Apple iMac 24-inch (M6, 2026)
Apple

Apple iMac 24-inch (M6, 2026)

Apple's colorful all-in-one adds the M6 and Wi-Fi 7 to a sharp 4.5K display, but its fixed stand and parts limit flexibility.

  • 23.5"
  • Apple M6 (10-core CPU: 2 super, 3 performance, 5 efficiency cores)
  • 16 GB
  • 256 GB

PCPR score

6.8

Fair

Best price we’ve seen

$1,499Nov 9

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The short version

The M6 iMac pairs a 23.5-inch (24-inch class) 4.5K Retina display with Apple's M6 chip in 10-core or 12-core versions, Wi-Fi 7 and seven colors. TechRadar ranks it the best all-in-one available, and Tom's Guide praises the speed and sharp screen but dislikes the fixed-height stand and higher starting price. Memory and storage are configure-to-order at purchase, and the 143 W power adapter is external. It suits buyers who want an integrated macOS desktop with little setup.

Pros

  • TechRadar measured about 25 percent higher single-core and 36 percent higher multi-core Geekbench 6 scores than an M4 iMac
  • 4.5K Retina display at 4480 by 2520 with 500 nits and wide color
  • Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 through Apple's N1 chip
  • Magic Keyboard and Magic Mouse included in the box

Cons

  • Apple lists memory and storage only as configure-to-order options, with no user upgrades
  • Stand is not height adjustable unless buying a VESA-mount version, per Tom's Guide and Apple
  • 10-core base model has two Thunderbolt ports and Ethernet only as an option
  • External 143 W power adapter rather than a built-in supply

Best for

  • Home desks that want a simple macOS all-in-one
  • Families and creators who value a sharp built-in display

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Configurations

ConfigurationProcessorGraphicsMemoryStoragePrice
M6 10-core CPU · 16GB · 256GBApple M6 (10-core CPU, 10-core GPU)Apple M6 10-core GPU16 GB256 GB$1,499
M6 12-core CPU · 16GB · 256GBApple M6 (12-core CPU, 12-core GPU)Apple M6 12-core GPU16 GB256 GB$1,699
M6 12-core CPU · 16GB · 512GBApple M6 (12-core CPU, 12-core GPU)Apple M6 12-core GPU16 GB512 GB$1,899
M6 12-core CPU · 24GB · 512GBApple M6 (12-core CPU, 12-core GPU)Apple M6 12-core GPU24 GB512 GB$2,099

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What you can upgrade later

Memory

Unconfirmed

The maker doesn’t publish its slot layout. Check before buying more memory.

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Storage

Unconfirmed

Free storage slots aren’t published for this model.

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Graphics card

limited

Maximum card length isn’t published. The 143 W supply limits how far you can go, so a high-end card would need a new PSU.

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Processor

Unconfirmed

A drop-in upgrade depends on the socket and the maker’s BIOS. Check the board before buying a CPU.

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Power supply

Unconfirmed

The maker doesn’t say whether the PSU is standard.

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Motherboard

Unconfirmed

The maker doesn’t say whether the board is standard.

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Full specifications

Display

Screen size
23.5"
Resolution
4480 x 2520
Touchscreen
No

Core

Processor
Apple M6 (10-core CPU: 2 super, 3 performance, 5 efficiency cores)
Graphics
Apple M6 10-core GPU

Memory

Memory
16 GB
Storage
256 GB

Connectivity

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 7

Software

Operating system
macOS

Compatibility notes

  • Power is supplied by an external 143 W adapter included in the box
  • Actual display diagonal is 23.5 inches; Apple markets it as 24-inch
  • The 10-core model has two Thunderbolt 4 ports and optional 2.5Gb Ethernet; the 12-core model has four Thunderbolt 4 ports and 2.5Gb Ethernet
  • Apple sells iMac models with a built-in VESA mount adapter for arms or wall mounts

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What reviewers and owners say

  • TechRadar

    Positive

    Ranked the M6 iMac as the best all-in-one available, highlighting a big Geekbench jump over the M4, the vivid 4.5K screen and unchanged starting price, with only the familiar design and optional nano-texture cost counted against it.

    4.5/5 · Review

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  • Tom's Guide

    Positive

    Recommended the M6 iMac for its notable speed boost, Wi-Fi 7 and sharp display, while naming the higher starting price and lack of a height-adjustable stand as its main shortcomings.

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Common questions

Does the iMac include a keyboard and mouse?

Yes. Apple lists a Magic Keyboard and Magic Mouse in the box, with Touch ID on the 12-core model, plus the 143 W power adapter and a 2-meter power cord.

Can I upgrade the iMac's memory or storage later?

Apple sells memory and SSD capacity as configure-to-order options at purchase and lists no user upgrades, so choose what you need up front. The 10-core model tops out at 24GB and 1TB, and the 12-core model at 32GB and 2TB.

What is the difference between the 10-core and 12-core iMac?

The 12-core model has a 12-core CPU and GPU, four Thunderbolt 4 ports instead of two, standard 2.5Gb Ethernet, and support for up to 32GB of memory and 2TB of storage.

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