Apple Unveils 24-Inch iMac with M3 Chip in India
Written by Sanjay Kumar
Apple, a tech giant known for its innovative products, has introduced an exciting upgrade to its popular 24-inch iMac line. This new offering, featuring the advanced M3 chip, was unveiled during Apple’s much-anticipated Scary Fast event. What’s more, this revamped 24-inch iMac boasts a sleek design reminiscent of the original 24-inch iMac with an M1 chip, which made its debut over three years ago.
With the inclusion of the M3 chip, this model comes equipped with an 8-core CPU and offers an impressive 10-core GPU, promising up to twice the performance of its M1-based predecessor, all while maintaining exceptional energy efficiency.
24-inch iMac M3 Price and Availability in India
The new 24-inch iMac with the cutting-edge M3 chip is set to make a splash in the Indian market. It starts at an attractive price point of Rs. 1,34,900 for the standard version, with special education pricing available at Rs. 1,29,900. The base model includes an 8-core CPU, 8-core GPU, 8GB of memory, 256GB SSD storage, and two Thunderbolt ports. Apple sweetens the deal by bundling the Magic Keyboard and Magic Mouse with the 24-inch iMac. Moreover, consumers can choose from a palette of vibrant colors, including green, pink, blue, and silver.
For those seeking even more power and performance, the 24-inch iMac with the M3 variant, featuring a 10-core GPU, starts at Rs. 1,54,900 (or Rs. 1,44,900 for education). This model retains the 8-core CPU, 8GB of RAM, 256GB SSD, and the essential two Thunderbolt ports, but adds Gigabit Ethernet and two USB 3 ports to the mix. The package also includes a Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and a Magic Mouse, and it’s available in an array of striking colors, including green, yellow, orange, pink, blue, purple, and silver.
As for eager consumers, the new 24-inch iMac with M3 is now available for pre-order on the official Apple website. Starting November 7, it will be available for purchase through the Apple website, Apple Store, and Apple authorized resellers.
24-inch iMac M3 Specifications and Features
While the outward appearance of the new 24-inch iMac with the M3 chip remains consistent with the previous model, the internals have been given a significant boost. The M3 chip, featuring an 8-core CPU and a powerful 10-core GPU, supports up to 24GB of unified RAM and is expected to deliver a performance that is twice as fast as the M1 chip.
This formidable chip is based on the Apple iPhone 15 Pro’s A17 Pro chip and is manufactured using a cutting-edge 3nm process, making it even more energy-efficient. On the graphics front, the chip offers hardware-accelerating mesh shading and supports ray tracing, opening up exciting possibilities for the iMac. Additionally, it is equipped with a 16-core Neural Engine for accelerated machine learning tasks.
The 24-inch iMac with M3 features a stunning 24-inch Retina Display that boasts an impressive 4.5K resolution and a brightness of 500 nits. Connectivity options have also been enhanced, with the inclusion of Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3. It offers up to four USB Type-C ports, two Thunderbolt ports, and Gigabit Ethernet support. The integrated 1080p FaceTime camera ensures crystal-clear video calls, and the six-speaker setup provides support for Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos. Running on the latest macOS Sonoma, this all-in-one iMac promises an exceptional computing experience.
Apple’s commitment to innovation and performance continues to shine with the introduction of the 24-inch iMac with the M3 chip, setting new standards for design, power, and efficiency in the world of personal computing.