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iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Late 2015) Specifications

Complete Apple iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Late 2015) technical specifications · model numbers, colors, storage, dimensions and hardware details.

Chip: 3.2GHz3.2GHz quad‑core Intel Core i5 (Turbo Boost up to 3.6GHz); 3.2GHz quad‑core Intel C… Display: 27-inch (diagonal) Retina 5K display with IPS technology; 5120‑by‑2880 resolution with su… Camera: FaceTime HD camera; Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in displa…
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Display
27-inch (diagonal) Retina 5K display with IPS technology; 5120‑by‑2880 resolution with support for millions o…
Chip
3.2GHz3.2GHz quad‑core Intel Core i5 (Turbo Boost up to 3.6GHz); 3.2GHz quad‑core Intel Core i5 (Turbo Boost up to 3.6G…
Storage / Colors
3TB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB · 27-inch (diagonal) Retina 5K display with IPS technology, 5120‑by‑2880 resolution with support for millions of colors
Weight / OS
9540 g · macOS

Apple iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Late 2015) technical specifications

This page contains complete technical specifications for Apple iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Late 2015), 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

  • 27-inch iMacHeight: 20.3 inches (51.6 cm)Width: 25.6 inches (65.0 cm)Stand depth: 8 inches (20.3 cm)Weight: 21 pounds (9.54 kg)2
  • Height: 20.3 inches (51.6 cm)
  • Width: 25.6 inches (65.0 cm)
  • Stand depth: 8 inches (20.3 cm)
  • Weight: 21 pounds (9.54 kg)2
  • 27-inch iMac with built-in VESA adapterHeight: 17.6 inches (44.7 cm)Width: 25.6 inches (65.0 cm)Depth (including built-in VESA adapter): 3.1 inches (7.9 cm)
  • Height: 17.6 inches (44.7 cm)
  • Depth (including built-in VESA adapter): 3.1 inches (7.9 cm)

▣Display

  • 27-inch (diagonal) Retina 5K display with IPS technology
  • 5120‑by‑2880 resolution with support for millions of colors

iOperating System

  • macOS Sierra
  • macOS is the operating system that powers everything you do on a Mac. macOS Sierra introduces Siri to Mac3 — along with new ways to enjoy your photos, shop more securely online, and work more seamlessly between devices.

iAccessibility

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

iIn the Box

  • iMac with Retina 5K display
  • Magic Keyboard
  • Magic Mouse 2
  • Power cord
  • Lightning to USB Cable

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)Idle2.25 (K v = 0.25)15.5Wireless web2.25 (K v = 0.25)15.5Hard drive seek2.25 (K v = 0.25)15.5
  • L W A,m is the mean A-weighted sound power level, rounded to the nearest 0.05 B.
  • L p A,m is the mean A-weighted sound pressure level measured at the operator position (rounded to the nearest 0.5 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: 3.3GHz quad-core Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB memory, 2TB Fusion Drive, AMD Radeon R9 M395 graphics.

iAudio

  • Stereo speakers
  • Dual microphones
  • 3.5 mm headphone jackHeadphone/optical digital audio output (minijack)Support for Apple iPhone headset with microphone
  • Headphone/optical digital audio output (minijack)
  • Support for Apple iPhone headset with microphone

iBuilt‑in Apps4

  • Photos
  • iMovie
  • GarageBand
  • Pages
  • Numbers
  • Keynote
  • Safari
  • Mail
  • Messages
  • FaceTime
  • Calendar
  • Notes
  • App Store
  • iTunes
  • iBooks
  • Maps
  • Contacts
  • Reminders

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.
  • 3.2GHzMagic Trackpad 216GB or 32GB memory upgrade1TB, 2TB, or 3TB Fusion Drive256GB or 512GB of flash storage (SSD)
  • Magic Trackpad 2
  • 16GB or 32GB memory upgrade
  • 1TB, 2TB, or 3TB Fusion Drive
  • 256GB or 512GB of flash storage (SSD)
  • 3.2GHzMagic Trackpad 24.0GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 upgrade16GB or 32GB memory upgrade2TB or 3TB Fusion Drive256GB, 512GB, or 1TB of flash storage (SSD)
  • 4.0GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 upgrade
  • 2TB or 3TB Fusion Drive
  • 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB of flash storage (SSD)
  • 3.3GHzMagic Trackpad 24.0GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 upgrade16GB or 32GB memory upgradeAMD Radeon R9 M395X upgrade3TB Fusion Drive256GB, 512GB, or 1TB of flash storage (SSD)
  • AMD Radeon R9 M395X upgrade
  • 3TB Fusion Drive

⌁Connections and Expansion

  • 3.5 mm headphone jack
  • SDXC card slot
  • Four USB 3 ports (compatible with USB 2)
  • Two Thunderbolt 2 portsMini DisplayPort outputSupport for HDMI, DVI, VGA, and dual-link DVI (adapters sold separately)
  • Mini DisplayPort output
  • Support for HDMI, DVI, VGA, and dual-link DVI (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 95% noncondensing
  • Operating altitude: tested up to 10,000 feet

iGraphics

  • 3.2GHzAMD Radeon R9 M380 graphics processor with 2GB of GDDR5 memory
  • AMD Radeon R9 M380 graphics processor with 2GB of GDDR5 memory
  • 3.2GHzAMD Radeon R9 M390 graphics processor with 2GB of GDDR5 memory
  • AMD Radeon R9 M390 graphics processor with 2GB of GDDR5 memory
  • 3.3GHzAMD Radeon R9 M395 graphics processor with 2GB of GDDR5 memoryConfigurable to AMD Radeon R9 M395X with 4GB of GDDR5 memory
  • AMD Radeon R9 M395 graphics processor with 2GB of GDDR5 memory
  • Configurable to AMD Radeon R9 M395X with 4GB of GDDR5 memory

iiMac and the Environment

  • Apple takes a complete product life cycle approach to determining our environmental impact. Learn more
  • iMac is designed with the following features to reduce its environmental impact:
  • Arsenic-free display glass
  • BFR-free
  • PVC-free5
  • Beryllium-free
  • Mercury-free LED-backlit display
  • Recyclable aluminum enclosure
  • Speaker enclosures made with 35 percent post-consumer recycled plastic
  • Meets ENERGY STAR Version 6.1 requirements
  • Rated EPEAT Gold6
  • Apple and the Environment
  • Learn more about Apple’s dedication to reducing the environmental impact of our products and process. Or read our Product Environmental Reports for detailed information on the environmental performance of every Apple product.
  • Recycling
  • Apple takes a holistic view of materials management and waste minimization. Learn more about how to recycle your Mac.

iInput

  • Magic KeyboardThe redesigned Magic Keyboard comes standard with your iMac. It’s wireless and rechargeable (so you won’t be replacing batteries), with an ultracompact, edge-to-edge design that wastes no surface space. It has an improved scissor mechanism, optimized key travel, and a lower profile that increase control and comfort. And it pairs immediately with your iMac right out of the box.
  • The redesigned Magic Keyboard comes standard with your iMac. It’s wireless and rechargeable (so you won’t be replacing batteries), with an ultracompact, edge-to-edge design that wastes no surface space. It has an improved scissor mechanism, optimized key travel, and a lower profile that increase control and comfort. And it pairs immediately with your iMac right out of the box.
  • Magic Mouse 2The new design of Magic Mouse 2 lets it glide more smoothly across your desk. And since it supports Multi-Touch, you can use simple gestures on its surface to do things such as swipe between web pages and scroll through documents. So if you prefer to use a wireless mouse but want some of the benefits of Multi-Touch, Magic Mouse 2 is a great choice.
  • The new design of Magic Mouse 2 lets it glide more smoothly across your desk. And since it supports Multi-Touch, you can use simple gestures on its surface to do things such as swipe between web pages and scroll through documents. So if you prefer to use a wireless mouse but want some of the benefits of Multi-Touch, Magic Mouse 2 is a great choice.
  • Magic Trackpad 2If you prefer using a trackpad, Magic Trackpad 2 gives you the full range of Multi-Touch gestures and introduces Force Touch to the desktop. Sensors underneath the trackpad surface detect subtle differences in the amount of pressure you apply, bringing more functionality to your fingertips and enabling a deeper connection to your content. This new design, along with a lower profile, makes it even more comfortable to use.
  • If you prefer using a trackpad, Magic Trackpad 2 gives you the full range of Multi-Touch gestures and introduces Force Touch to the desktop. Sensors underneath the trackpad surface detect subtle differences in the amount of pressure you apply, bringing more functionality to your fingertips and enabling a deeper connection to your content. This new design, along with a lower profile, makes it even more comfortable to use.

iLimited Warranty and Service

  • Your iMac comes with 90 days of free telephone support and a one-year limited warranty. Purchase the AppleCare Protection Plan to extend your service and support to three years from your computer’s purchase date. Only the AppleCare Protection Plan provides you with direct telephone support from Apple technical experts and the assurance that repairs will be handled by Apple-authorized technicians using genuine Apple parts. For more information, visit Apple Support or call 1-800-823-2775.

iMemory

  • 8GB (two 4GB) of 1867MHz DDR3 memory; four SO-DIMM slots, user accessibleConfigurable to 16GB or 32GB
  • Configurable to 16GB or 32GB

⚙Processor

  • 3.2GHz3.2GHz quad‑core Intel Core i5 (Turbo Boost up to 3.6GHz)
  • 3.2GHz quad‑core Intel Core i5 (Turbo Boost up to 3.6GHz)
  • 3.2GHz3.2GHz quad‑core Intel Core i5 (Turbo Boost up to 3.6GHz)Configurable to 4.0GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 (Turbo Boost up to 4.2GHz)
  • Configurable to 4.0GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 (Turbo Boost up to 4.2GHz)
  • 3.3GHz3.3GHz quad‑core Intel Core i5 (Turbo Boost up to 3.9GHz)Configurable to 4.0GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 (Turbo Boost up to 4.2GHz)
  • 3.3GHz quad‑core Intel Core i5 (Turbo Boost up to 3.9GHz)

iStorage1

  • 3.2GHz1TB (7200-rpm) hard driveConfigurable up to 3TB Fusion Drive or 256GB or 512GB of flash storage (SSD)
  • 1TB (7200-rpm) hard drive
  • Configurable up to 3TB Fusion Drive or 256GB or 512GB of flash storage (SSD)
  • 3.2GHz1TB Fusion DriveConfigurable up to 3TB Fusion Drive or 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB of flash storage (SSD)
  • 1TB Fusion Drive
  • Configurable up to 3TB Fusion Drive or 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB of flash storage (SSD)
  • 3.3GHz2TB Fusion DriveConfigurable up to 3TB Fusion Drive or 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB of flash storage (SSD)
  • 2TB Fusion Drive

◉Video Support and Camera

  • FaceTime HD camera
  • Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to two 4096-by-2160 external displays or one 5120-by-2880 dual-cable external display
  • Support for extended desktop and video mirroring modes

⌁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 4.0 wireless technology
  • Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology

iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Late 2015) FAQ

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What chip does Apple iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Late 2015) use?

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What storage capacities are available for Apple iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Late 2015)?

Available storage capacities include 3TB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB.