The new iMac is powered by M6 and combines up to a 12-core CPU and 12-core GPU with a dual 16-core Neural Engine, Siri AI, Apple Intelligence and macOS 27 to significantly improve performance and AI capabilities. Sales begin in early November, with a 7-color lineup and enhanced connectivity.
Apple has unveiled a new M6-powered iMac. It highlights substantial performance improvements and is designed to support everything from everyday productivity to creative work. The model features up to a 12-core CPU and up to a 12-core GPU, with a Neural Accelerator in each core. Apple says users upgrading from Intel-based systems can expect a substantial performance difference.
AI capabilities include a dual 16-core Neural Engine, improving on-device AI performance. Apple Intelligence and Siri AI in macOS 27 are designed to integrate tasks across browsers and apps more intelligently, with a focus on privacy.
Connectivity and storage performance have also been enhanced. In addition to Wi-Fi 7/Bluetooth 6, the iMac offers 2.5Gb Ethernet and SSD read/write speeds of up to twice those of the previous generation. Up to 4 Thunderbolt 4 ports support connections to external devices, including up to 2 6K displays.
Design features include a 24-inch 4.5K Retina display, a 7-color body and color-matched accessories. Preorders open on 29 October, with sales beginning on 6 November. Apple also described initiatives involving environmentally conscious design and materials.