The latest generation of the 24-inch iMac, equipped with the groundbreaking M3 chip, has taken the world of Apple computers by storm. First reviews have arrived and we take a look at the impressive performance of the M3 iMac by quoting some of the most renowned tech experts.
The M3 iMac promises a new era of performance for Apple computers. With a 3nm chip, WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, and up to 24GB of memory, it has raised high expectations. But despite its impressive features, some design decisions raise questions, particularly regarding the continued use of Lightning connectors on accessories.
The M3 iMac tests at a glance
- Matt Hanson (TechRadar): Matt Hanson emphasizes the design continuity of the iMac, but highlights the old frustrations related to the Lightning ports. He criticizes the port location for charging the Magic Mouse and argues for the switch to USB-C.
- Brian Heater (TechCrunch): Brian Heater is less concerned about the Lightning connectors, arguing that most users rarely remove their keyboards and trackpads. Nevertheless, he calls on Apple to switch to more contemporary connectors.
- Luke Larsen (Digital Trends): Larsen highlights the impressive performance increase of the M3 chip, which is 20 percent faster than its predecessor M1 in both single-core and multi-core areas in Cinebench R23.
- Brandon Hill (Tom's Hardware): Hill praises the 2023 iMac as an affordable and powerful system, but criticizes the entry-level price and limited configuration options.
Disappointing Lightning accessory ports
Despite the capabilities of the M3 iMac, there are ongoing frustrations with the continued use of Lightning ports for accessories. This particularly concerns the Magic Mouse and the fact that it cannot be used while charging.
Conclusion
The M3 iMac undoubtedly impresses with its impressive performance, as confirmed by the experts. However, Apple could improve the user experience by switching to more modern ports. Despite some disappointments, the M3 iMac remains a powerful option for macOS fans who are willing to overlook certain limitations. The new 24″ iMac with M3 chip is available now ordered and will be available from November 7th. It is available in seven brilliant colors, including green, yellow, orange, rose, purple, blue and silver. Prices start at 1,599 euros including VAT for the 8-core GPU iMac and 1,829 euros including VAT for the 10-core GPU iMac. (Image: Apple)
