iMac (21.5-inch, Late 2013) - Technical Specifications
Display
21.5-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit display with IPS technology; 1920-by-1080 resolution with support for millions of colors
Processor
2.7GHz
2.7GHz quad-core Intel Core i5 processor (Turbo Boost up to 3.2GHz) with 4MB L3 cache
2.9GHz
2.9GHz quad-core Intel Core i5 processor (Turbo Boost up to 3.6GHz) with 6MB L3 cache
Configurable to 3.1GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 (Turbo Boost up to 3.9GHz).
Memory
8GB (two 4GB) of 1600MHz DDR3 memory
Configurable to 16GB.
Storage1
1TB (5400-rpm) hard drive
Configurable to 1TB Fusion Drive or 256GB or 512GB of flash storage.
Graphics
2.7GHz
Intel Iris Pro graphics
2.9GHz
NVIDIA GeForce GT 750M graphics processor with 1GB of GDDR5 memory
Video Support and Camera
FaceTime HD camera
Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to a 30-inch display (2560 by 1600 pixels) on an external display
Support for extended desktop and video mirroring modes
Support for Target Display Mode via the Thunderbolt port using a Thunderbolt to Thunderbolt cable (sold separately)
Audio
Stereo speakers
Dual microphones
Headphone port
Headphone/optical digital audio output (minijack)
Support for Apple iPhone headset with microphone
Connections and Expansion
SDXC card slot
Four USB 3 ports (compatible with USB 2)
Two Thunderbolt ports
Mini DisplayPort output with support for DVI, VGA, and dual-link DVI (adapters sold separately)
10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45 connector)
Kensington lock slot
Input
Apple Wireless Keyboard
Full-size keyboard with 78 (U.S.) or 79 (ISO) keys, including 12 function keys and 4 arrow keys (inverted “T” arrangement)
Magic Mouse
Smooth, seamless Multi-Touch surface with support for simple gestures (scrolling and swiping). Click and double-click anywhere. Ambidextrous construction accommodates left- and right-handed users.
Magic Trackpad
Glass Multi-Touch trackpad for precise cursor control; supports inertial scrolling, pinch and expand, swipe, three-finger swipe, four-finger swipe, tap, double-tap, rotate, screen zoom, scroll, click and drag, click drag and lock, secondary click A and B.
Wireless
Wi-Fi
802.11ac Wi-Fi wireless networking;2 IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n compatible
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology
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: 12.5 pounds (5.68 kg)3
Electrical 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
Limited 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 800-823-2775.
In the Box
iMac
Apple Wireless Keyboard
Apple Magic Mouse
Power cord
Included Software
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Mac App Store
Safari
Mail
Messages
Calendar
Contacts
Reminders
Notes
Time Machine
FaceTime
Photo Booth
Game Center
iTunes
iLife: iPhoto, iMovie, and GarageBand.
Configure to Order
Configure your iMac with these options, only at the Apple Online Store.
Looking for an iMac you can mount on a wall or adjustable arm? Choose an iMac with a Built-in VESA Mount Adapter.
21.5-inch iMac 2.7GHz
Magic Trackpad
16GB memory upgrade (two 8GB)
1TB Fusion Drive
256GB or 512GB of flash storage
21.5-inch iMac 2.9GHz
Magic Trackpad
16GB memory upgrade (two 8GB)
1TB Fusion Drive
256GB or 512GB of flash storage
3.1GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 (Turbo Boost up to 3.9GHz) with 8MB L3 cache
iMac and the Environment
Apple takes a complete product life cycle approach to determining our environmental impact. Learn more about iMac and the Environment
iMac is designed with the following features to reduce its environmental impact:
Arsenic-free display glass
BFR-free
PVC-free4
Mercury-free LED-backlit display
Highly recyclable aluminum and glass enclosures
Meets ENERGY STAR Version 5.2 requirements
Rated EPEAT Gold5
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.
Acoustic Performance
DECLARED NOISE EMISSIONS in accordance with ISO 9296
Sound Power Level LWAd (B) 1 B = 10 dB | Sound Pressure Level Operator Position LpAm (dB) | |
|---|---|---|
Idle | 2.9 | 12 |
Hard drive accessing | 2.9 | 12 |
CD drive accessing | N/A | N/A |
LWAd is the statistical upper-limit A-weighted sound power level (rounded to the nearest 0.1 B).
LpAm is the mean A-weighted sound pressure level measured at the operator position (rounded to the nearest dB).
1 B (bel) = 10 dB (decibel).
Accessories
Mac Software
iWork
Aperture
Logic Pro X
Final Cut Pro X
Adapters
Apple Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter
Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter
Apple Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter
AirPort and Wireless
AirPort Time Capsule
AirPort Express Base Station
AirPort Extreme Base Station
Other Accessories
Magic Trackpad
Apple USB SuperDrive
Apple Battery Charger
AppleCare Protection Plan
1GB = 1 billion bytes and 1TB = 1 trillion bytes; actual formatted capacity less.
Based on an IEEE 802.11ac draft specification.
Weight varies by configuration and manufacturing process.
PVC-free AC power cord available in all regions except South Korea.
iMac achieved a Gold rating from EPEAT in the U.S. and Canada.