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iMac (21.5-inch, 2017) Specifications

Complete Apple iMac (21.5-inch, 2017) technical specifications · model numbers, colors, storage, dimensions and hardware details.

Chip: 2.3GHz2.3GHz dual‑core Intel Core i5, Turbo Boost up to 3.6GHz; 2.3GHz dual‑core Intel Co… Display: 21.5-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit display; 1920‑by‑1080 resolution with support for millio… Camera: FaceTime HD camera; Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in displa…
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Display
21.5-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit display; 1920‑by‑1080 resolution with support for millions of colors
Chip
2.3GHz2.3GHz dual‑core Intel Core i5, Turbo Boost up to 3.6GHz; 2.3GHz dual‑core Intel Core i5, Turbo Boost up to 3…
Storage / Colors
1TB, 256GB · 21.5-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit display, 1920‑by‑1080 resolution with support for millions of colors
Weight / OS
5440 g · macOS

Apple iMac (21.5-inch, 2017) technical specifications

This page contains complete technical specifications for Apple iMac (21.5-inch, 2017), including display, chip, storage, colors, model numbers, dimensions, weight, operating system, connectivity, battery information and other hardware details.

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↔Size and Weight

  • Height: 17.7 inches (45.0 cm)
  • Width: 20.8 inches (52.8 cm)
  • Stand depth: 6.9 inches (17.5 cm)
  • Weight: 12.0 pounds (5.44 kg)2

▣Display

  • 21.5-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit display
  • 1920‑by‑1080 resolution with support for millions of colors

iOperating System

  • macOS
  • macOS is the most advanced desktop operating system in the world. macOS Big Sur introduces a bold new design and major updates to apps — taking macOS to a new level of power and beauty.
  • Learn more about latest operating system

iAccessibility

  • Accessibility features help people with disabilities get the most out of their new iMac. With built-in support for vision, hearing, mobility, and learning, you can create and do amazing things.
  • Learn more about Accessibility
  • Features include:
  • Voice Control
  • VoiceOver
  • Zoom
  • Increase Contrast
  • Reduce Motion
  • Siri and Dictation
  • Switch Control
  • Closed Captions
  • Text to Speech

iIn the Box

  • iMac
  • Magic Keyboard
  • Magic Mouse
  • Power cord
  • Lightning to USB Cable
  • Polishing cloth

iAcoustic Performance

  • Declared noise emission values in accordance with ECMA-109
  • Sound Power LevelL W A,m (B)Sound Pressure LevelOperator PositionL p A,m (dB)Idle2.0 (K V = 0.3)11Wireless web1.9 (K V = 0.3)11Hard drive seek2.0 (K V = 0.3)12
  • L W A,m is the mean A-weighted sound power level, rounded to the nearest 0.1 B.
  • L p A,m is the mean A-weighted sound pressure level measured at operator position (rounded to the nearest 1 dB).
  • 1 B (bel) = 10 dB (decibel)
  • K v is the statistical adder for computing upper-limit of A-weighted sound power level.
  • The quantity, L W A,c (formerly called L W Ad) may be computed from the sum of L W A,m and K v.
  • The Wireless web test browses 25 popular websites.
  • Configuration tested: 2.3GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB memory, 1TB hard drive, Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640.

iAudio

  • Stereo speakers
  • Microphone
  • 3.5 mm headphone jackSupport for Apple iPhone headset with microphone
  • Support for Apple iPhone headset with microphone

iBuilt-in Apps3

  • Photos
  • iMovie
  • GarageBand
  • Pages
  • Numbers
  • Keynote
  • Siri
  • Safari
  • Mail
  • FaceTime
  • Messages
  • Maps
  • News
  • Stocks
  • Home
  • Voice Memos
  • Notes
  • Calendar
  • Contacts
  • Reminders
  • Photo Booth
  • Preview
  • Books
  • App Store
  • Time Machine
  • TV
  • Music
  • Podcasts
  • Find My
  • QuickTime Player

iConfigure to Order

  • Configure your iMac with these options.
  • Looking for an iMac you can mount on a wall or an adjustable arm? Choose an iMac with a Built-in VESA Mount Adapter
  • Magic Trackpad
  • Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad
  • 16GB memory upgrade
  • 1TB Fusion Drive
  • 256GB SSD

⌁Connections and Expansion

  • 3.5 mm headphone jack
  • SDXC card slot
  • Four USB-A ports
  • Two Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports with support for:DisplayPortThunderbolt (up to 40Gb/s)USB 3.1 Gen 2 (up to 10Gb/s)Thunderbolt 2, HDMI, DVI, and VGA supported using adapters (sold separately)
  • DisplayPort
  • Thunderbolt (up to 40Gb/s)
  • USB 3.1 Gen 2 (up to 10Gb/s)
  • Thunderbolt 2, HDMI, DVI, and VGA supported using adapters (sold separately)
  • 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45 connector)
  • Kensington lock slot

iElectrical and Operating Requirements

  • Line voltage: 100–240V AC
  • Frequency: 50Hz to 60Hz, single phase
  • Operating temperature: 50° to 95° F (10° to 35° C)
  • Relative humidity: 5% to 90% noncondensing
  • Operating altitude: tested up to 16,400 feet (5000 meters)

iGraphics

  • Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640

iiMac and the Environment

  • We take responsibility for the environmental footprint of our products throughout their life cycle. Learn more about iMac and the Environment
  • The 21.5-inch iMac is designed with the following features to reduce its environmental impact:4
  • Smarter chemistry5
  • Arsenic-free display glass
  • Mercury-, BFR-, PVC-, and beryllium-free
  • Responsible packaging
  • 100% of virgin wood fiber comes from responsibly managed forests
  • Read the 21.5-inch iMac Environmental Report for detailed information on this product’s environmental performance.

iInput

  • Magic Keyboard
  • Magic Mouse
  • Configurable with Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad
  • Configurable with Magic Trackpad

iMemory

  • 2.3GHz8GB of 2133MHz DDR4 memoryConfigurable to 16GB
  • 8GB of 2133MHz DDR4 memory
  • Configurable to 16GB

⚙Processor

  • 2.3GHz2.3GHz dual‑core Intel Core i5, Turbo Boost up to 3.6GHz
  • 2.3GHz dual‑core Intel Core i5, Turbo Boost up to 3.6GHz

iStorage1

  • 1TB (5400-rpm) hard driveConfigurable to 1TB Fusion Drive or 256GB SSD
  • Configurable to 1TB Fusion Drive or 256GB SSD

◉Video Support and Camera

  • FaceTime HD camera
  • Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display at millions of colors and:One 5120‑by‑2880 (5K) external display at 60Hz with support for 1 billion colors, orTwo 3840-by-2160 (4K UHD) external displays at 60Hz with support for 1 billion colors, orTwo 4096‑by‑2304 (4K) external displays at 60Hz with support for millions of colors
  • One 5120‑by‑2880 (5K) external display at 60Hz with support for 1 billion colors, or
  • Two 3840-by-2160 (4K UHD) external displays at 60Hz with support for 1 billion colors, or
  • Two 4096‑by‑2304 (4K) external displays at 60Hz with support for millions of colors
  • Thunderbolt 3 digital video output
  • Native DisplayPort output over USB‑C
  • Thunderbolt 2, HDMI, DVI, and VGA output supported using adapters (sold separately)

⌁Wireless

  • Wi-Fi802.11ac Wi-Fi wireless networkingIEEE 802.11a/b/g/n compatible
  • 802.11ac Wi-Fi wireless networking
  • IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n compatible
  • BluetoothBluetooth 4.2 wireless technology
  • Bluetooth 4.2 wireless technology

iMac (21.5-inch, 2017) FAQ

What is the display size of Apple iMac (21.5-inch, 2017)?

Apple iMac (21.5-inch, 2017) has 21.5-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit display; 1920‑by‑1080 resolution with support for millio….

What chip does Apple iMac (21.5-inch, 2017) use?

Apple iMac (21.5-inch, 2017) uses 2.3GHz2.3GHz dual‑core Intel Core i5, Turbo Boost up to 3.6GHz; 2.3GHz dual‑core Intel Co….

What storage capacities are available for Apple iMac (21.5-inch, 2017)?

Available storage capacities include 1TB, 256GB.