Larger iMac With Around 32-Inch Display Reportedly in Early Testing

[JPack]

Why are some people assuming it’ll be some expensive XDR display?

Check out the 15-inch MacBook Air. It’ll probably based on the same idea. A reasonable display paired with a mid-range processor.

 

[jz0309]

Definitely my next Mac if its within reason where price is concerned. If its over 2,200 though I am just going to get a Mac Studio and use my existing 3 displays.

at 32" it would b 6k resolution - WHY would Apple sell that for less than the XDR price?

 

[jz0309]

Why are some people assuming it’ll be some expensive XDR display?

Check out the 15-inch MacBook Air. It’ll probably based on the same idea. A reasonable display paired with a mid-range processor.

a MBA is entry level - would a 32" iMac be entry level? I don't think so.
What's the market for 32" displays? 32"iMac?

 

[saudor]

Please have the adjustable stand. 🤞Please have the adjustable stand. 🤞Even as an add-on. Worth it.

we’d be lucky if it even comes with a stand.

 

[EugW]

at 32" it would b 6k resolution - WHY would Apple sell that for less than the XDR price?

The Pro Display XDR is a 1600 nit FALD display. Most mainstream users don't need this.

And personally, I'd rather have it be a 5.5K-ish display.

 

[Zest28]

Make sense. There is no point to release a 27” iMac if there exist a 24” iMac, the difference is too small.

 

[BornAgainMac]

I really hope it includes a stand

Stack of old books.

 

[Zest28]

Why are some people assuming it’ll be some expensive XDR display?

Check out the 15-inch MacBook Air. It’ll probably based on the same idea. A reasonable display paired with a mid-range processor.

Indeed. It will simply be a 60hz 6K IPS panel.

 

[AppleTO]

Maybe a 30” 5.5K display? 32 would need to be 6K. At that point the machine would end up over 3 grand.

 

[jz0309]

The Pro Display XDR is a 1600 nit FALD display. Most mainstream users don't need this.

And personally, I'd rather have it be a 5.5K-ish display.

I get that, but look at the 5k market, 3 or 4 options after how many years?

And, the Dell 6k display sells for what, 2200 US$ (it's not on par with the XDR) or so? add a Mx processor and other needed parts to make that an iMac and you're well above $3k, more like $3.5k entry price - what is the market for that?

 

[JPack]

a MBA is entry level - would a 32" iMac be entry level? I don't think so.
What's the market for 32" displays? 32"iMac?

The 13-inch M1 is entry level. The 15-inch is a couple steps up. Everybody’s looking for a 27- or 32-inch display these days except those with no space.

 

[Mr. Dee]

the screen alone will be more than 2200. I think this machine will start at 6 grand if it launches.

I'm in denial, but I suspect you are right. This is especially true if its supposed to be a successor to the iMac Pro. Apple will just say we are giving you more performance for less money, ie. Mac Pro. I just wish the company could recognize that sweet spot between value and affordability. Many just want a bigger display. For me, it would mean downsizing from 3 displays to just the iMac, 13 inch MacBook Pro and my iPad.

 

[JPack]

I get that, but look at the 5k market, 3 or 4 options after how many years?

And, the Dell 6k display sells for what, 2200 US$ (it's not on par with the XDR) or so? add a Mx processor and other needed parts to make that an iMac and you're well above $3k, more like $3.5k entry price - what is the market for that?

Dell’s 6K monitor has a Thunderbolt 4 dock built-in with a fancy height adjustable + pivot stand + 4K webcam. It has comparable I/O to the Mac Studio. It’s also priced high because it’s the only 6K in the world. An iMac will have much high economies of scale and integration.

Apple can easily sell such a 6K iMac for $2,500 in a couple years.

 

[UltimateSyn]

I really hope it has mini-LED and ProMotion.

 

[Zest28]

I get that, but look at the 5k market, 3 or 4 options after how many years?

And, the Dell 6k display sells for what, 2200 US$ (it's not on par with the XDR) or so? add a Mx processor and other needed parts to make that an iMac and you're well above $3k, more like $3.5k entry price - what is the market for that?

It is the market of the iMac Pro.

The Intel iMac Pro started at $4999 and that was for a 27” display.

 

[Warped9]

If there was crazy demand for the larger iMac then Apple most likely would have had it out by now. The prospect this larger iMac is still a year or more away leads me to suspect demand for it isn’t all that great beyond the fanbase on MacRumors.

 

[jz0309]

It is the market of the iMac Pro.

The Intel iMac Pro started at $4999 and that was for a 27” display.

Yep, agree.
Why would Apple offer a 32” iMac for cheaper than an iMac Pro?

 

[jz0309]

Dell’s 6K monitor has a Thunderbolt 4 dock built-in with a fancy height adjustable + pivot stand + 4K webcam. It has comparable I/O to the Mac Studio. It’s also priced high because it’s the only 6K in the world. An iMac will have much high economies of scale and integration.

Apple can easily sell such a 6K iMac for $2,500 in a couple years.

You think they can, but will they? Ok, let’s revisit this in 2025

 

[EugW]

I get that, but look at the 5k market, 3 or 4 options after how many years?

And, the Dell 6k display sells for what, 2200 US$ (it's not on par with the XDR) or so? add a Mx processor and other needed parts to make that an iMac and you're well above $3k, more like $3.5k entry price - what is the market for that?

Exactly, the point is it is NOT on par with the Pro XDR, so it can be sold for way, way cheaper. It's a 6K display that retails for US$2399 but which can be purchased on sale for under $2200. The Pro XDR's 1600 nit display consumes a lot of energy and heats up significantly, requiring a heavily ventilated design to compensate, and most users don't need or even want that. A 600 nit non-HDR display makes a lot more sense, esp. if Apple were forego the 218 ppi spec and release something like 5.5K at closer to 200 ppi (which is still "Retina").

As for an iMac, it'd have to be more expensive, yes, but certainly not anywhere near Pro XDR pricing. The Pro XDR is a low volume high end niche product, like the Mac Pro.

 

[multipasser]

Make it 6k please! Still loving my imac Pro 10core! Still a beast for adobe AE/Photoshop/illustrator.
2017 edition so 6years in, would be great to buy a new one end of 2024.

 

[Schizoid]

Will there be a completely pointless 8gb RAM and 256gb option?

 

[emulajavi]

A $1799 27-inch iMac is all we ask for.

 

[Gudi]

I would have instant bought one last year… but I’ve already committed to Mac Studio now. Ultimately, this path will be cheaper in the long run assuming the Studio Display doesn’t become obsolete.

No it won't be cheaper. $1599 is an obscene price for a display without keyboard, mouse and bring-your-own-Mac.

 

[EugW]

Will there be a completely pointless 8gb RAM and 256gb option?

If such an iMac were to be released, my guess is it would start at 16 GB 512 GB, like the M2 Pro Mac mini.

 

[iSuzan]

I will hear you all cry when you hear the price. My guess is the starter option for about 3500/3800. Or if it’s 2025 it will be 3999.

And to be honest, I would not buy an all-in-one Mac ever again. Much better to be independent and can by Mac and display separately.