All-in-One Mac · Retina & Beyond · 2020
iMac (27-inch, 2020)
The last big Intel iMac was a polished endpoint: 10-core CPUs, better webcam, SSDs across the line and an optional nano-texture 5K panel before Apple Silicon changed the all-in-one story.
Final 27-inch Intel iMac, with SSD standard and an optional nano-texture 5K display.
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iMac (27-inch, 2020): key facts
When was the iMac (27-inch, 2020) released?
The iMac (27-inch, 2020) arrived on August 4, 2020. Apple discontinued it in March 2022.
How much did the iMac (27-inch, 2020) cost?
The iMac (27-inch, 2020) launched at $1,799 in 2020 — about $2,177 in today’s money (approximate, US CPI).
What specs stand out?
Key specs: Intel Core i5 / i7 / i9 at 3.10 GHz, 8 GB RAM, 256 GB storage, 27" Retina 5K, 5120×2880 (nano-texture option) display.
Why does the iMac (27-inch, 2020) matter?
Final 27-inch Intel iMac, with SSD standard and an optional nano-texture 5K display.
Full specifications
| CPU | Intel Core i5 / i7 / i9 · 3.10 GHz |
|---|---|
| Cores | 10 |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB (up to 128 GB) |
| Storage | 256 GB |
| Display | 27" Retina 5K, 5120×2880 (nano-texture option) |
| GPU | AMD Radeon Pro 5000 series |
| Ports | Thunderbolt 3, USB-A, Ethernet, SD |
| Weight | 8.92 kg |
| Dimensions | Aluminium 27" all-in-one |
| Operating system | macOS 10.15 Catalina |
| Released | August 4, 2020 |
| Discontinued | March 2022 |
| Launch price | $1,799 |
How the iMac (27-inch, 2020) compares to today
A 16 GB Apple Silicon MacBook Pro has about 2.0× more memory than this device shipped with.
At 3.10 GHz, the clock is roughly 1.0× slower than a single performance core of a 16 GB Apple Silicon MacBook Pro — and that is before counting cores, width and IPC.
This held about 65,500 modern phone photos — a respectable library even today.
Launched at $1,799 in 2020 — about $2,177 in today’s money (approx., US CPI).
Method note: clock comparisons use frequency only; price conversions use US CPI.
Did you know?
Apple never made a 27-inch Apple Silicon iMac, leaving this model as the end of a beloved size.
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Last updated: 2026-06-29