iMac over this.

[@Teamshmo]

The real question is this or the m2 Mac mini with the studio display? The prices are pretty close to the same.

[@deonellis8577]

Wonderful machine!! Just got myself one of the last(brand new) 5K iMac's I could find! So sad they decided to take this machine off the market. They're going to be losing a lot of (potential) customers...not being too impressed with the new form factors and limited upgrade capabilities.

[@survival2324]

They still have some. Not new but I just ordered a 27” i9 10 core, with 128gb Ram, 2 tb with the most powerful 5700xt with 16gb. With nano-texture glass. It’s refurbished. But you can have the apple warrranty. I jus paid $4,800 on Apple Store. I cancel the Mac studio, for gaming is bad and not all apps are still available for M1s.

[@deonellis8577]

@@survival2324 Maybe there by you, you still get them. Here in the EU, the "old" iMac has been completely removed from all official (Apple) sites.

[@ТЕХНОЛЮБ-м1т]

Покупать или нет iMac 27 на интел в 2021 году или ждать обновление ???

[@JerrySchulze]

Это зависит от ваших потребностей. Если вам нужна Windows, учебный лагерь и мощный компьютер, то лучше всего 27. Если вам не нужна тонна мощности или Intel по какой-то конкретной причине, можно подождать.

[@TheRileyaok]

I got an iMac 27 today. I practically had to beg the employees to sell it to me lol

[@JerrySchulze]

Lol that’s awesome!!!!

[@lyndad5083]

I bought a 27” IMac Core i5 today but undecided if I should return it for Core i7 or wait for the new iMac 27” to come out. Suggestions or advices?

[@JerrySchulze]

I would wait until after 3/8 to decide. Enjoy it for the next 12 days.

[@lyndad5083]

@@JerrySchulze Thank you!

[@lyndad5083]

@@JerrySchulze What do you think about the new iMac 27” vs. 27” iMac intel core i5?

[@TALKCalgary]

It's an amazing machine that is in most areas better than the M1 24" Only one problem who in their mind is going to continue writing software for an obsolete platform?

[@abhijanmohanty2402]

BTW, I really like your videos.. even though I follow others on Mac content..

[@JerrySchulze]

Wow, I appreciate that!

[@ТЕХНОЛЮБ-м1т]

А теперь после выхода М1ПРО и М1МАХ разумно ли покупать iMac Intel 27 i5 ???

[@JerrySchulze]

Я думаю, что это разумно, исходя из характеристик и цены!

[@grantking4681]

Jerry, does the 5300 graphics card handle Photoshop 2021/22 easily enough?

[@JerrySchulze]

I am no photoshop expert but I would say unless you are working with multi-gig files with a crap ton of layers it should be just fine!

[@_em_rose_]

im planning on getting an iMac 27 inch. I use my computer for recording music, photography, and surfing the web and such. Would you recommend the i5 core or the i7 for this kind of use? im torn if I get the i7 or save the $400 and get the i5.

[@JerrySchulze]

Have you checked the apple refurbished? It will save you a lot of money and you basically get a brand new machine.

[@ReR7474]

Hey my man! Great video. Liked. I have one concern: what do you think how long will this Mac be reliable due to the M1 and all the numbers coming later vs the intel. I’m afraid in a couple or three years Apple would make this iMac obsolete (hardware wise) and I would have to download the new iOS via bootable..,

[@JerrySchulze]

I assume apple will support for at least a few years plus security updates. Depends on your hardware needs today.

[@apexstarfly190]

Do you expect replacement 27" iMac as some time or is it dead. With the last update I was expecting a bump up to the M1 chip but the 27" got left out. In fact if you look at the presentation video when they were shooting video in the lab i could not se one 27" iMac anywhere they were using just 24" ones.

[@JerrySchulze]

I am guessing next summer for imac and mac mini and fall for mac pro.

[@fs3966]

I was on the fence about upgrading my 2017 27 inch 5k iMac to the new m1 iMac, but I think I might hang on to it for a bit longer. Thanks Jerry for the great content. Or do you think a 2017 mac is getting a bit old?

[@MegaChriz]

I think that a 2017 iMac is more than recent enough! At home I'm still using a MacBook Pro from 2009 - though it can't handle everything anymore what I'd like to do with it, partly this is because of newer versions of software that no longer run on it, partly because some more intensive tasks take quite long. But there is still a lot that it can do well like photo editing, graphic design, programming and video calls (though when doing video calls in the browser the fans become quite loud). So if you don't experience lack of software support or intensive operations that take too long, then I think there isn't any hurry for you to upgrade soon.

[@fs3966]

Perfect thank you for the info Chris. I will hang on to my mac and save some money.

[@JerrySchulze]

Totally agree with this. Unless you are unable to do tasks you need to or it’s super slow for what you want to do you are probably fine keeping it. Thanks for watching!

[@sbarneaionut]

I just bough one of Refurbished store from Apple, so nice to see is still very good. Still have the M1 Air but the 2009 mac pro, even upgraded, needed to be replaced to be fair although is still good piece of kit that as well but this just is the best all rounder.

[@TM-vg4mx]

imac 27 (i5 or i7) vs imac 24? which one you would recommend? thanks for the great videos

[@JerrySchulze]

depends on needs really but I still love my 2020 27".

[@midnightsparkles3772]

Hi. When watching 1080p videos on KZbin, how do they look on this iMac? Are they at all blurry or unclear? I’ve never had an iMac before so I have no idea.

[@JerrySchulze]

not at all! of course the quality of the video matters, not just resolution.

[@dk2d254]

Someone finally with something positive to say about this version of mac

[@bjrod1]

I’ve been really debating on trading my 2019 27in for an M1 machine … I still don’t know if I should tho 😩 helllp !

[@JerrySchulze]

In regular use I find my i7 iMac to be just as good or even better sometimes. Besides all of the benefits of a large screen, better speakers, and more ports, The 5K imac still feels better for some reason. Even FCP for my Sony codec cameras feels like it edits better with less stutter.

[@abrantesfontenelle]

I agree 100%

[@AB-ub9nd]

You’re wrong, a 16gb m1 was superior in performance for 95% of tasks. And you don’t mention how quickly the fans ramp up on the iMac when you did anything

[@OgDj2024]

👍🏾

[@WhittyPics]

I get more spinning beach balls in my 2020 iMac than I did on my 27" 2013 model. It is a little faster but I don't think it is miles faster.

[@JerrySchulze]

That’s strange!

[@WhittyPics]

@@JerrySchulze The display is the biggest difference I notice

[@markarmantrout646]

Jerry, I am absolutely saturated with KZbin research. Saturated to the point of decision immobility. I find your videos speak to all levels of users and apply common sense. That said, here’s my dilemma: I have and in the shipping box an iMac i7, 512GB, 5500XT. I got this unit from COSTCO on sale for $1899.99 ($300.00 off normal price). With the M1X just around the corner, am I shooting myself in the foot? Should I take this back? Is this still a good purchase with future proofing in mind? How quick and how deep do you see the monetary value dropping?

[@markarmantrout646]

I look forward to your response to my assorted questions.

[@rebelsdeveloper367]

depend on usage , i have macbook air and intel 2017 . i used more intel instead m1 . supportt software m1 still struggle

[@markjones8121]

You’re not wrong. But … value for money will be the decider. Bang for buck the M1 might just beat the 2020 iMac … BUT, 2nd bargains make the most sense. Then again, what about heat? Fans? I’m still undecided.

[@JerrySchulze]

I may have covered that in my review but I almost never hear the fans and for a desktop I assume there will be a little heat.

[@mrrolandlawrence]

To be fair I can't wait to drop anything with an Intel badge for apple arm chips. 27" door stop for 2022 if you got an Intel 😭

[@joseloredo3615]

I am going to buy an iMac 27 i7 in the new year. 😀

[@JerrySchulze]

Nice!

[@joseloredo3615]

@@JerrySchulze Thanks for your content. Greetings from México City. ✌️🇲🇽

[@JoeCannon1]

Am I the person who thinks the old iMac design is so much better to the new design?

[@JerrySchulze]

Nope

[@JoeCannon1]

@@JerrySchulze Thank you. Lifelong windows users thinking of making the switch. Enjoying your videos :)

[@JerrySchulze]

@@JoeCannon1 I appreciate it! The switch can be fun if you enjoy learning new ways to do things. I switched to an iPad for almost 2 years before going back to the Mac.

[@Ilkello99]

I concur. Office work, some content and some beginner video editing - it works perfectly, no problems whatsoever. I just hope for 3-4 years of Apple support for it :)

[@JerrySchulze]

Hard to say but I think it will.

[@MegaChriz]

Last year I seriously considered this iMac with the idea that it would be nice to be able to run Windows on it if I want to. At about the same time I came across a few games that looked somewhat interesting but were only available for Windows. Later I found out however that some of these were also available on NVIDIA GeForce - and I also discovered that some Mac titles that I bought in advance (at a discount) were available there. So in terms of gaming, there was no hurry to upgrade. An other reason for me to go for this particular iMac was because of 3D rendering with Blender. But I discovered that Blenders default render engine (Cycles) cannot make use of the GPU on macOS on this iMac (not sure if it would on Windows, but that would imply a suboptimal workflow anyway if I constantly need to switch from OS). There is an other render engine available (made by AMD) that does work on the GPU, but most tutorials for Blender are using the Cycles render engine, so it might get harder to properly follow these. So these two things alone made the reason to go for this iMac already quite weak. Then there's also the fear that new versions of third-party software that I like to use (Blender in particular) may no longer support intel Macs in say five years. Okay, that's something that's unknown, so not a very strong argument. An other thing that looks like a downside to me is heat generation - which would not be great during hot summers. I like the idea that the M1 Macs run a lot cooler. So now I'm waiting to see what the rumored M1X will bring us. 🙂

[@JerrySchulze]

Good points. I would say for heat…it’s a desktop computer and not something I am concerned about. My i7 almost never spins up the fan.

[@jamesscoop9684]

Why the hell am I gonna pay well over $2k to get anything decent. Nope

[@JerrySchulze]

Depends on what you want.