Apple iMac 27" Retina 5K Intel® Core™ i7 68.6 cm (27") 5120 x 2880 pixels All-in-One PC 32 GB DDR3-SDRAM 256 GB Flash AMD Radeon R9 M290X Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite 802.11ad Silver

Apple iMac 27" Retina 5K Intel® Core™ i7 68.6 cm (27") 5120 x 2880 pixels All-in-One PC 32 GB DDR3-SDRAM 256 GB Flash AMD Radeon R9 M290X Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite 802.11ad Silver

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Long product name Apple iMac 27" Retina 5K Intel® Core™ i7 68.6 cm (27") 5120 x 2880 pixels All-in-One PC 32 GB DDR3-SDRAM 256 GB Flash AMD Radeon R9 M290X Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite 802.11ad Silver :
27" IPS, 5120 x 2880, Intel Core i7 4.0GHz, 256GB Flash, 32GB 1600MHz DDR3, AMD Radeon R9 M290X 2GB, 802.11ac, Bluetooth, FaceTime HD, OS X Yosemite, Magic Mouse, Numeric Keyb DE/Doku EN
Short summary description Apple iMac 27" Retina 5K Intel® Core™ i7 68.6 cm (27") 5120 x 2880 pixels All-in-One PC 32 GB DDR3-SDRAM 256 GB Flash AMD Radeon R9 M290X Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite 802.11ad Silver :
Apple iMac 27" Retina 5K, 68.6 cm (27"), 5K Ultra HD, Intel® Core™ i7, 32 GB, 256 GB, Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite
Long summary description Apple iMac 27" Retina 5K Intel® Core™ i7 68.6 cm (27") 5120 x 2880 pixels All-in-One PC 32 GB DDR3-SDRAM 256 GB Flash AMD Radeon R9 M290X Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite 802.11ad Silver :
Apple iMac 27" Retina 5K. Product type: All-in-One PC. Display diagonal: 68.6 cm (27"), HD type: 5K Ultra HD, Display resolution: 5120 x 2880 pixels, Panel type: IPS. Processor family: Intel® Core™ i7, Processor frequency: 4 GHz. Internal memory: 32 GB, Internal memory type: DDR3-SDRAM. Total storage capacity: 256 GB, Storage media: Flash. Discrete graphics card model: AMD Radeon R9 M290X. Built-in camera. Operating system installed: Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite. Product colour: Silver

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Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:87

Uk has collected 145 expert reviews for Apple iMac 27" Retina 5K Intel® Core™ i7 68.6 cm (27") 5120 x 2880 pixels All-in-One PC 32 GB DDR3-SDRAM 256 GB Flash AMD Radeon R9 M290X Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite 802.11ad Silver and the average expert rating is 87 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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pcauthority.com.au

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2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:100

T here's no such thing as perfection, but last year's giant-sized iMac came close. Pairing gorgeous design with potent performance, Apple's all-in-one packed a heady array of hardware in a slimmer chassis than most 27in monitors. Now it's gone 11 million...

Mighty expensive, but still worth it...

ouritdept.co.uk

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:90

If you are a business professional or graphic designer and you are looking to upgrade your current Mac, it is well worthwhile taking a look at the new 2015 Apple iMac with 5K Retina display.Without a doubt when it comes to Mac devices, Apple delivers devi...

5K screen is nonexistent in all other devices on the market, Fast processing performance provides enough power for multitasking and getting things done, Ability to upgrade the memory with RAM slots that are conveniently located, Generous number of ports f...
Rather pricey when compared to other devices on the market. However, the screen is worth it, Unable to be used as a secondary display screen, Exhaust fan turns on and remains during and after heavy usage...

gadgetguy.com.au

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2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:90

Apple may have kickstarted the whole “Retina” high-resolution screen thing in computers with its MacBook Pro, but its desktop computers have never really shared the love. Until now, that is, as Apple's iMac gets a dose of a Retina reality, and we wish it...

Such a beautiful jaw-droppingly brilliant screen; Excellent colour and brightness, with so much of each to offer; Monitor goes beyond the 4K UHD resolution, and is technically 5K, meaning video editors can see the full 4K picture when they're editing; Sol...
Apple's SD card slot placement is still questionable on the back; Expensive;...
If the Mac Pro is out of reach and you just don't have enough to splurge on the amazeballs Darth Vader-esque machine that sits in Apple's top-end, the iMac with Retina is an ideal second place, upgrading the already excellent iMac with a monitor that real...

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theaustralian.com.au

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2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:0

Shopping for a smartphone, tablet, notebook or desktop is never easy with a confusing array of choices on the market. Take the guesswork out of the equation with our list of the best tech releases of 2014 that warrant attention this holiday shopping seaso...

techadvisor.co.uk

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:90

Apple’s latest iMac stands out for a number of reasons, but most obvious of all is its amazing 27in 5K display. With a screen 5120 pixels wide and 2880 pixels high, it offers the highest resolution of any display currently available and this feature alone makes the £1999 price tag seem more than reasonable...

The iMac with Retina 5K display is obviously in a class of its own, as well it should be at this price. However, the level of performance and ergonomics you get make it a very good value for money option if you can afford it. If you want touch input or to...

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goodgearguide.com.au

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2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:90

The launch of Apple's iMac was marked with an engineering feat. The company announced it would offer an all in one computer with a 5K display at a price its rivals would charge for the screen alone.Not everyone will need the rich resolution of a 5120x2880...

5K resolution display, Fast internal storage, Well designed...
Headphone port is on the wrong side, No CD/DVD/Blu-ray drive...

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wired.co.uk

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:90

Nigel Tufnel put it best in This Is Spinal Tap : "The numbers all go to eleven. Most blokes will be playing at ten but where can you go from there?" Eleven is "one louder" than the competition. Amidst a loudening concert of hardware companies singing the...

Amazing display, high performance across the board, excellent graphics performance, excellent design...
Good value for the tech but still expensive in current allinone market, can't be used in Target Display Mode, software required to take full advantage of 5K display...
If there was ever a headline waiting to be written it was "Retina iMac more powerful than Mac Pro". But that would be for shock value. The truth is that they offer different strengths to different people, but the Retina iMac is nonetheless a monster of a...

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pocket-lint.com

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2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:100

With ultra-high definition resolutions becoming increasingly commonplace, the desire for pixel-packed screens is bigger than ever. And the Apple iMac with Retina display surpasses the 4K trend that is eking its way into the home cinema space by offering a...

Great design makes for a slim 27-inch screen all-in-one, huge 5K resolution is ideal for video/photo/design work, customisable powerhouse with RAM access to rear...
Ports all to rear, not all applications will render resolution optimised, can become expensive as you'll want the RAM for heavyweight tasks, noise when fan kicks in...
The iMac with Retina 5K display is a great looking and powerful workhorse machine that, thanks to its super-high resolution, aligns itself with current professional practice and makes the desktop all-in-one relevant again. We're sad to see our revie...

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whatsyourtech.ca

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2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:0

To suggest that this particular iMac is all about the display isn't overstating anything. A quick glance at the spec sheet reveals that the components inside are largely the same as the non-5K model Apple released last year. One key difference is the AMD...

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macworld.com.au

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2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:90

I had the opportunity to test the base model iMac with Retina 5K display alongside a late 2012 27in iMac, and did so largely to compare the look of each display. At first glance, when viewing Yosemite's default desktop on each iMac, I didn't see a great d...

Gorgeous display; plenty of ports; solid performance...
Fan comes (and stays) on when very heavily tasked, $2999...
Apple iMac with Retina 5K displayApple, www.apple.com/au/ProsGorgeous display; plenty of ports; solid performanceConsFan comes (and stays) on when very heavily tasked$2999ReviewsAmong the many new and improved technologies promoted by Apple, one of the mo...

macworld.co.uk

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:100

It's hard to see the new iMac with Retina 5K display as anything other than a breakthrough in desktop computing.We've only had Retina-class displays since the iPhone 4 was launched in June 2010. Defined as pixel density so high the human eye cannot see an...

World's first Retinaclass desktop computer, Fantastic image quality whether judged by eye or measurement, Good balance of computer components inside...
Hard to return to lower resolution monitors after using an expansive Retinaclass panel...
There is no desktop computer like the iMac. That was true before it gained an ultra-high resolution display, and it's quite literally doubly true now. While the rest of the PC industry is still issuing low-grade and low-resolution displays with its PCs an...

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theregister.co.uk

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2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:0

It's kind of ironic really, that the most expensive, over-the-top version of the iMac ever released should actually turn out to be pretty good value for money. The so-called "entry level" iMac launched a few months ago may start at (what is for Apple) a...

It's certainly not the home computer that it used to be, but the iMac with Retina 5K Display will have designers, photographers and video-editors chomping at the bit. Most of them won't actually need the 5K display and will be able to work perfectly well...

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itpro.co.uk

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:100

Apple's 27in iMac are popular in creative environments where it's common place to see designers, photographers and video-editors beavering away on them. With the introduction of the 5K iMac, Apple is looking to increase its user base of professional cust...

5K display; Workstation performance; Thunderbolt 2; Upgradeable RAM...
Price jumps up quickly when configuring...
It's expensive, but the iMac's strong performance and unparalleled 5K display make it ideal for design, photography and video-editing work...

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techguide.com.au

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:100

Apple's iMac with Retina Display is by far the highest resolution computer screen on the market with a staggering 14.7 million pixels filling the screen.It has a resolution of 5120 x 2880 – that's actually a 5K display.There are plenty of 4K TVs – also kn...

Apple's 27-inch iMac with Retina 5K display is the best all-in-one computer on the market and backs the jaw-dropping screen quality and design excellence with incredible performance.27-inch iMac with Retina 5K displayPrice: From $2,999Related StoriesTech...

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Digitaltrends.com

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:80

4K this, 4K that, 4K, 4K, 4K! That's the message display makers have shouted for the past year and change. 4K is the wave of the future, it's amazing, and it's here now. At least that's what we've been led to believe. We couldn't help but picture Apple...

World's first 5K display, Stunningly sharp and detailed images, Powerfully equipped, Super thin and stylish design...
Games crash or are unstable at 5K resolution – for now, Not the best graphics chip, Stutters when scrolling through Web pages, Mouse and keyboard need updates...
The iMac with Retina Display has the best display we've ever laid eyes on. It's also powerful as hell across the board, and stands on its on (for the time being, anyway). The absence of 5K content leaves us wondering what need this display fills, however...

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trustedreviews.com

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:0

Apple's event on the 16th October wasn't just about the i Pad Air 2 and iPad mini 3 . The big surprise of the night was the impressive new iMac all-in-one with a Retina 5K screen. It's the most high-resolution display that's ever been made commercially a...

Still a great design, Incredible 5K Retina screen, Solid performance with Skylake chipset and discrete GPU, Rechargable keyboard an improvement...
Not ideal for gaming...
The iMac is still a winner in terms of design, but there's only one real talking point with this desktop, and that's the 5K screen. It's hugely impressive, even at first glance, and will make graphic designers, video editors and camera buffs froth at t...

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techradar.com

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:0

When Apple announced the iMac with Retina 5K display toward the end of 2014, it didn't come as a shock. The Cupertino-based company slimmed down its previous-generation iMacs two years earlier, and it felt like a matter of time before they would join a gr...

Truly amazing screen, Does high, end editing smoothly, Still a very small footprint...
Only 8GB of RAM standard, Basic GPU may be limiting for some pros, Price is quite high...
The Retina iMac really is a sight to behold, and works beautifully. It'll cost you, but it looks like something special for the money...

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stuff.tv

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:0

Now, the testing environments at launch events are never great, not least because there's always a demonstrator bending your ear about how wonderful the gadget you're inspecting is. But even with the bullsh1t detector at work, it's obvious that the Retina...

The early verdict Open Gallery It's impossible not to be impressed once you've laid eyes on the Retina Display iMac's visage. The screen appears to be just as good as its specs suggest, and the overall package, with its smooth tapering back and s...

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macworld.co.uk

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:0

As we expected we are happy to report that Apple has indeed updated the iMac, adding a Retina display model to the line up.In this first look preview we will tell you everything we have learned about the new iMac with Retina display, including what it is...

We'll wait until we've spent a little bit more time with the new iMac with Retina display before giving your our verdict. Tags: Mac, iMac Share this article require(['jquery', 'sendToFriend'], function($) { $('document').ready(function...

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techradar.com/au/

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:0

Given the Retina-tastic line-up of Apple mobile products - from the iPhone 6 to the iPad Air to the Retina MacBook Pro - it always seemed like a matter of time until Retina displays came to the desktop. That day is today, and the iMac with Retina 5K displ...

Truly amazing screen, Does highend editing smoothly, Still a very small footprint...
Only 8GB of RAM standard, Basic GPU may be limiting for some pros, Price is quite high...
On the outside, the Retina iMac remains essentially identical to the regular 27-inch iMac. It makes it kind of an astonishing thing to have on you desk in one tidy package. Apple's best desktop yet? Probably. Surely, even. But we wouldn't be surprised if...

gizmodo.com.au

Updated:
2015-06-04 14:50:22

Average rating:0

Hey, Apple. How'd you fit… all that stuff… in dem screens?! Poorly appropriated pop song lyrics aside, Apple's 5K iMac is bafflingly good. So good that Apple is going to have to pry this review unit from my cold, dead hands.Gizmodo loves technology. Our p...

Incredible screen, OS X Yosemite is a great upgrade, Well priced...
Yosemite has a habit of dropping frames, Not good enough to be a pro video editing machine, Still no UHD content readily available...
Listen. Few people really need this resolution, you want it. And that's ok. You're allowed to. If you're one of those people who has a need over a want, assess that you want to spend the extra $500 to get your hands on it. Think of it this way: you can g...

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gizmodo.com.au

Updated:
2015-06-04 14:50:22

Average rating:0

Resolution is often misunderstood. You instinctively know that you want more of it, even when its real utility doesn't live up to the marketing hype. And Apple's new $2999 iMac has a lot of hype to live up to.Gizmodo loves technology. Our product reviews...

Incredible screen, OS X Yosemite is a great upgrade, Well priced...
Yosemite has a habit of dropping frames, Not good enough to be a pro video editing machine, Still no UHD content readily available...
The iMac Retina 5K is indeed a stellar display with gobs and gobs of resolution. But the best uses for all that resolution involve working with visual content, not viewing it. It's a computer with a display for editors, designers and photographers. If yo...

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macworld.co.uk

Updated:
2015-11-20 12:26:59

Average rating:0

If you exclude the newer entry-level iMac it's been a year now since Apple last updated the iMac range. The current range of iMacs were introduced on 24 September 2013 when Apple added the Haswell processor, new graphics, next generation Wi-Fi and faster...

We'll wait to see what Apple launches before giving your our verdict - but we expect that the new iMac with it's retina display will make a big impact...

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dailystar.co.uk

Updated:
2016-01-06 12:16:01

Average rating:100

HIGH DEFINITION: The new iMac comes with an incredible 5K display [APPLE]Since its birth in 2005, Apple's iMac range has pushed the boundaries of home computing.From the original fruit coloured machines to the latest ultra thin iMac range, Apple has broug...

The iMac with 5K display is one incredible piece of tech.It looks the business, is fast and has one of the best screens your eyes will ever see.Apple's new OS Yosemite is also much improved and brings a seamless experience between all your devices.At £2,0...

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hardwarezone.com.ph

Updated:
2016-11-24 10:07:31

Average rating:0

No one can say for sure who started the trend of high pixel density count displays, but Apple was certainly amongst the first when they launched the iPhone 4 in 2010, which featured the company's first “Retina display”. And at the beginning of this year...

Performance BenchmarkingTo evaluate the new iMac with Retina 5K display, we will be measuring its Geekbench scores against some of the more recent Mac systems that we have tested - a Late 2013 27-inch iMac and 15-inch MacBook Pro as well as the recently r...

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hardwarezone.com.my

Updated:
2016-11-24 10:07:31

Average rating:0

No one can say for sure who started the trend of high pixel density count displays, but Apple was certainly amongst the first when they launched the iPhone 4 in 2010, which featured the company's first “Retina display”. And at the beginning of this year...

Performance benchmarkingTo evaluate the new iMac with Retina 5K display, we will be measuring its Geekbench scores against some of the more recent Mac systems that we have tested - a Late 2013 27-inch iMac and 15-inch MacBook Pro as well as the recently r...

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stuff.tv/my/

Updated:
2016-11-24 10:07:31

Average rating:80

Now, the testing environments at launch events are never great, not least because there's always a demonstrator bending your ear about how wonderful the gadget you're inspecting is. But even with the bullsh1t detector at work, it's obvious that the Retina...

It's impossible not to be impressed once you've laid eyes on the Retina Display iMac's visage. The screen appears to be just as good as its specs suggest, and the overall package, with its smooth tapering back and sharp edges, is nothing if not tempting.T...

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hardware-boom.com

Updated:
2017-05-17 02:45:43

Average rating:0

From the outside 27-inch Apple iMac 5k Retina looks exactly the same as the standard model with 2560×1440 resolution, but once you see in operation the screen with 5120×2880 pixels are then you immediately know you have something special to do.The design...

The Apple iMac 5k Retina is a unique device, equipped with a great screen and excellent hardware. The graphics, while not powerful enough to be hard with gaming in 4K, but that is not where a device such as this is primarily intended. It is also unfortuna...

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gizmodo.co.uk

Updated:
2018-06-24 17:25:34

Average rating:0

Resolution is often misunderstood. You instinctively know that you want more of it, even when its real utility doesn't live up to the marketing hype. And Apple's new £2,000 iMac has a lot of hype to live up to.The new iMac's Retina 5K Display seduces your...

The iMac Retina 5K is indeed a stellar display with gobs and gobs of resolution. But the best uses for all that resolution involve working with visual content, not viewing it. It's a computer with a display for editors, designers, and photographers. If yo...

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notebookcheck.net

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:0

After the MacBook Retina lines proved to be such a success, Apple is now releasing an iMac with a Retina 5K display. Like the displays in the MacBook Retina lines, the display has an exceptionally high ppi value -- a feature with which the manufacturer ho...

Apple iMac Retina with 5K DisplayLet us set aside the question of whether the 5K display is an advantage for the average users. However, when it comes to video editing we quickly noticed a difference between this machine and the non-Retina version. Editin...

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maclife.com

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:100

Apple's first Retina iMac is better than 4K, and the result is truly astonishing. The stand-out feature is obviously the display; otherwise, this iMac is outwardly no different to the other 27-inch models, including its selection of ports. At a resolution...

That glorious 5K display. Quiet and mostly unobtrusive. Largely wellspecced.
8GB of RAM is disappointing...

computerworld.com

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:0

There are 14.7 million reasons to want Apple's latest iMac -- the 14.7 million pixels that make up its stunning 27-in. 5K Retina display. At $2,499, the new iMac isn't cheap, but its screen makes this desktop a great value -- if you can afford it.Though t...

Incredible Retina display, fast Haswell system architecture, integration with other Apple products via iCloud and Continuity...
Other computers can't use the iMac as a monitor...
This iMac represents the best all-in-one computer for novices who want to be up and running out of the box immediately, while at the same time packing enough horsepower to make high-end users warrant a look...

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macnn.com

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:100

The Apple iMac with Retina 5K display is the first Apple desktop computer to sport one of Apple's vaunted Retina displays. Although it has taken some time for the technology to make its way to the larger display format, the wait has been worth it. While i...

Incredible display, Outstanding value for money, Fast system architecture throughout, Beautiful design...
Apple RAM upgrades are expensive, but you can upgrade the RAM yourself, Builtin speakers a good, but not spectacular...

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appleinsider.com

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:100

After years of waiting, Mac faithful can finally purchase an ultra high-resolution display made by Apple that not only mates quality with a competitive price tag, but comes with a capable built-in computer to boot...

Retina 5K display is incredibly bright, detailed and accurate, Ability to cut 4K video with screen real estate to spare, Priced in line with standalone ultra highres monitors...
Base configuration needs more RAM...
From the moment you power on the iMac with Retina 5K display and are met with OS X Yosemite's familiar Apple logo rendered in crisp relief, it is exceedingly clear that Apple has built something special. Memory issues aside (easily remedied with add-on R...

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gizmodo.com

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:0

Resolution is often misunderstood. You instinctively know that you want more of it, even when its real utility doesn't live up to the marketing hype. And Apple's new $2500 iMac has a lot of hype to live up to.AdvertisementThe new iMac's Retina 5K Display...

Everything on your screen just looks incredibly sharp and natural, especially text and elements of the operating system. Content creators will love being able to see more of their work at native resolution, and will benefit from the additional real-estate...
For viewing video content at normal distances, there isn't a huge difference between the Retina 5K and the previous iMac. The base model doesn't have the power to accommodate heavy production tasks, so prepare to pay more. Annoying that only the RAM is us...
The iMac Retina 5K is indeed a stellar display with gobs and gobs of resolution. But the best uses for all that resolution involve working with visual content, not viewing it. Its a computer with a display for editors, designers, and photographers. If yo...

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tomsguide.com

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:80

It's OK to stare. The Apple iMac with Retina 5K display has the sharpest screen of any all-in-one, making everything from text on websites to ultra- high-res movies look incredibly alluring. The rest of the machine isn't too shabby, either, with a razor-t...

Stunning 5K display, Robust software suite, Solid productivity performance, Elegant design...
Pricey, Mixed gaming performance...
The Apple iMac with Retina 5K display offers powerful performance and the sharpest all-in-one screen on the market. It's OK to stare. The Apple iMac with Retina 5K display has the sharpest screen of any all-in-one, making everything from text...

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slashgear.com

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:0

It takes a lot to stand out in tech these days, but the 2014 iMac with Retina 5K display manages it. Fronted by a frankly astonishing number of very, very pleasing pixels, it's the all-in-one that's already luring many away from the Mac Pro order page. Wh...

There's no denying that there's a dearth of generally available content to suit the iMac's Retina resolution. The regular 27-inch version can handle 1080p, iTunes still doesn't have 4K content, and while Netflix is one of the few streaming services that d...

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theverge.com

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:89

Well would you look at thatEvery once in a while, a gadget completely resets the curve. Once I started wearing good, expensive headphones, I suddenly couldn't even tolerate Apple's EarPods anymore. When I first grabbed my friend's BlackBerry because I nee...

Spectacular display, Slim, attractive body, A terabyte of solid-state storage is a remarkable thing, Seriously, the screen is fantastic...
You'll pay for the power you need, Doesn't work as a secondary display...
More times than not, the Verge score is based on the average of the subscores below. However, since this is a non-weighted average, we reserve the right to tweak the overall score if we feel it doesn't reflect our overall assessment and price of the produ...

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mashable.com

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:0

There is a lot to like about Apple's 27-inch iMac With Retina 5K Display . In addition to having the fastest processor that Apple's ever put in an iMac as well as a super-slim frame, the Retina 5K iMac is stunning with a 5,120 x 2,880 display that seems t...

Amazing screen, Solid performance, Solid price point...
Can't use as external monitor, Only RAM is upgradeable, Very little 4K content...
The 27-inch iMac With Retina 5K Display is the most impressive screen we've ever seen and the best all-in-one computer on the market...

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computershopper.com

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:90

You can't be a big-picture person if your computer shows the measly 1,920x1,080 pixels (1080p resolution) of high-definition TVs and most all-in-one desktop PCs. Or even the 2,560x1,440 resolution of Apple's $1,799 27-inch iMac , matched only by the Dell...

Astonishing 5,120x2,880 display, Zippy performance, except for gaming, Nifty Fusion Drive, Superlative software, Fairly priced...
No video input, Unlike other iMacs, can't be used as a monitor, No front-mounted USB ports, Oh, forget it, just look at that screen...
Apple brings unbelievable 5K resolution to the all-in-one desktop, lifting photo and 4K video editors to ecstasy and delivering a nearly flawless hardware/software/visual experience. Read More…...

wired.com

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:90

WIREDAbsolutely the best PC display, desktop or otherwise, you can buy. Very reasonable price tag for a 5K machine. Solid performance. Whisper-thin unibody design.TIREDWish the stand had adjustable height. Rear ports are difficult to reach; plugging in pe...

Absolutely the best PC display, desktop or otherwise, you can buy. Very reasonable price tag for a 5K machine. Solid performance. Whisperthin unibody design...
Wish the stand had adjustable height. Rear ports are difficult to reach; plugging in peripherals takes some trial and error. Broadwell processors will likely bring faster processing in an update next year...

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pcmag.com

Updated:
2015-04-26 13:20:57

Average rating:90

Often, Apple unveils a new product to great fanfare and collective fawning over the hot new thing—even when the hot new thing is just a repackaged version of an old thing. But with the latest iMac, Apple wows with a feature no one else has matched thus fa...

Brilliant 27-inch 5K display brings Retina to the iMac. High-end performance for video and photo editing. Fusion Drive comes standard.
Loses the monitor functionality of other iMacs. Upgrades limited to adding RAM. Lacks height adjustment. Rear-mounted ports aren't convenient...
Apple's beautifully designed 27-inch iMac with Retina 5K Display will surely dazzle anyone who works in 4K video or high-resolution photography. The unmatched display paired with solid high-end performance at a surprisingly affordable price makes it our...

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Updated:
2015-11-28 09:59:51

Average rating:93

When Apple held one of its big keynotes last week, it was easy to think of it as "iPad day." Sure enough, the company announced some upgraded tablets, but it was a desktop, of all things, that stole the show. Though the new 27-inch iMac with Retina displa...

Best-in-class 5K screen offers bright colors, wide viewing angles, Fast performance, Attractive design, Robust audio...
Expensive compared to other all-in-ones, Can't be used as a secondary display...
The iMac's 5K Retina display puts it in a class of its own, though with a starting price twice that of rival machines, it's not for everybody. We mainly recommend it for photo and video enthusiasts, especially people who couldn't otherwise justify the co...

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