Sensible config for 21.5"

[OneSon]

Hi there - I'm a new member to the forum but a long time fan and reader.

I'm purchasing a 21.5" iMac this week to use in a home-office. I'm wondering which, if any, upgrades are worth my while. I will be using the computer for:

- running audio file processing software (similar to audition)
- running statistical software (spss)
- word processing, powerpoint, and excel
- web-browsing and email etc

Realistically I could probably afford one maybe two of the following. Which should I seriously consider?

RAM up to 16gb
Fusion Drive
Processor up to i5 2.9ghz

Thanks in advance for any advice.

Ben

 

[Woodcrest64]

I'm not sure how demanding spss software is terms of ram. 8gb should be more than enough though from what I can see. The fusion drive though I highly recommend and the processor will be more than enough.

 

[Yullover]

Fusion drive for sure... i really enjoy it now in my 27"

 

[OneSon]

Thanks for the input. I get apple education discount so the fusion drive will cost around £175 extra.

Those that already have it - would you definitely recommend it?

 

[Johnf1285]

Thanks for the input. I get apple education discount so the fusion drive will cost around £175 extra.

Those that already have it - would you definitely recommend it?

The Fusion Drive is nice. I really like it. I came from a PC with 128gb SSD and 500gb HDD that I managed on my own. Having the OS do it for me is nice.