Comparing the base model $1,299 24" M1 iMac to the mid-tier model with upgraded ram and storage at $1,899. Performance testing, benchmarks and comparison to see if you should get the upgraded version including extra USB-C ports, Touch ID and Ethernet.

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0:00 intro and what's the same
1:55 what's different in the box
2:56 physical differences
5:03 Geekbench Cinebench and fans
7:32 Final Cut and disk speed
8:34 should you pay more?



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