Let's face it the iMac uses a mobile gpu, so-dimm RAM, non-upgradable parts and an under clocked CPU. It's basically a non-portable laptop. You're better off getting a MacBook pro and an external display. At least then you know where you stand.
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Is the iMac just a glorified laptop?
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What do you mean with "under clocked CPU"? The iMac uses desktop CPUs, the same ones you can buy for your own computer.
What's more, for one generation, Apple actually added in a CPU that Intel hadn't released publicly. That CPU had higher clocks than was available.
Besides, the iMac is a consumer device. A mobile GPU covers more than enough bases to satisfy users needs. Sure it's not going to play Crysis 2 at 1440p at 60fps, but it's going to be good enough for most normal tasks.
And here I thought spec wars were over.
Besides, the iMac is a consumer device. A mobile GPU covers more than enough bases to satisfy users needs. Sure it's not going to play Crysis 2 at 1440p at 60fps, but it's going to be good enough for most normal tasks.
And here I thought spec wars were over.
Sounds like the iMac isn't for you
However, it is an excellent choice for many, many folks
15" MacBook Pro w/ 500 GB HD = $1799
27" Thunderbolt Display = $999
Total Cost = $2,798
27" iMac w/ 1 TB HD = $1,699
Hmmmm, seems like a no brainer to me
Lets make a small comparison between the high end 27" iMac and the high end 15" MBP + thunderbolt display
price: 2100 vs 3500
gpu: 6970M vs 6770M
cpu : 3,4GHz vs 2,5Ghz
hdd: 1TB vs 750GB
I really can't understand why you would choose the iMac. Oh wait...
price: 2100 vs 3500
gpu: 6970M vs 6770M
cpu : 3,4GHz vs 2,5Ghz
hdd: 1TB vs 750GB
I really can't understand why you would choose the iMac. Oh wait...
Yes, and? What were you expecting for an AIO such as the iMac?
A moot point, what does it matter? It's fast enough, cheap enough and you can put plenty in there.
Except for the RAM, HDD, CPU, ODD and GPU. Really, the main thing that will stop you from upgrading the components is the fact that you can't change the logic board. Admittedly there's not a lot of point upgrading the CPU or GPU but it's still possible. There's that thing with fans maxing out after a HDD change in 2011 iMacs, so I'll give you that, everything still works though. I've never understood the 'fear' of taking off the glass panel and screen out, just be careful and you'll be fine
This is just straight out wrong.
It's basically an all-in-one desktop with a mobile GPU and mobile RAM, no surprises here.
I'm guessing this is a feeble troll attempt?
Troll....or someone trying to justify the portability premium they paid on their MBP.
And, someone who doesn't understand that it's the physical form-factor that defines the, um, form-factor.
If they really wanted to make a comparison they should have looked at a Mac Mini... much more 'laptop' like. In fact better, unlike a laptop you can pick your own monitor.
Portability premium? I have the latest 13" Macbook Pro, Mac Mini and a Thunderbolt Display; it's quite nice to be able to share the screens between two Macs if needed.Troll....or someone trying to justify the portability premium they paid on their MBP.
A fun troll, though.
But dude you are SOOOO wrong.
An iMac is a glorified iPad. Just wait and see.
But dude you are SOOOO wrong.
An iMac is a glorified iPad. Just wait and see.
$1100 premium for the ability to take it with you wherever you want, I think that's worth it...
Honestly, I would have got an iMac IF I had a desk/office and if I had internet to run the wifi for the iPad.
However, one is not limited to an Apple external display - There are plenty of 24" monitors out there that can look just as good for 1/4 the price.
I do think though, that maybe a MBP would be the better option due to the fact you can carry it somewhere if needed. But most time, you could have it docked to a much cheaper display and still come out paying just a couple hundred more (for the monitor/mouse/keyboard) -Thing is, not ALL your accessories have to be the expensive
brand.
However, one is not limited to an Apple external display - There are plenty of 24" monitors out there that can look just as good for 1/4 the price.
I do think though, that maybe a MBP would be the better option due to the fact you can carry it somewhere if needed. But most time, you could have it docked to a much cheaper display and still come out paying just a couple hundred more (for the monitor/mouse/keyboard) -Thing is, not ALL your accessories have to be the expensive
brand.
Doesn't matter if you think it's worth it not, unless you are a shareholder. In which you would think it's worth it. Apple can't make 'em fast enough so apparently there are lots of people who think it's worth the price.
Besides... how do know it's a premium? Perhaps it is the iMacs that are a terrific deal. In fact, I hear that alot... that the price of the monitor is worth the price alone practically.
I carry my eMac into McDonalds, today's iMacs are nothing.
You need one of two special power extension accessories. The home version is the best except for it is 3 miles (4.82km) in length and takes up the entire trunk (boot) of your car.
The auto version is not bad at only 100 yards (91.4 meters) but it requires that you leave your car running.
Those outlets in Starbucks go fast.
I've got a compact pickup, space is no issue.
And luckily, as a resident of a small town I live about 2.5 miles from McDonalds. I'll take the home version. For some I suppose, sure. But there are those of us who to which $1100 is more then a month's pay. I'll take an iMac, thank you.