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Apple iMac 24" Retina 4.5K Display with M3 chip 10-core GPU 256GB Blue

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Apple iMac 24" Retina 4.5K Display with M3 chip 10-core GPU 256GB Blue MQRQ3X/A
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Product Overview

The iMac 24" Retina 4.5K Display with M3 chip 10-core GPU 256GB Blue MQRQ3X/A. The world's best all-in-one desktop computer, now supercharged by the M3 chip. With a stunning 24-inch display(1) in an iconic design, and best-in-class camera, mics and speakers. iMac is perfect for work and play. SUPERCHARGED BY M3 - Get more done faster with a next-generation chip from Apple. From creating presentations to gaming, you'll fly through work and play. FITS PERFECTLY IN YOUR SPACE - The all-in-one desktop design is strikingly thin, comes in vibrant colours and becomes the centrepiece of any room. IMMERSIVE DISPLAY - The 24-inch 4.5K Retina display(1) features 500 nits of brightness and support for 1 billion colours. Everything from streaming movies to editing photos is sharp and colourful. ADVANCED CAMERA AND AUDIO - Look and sound your best with a 1080p FaceTime HD camera, a studio-quality three-mic array and a six-speaker sound system with Spatial Audio. WORKS WITH YOUR FAVOURITE APPS - All your go-to apps run lightning-fast - including Microsoft 365, Adobe Creative Cloud and Zoom. You can even run many of your favourite iPhone and iPad apps directly on your iMac(2). ADVANCED SECURITY - Every Mac comes with encryption, robust virus protections and a powerful firewall system. And free security updates help keep your Mac protected. WORKS WITH ALL YOUR APPLE DEVICES - You can do amazing things when you use your Apple devices together. Copy something on iPhone and paste it on iMac. Use your iMac to answer FaceTime calls or send texts with Messages(3). And that's just the beginning. MAGIC ACCESSORIES INCLUDED - iMac comes with a colour-matched Magic Mouse and Magic Keyboard(4). CONNECT IT ALL - iMac features two Thunderbolt/USB 4 ports, up to two USB 3 ports and a headphone jack. (Gigabit Ethernet available.) Enjoy seamless wireless connectivity with Wi-Fi 6E(5) and Bluetooth 5.3. STORE ALL YOUR FILES - iMac comes with plenty of fast SSD storage for all your photo and video libraries, files and apps. EASY TO USE - Mac is designed to be easy to learn and use - so you can start doing what you love in no time at all. Disclaimers: (1) Actual diagonal screen size is 23.5 inches. (2) Apps are available on the App Store. (3) Requires iCloud and internet connection. (4) Magic Keyboard with Touch ID is available as a configurable option. (5) Wi‑Fi 6E available in countries and regions where supported.

Key Features

  • 23.5 Inch 4.5K Retina display with 4480 x 2520 resolution
  • 8GB memory, Apple M3 8 core CPU, 256GB SSD storage
  • Apple integrated 10 core GPU
  • 6 speaker high-fidelity system with Spatial Audio support

Key Specifications

Brand:
Apple
Model Number:
MQRQ3X/A
Graphics Processing Unit:
Apple Integrated
Screen Size (Inches):
23.5
Peak Brightness (Nits):
500
Total Storage:
256GB
Wireless Connections:
Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax, Bluetooth v5.3
Operating System:
macOS Ventura

Computers & Tablets

Processor Brand:
Apple
Processor Specifications:
Apple M3 8 core CPU, 16 core Neural Engine
GPU Specificiations:
10 Core GPU
Webcam:
1080p FaceTime Camera with advanced signal processor and computational video

Screen Technology

Display Resolution (px):
4480 x 2520, 4K

Screen Features

Screen Size Range:
24 Inches & Above
Screen Type:
4.5K Retina

Capacity

Storage:
256GB SSD
Memory:
8GB

Connections

Wired Connections:
2 x Thunderbolt / USB4 (supports DisplayPort and more), 3.5mm Headphone Jack
Cellular or Wi-Fi Only:
Wi-Fi Only

Audio

Sound:
6 Speaker High-Fidelity system with force cancelling woofers, wide sound, Spatial Audio support via Dolby Atmos

General Information

Type:
Mac Desktop
Family:
iMac
Colour:
Blue
Release Year:
2023
Additional Features:
Studio quality three mic array with high signal to noise ration and beamforming, Siri Support
What's In The Box:
Apple iMac, Magic Keyboard with Touch ID, Magic Mouse, 143W Power Adapter, 2m Power Cord, USB-C to Lightning Cable

Warranty

Manufacturer's Warranty:
1 Year

Computers & Tablets

Processor Brand:
Apple
Processor Specifications:
Apple M3 8 core CPU, 16 core Neural Engine
GPU Specificiations:
10 Core GPU
Webcam:
1080p FaceTime Camera with advanced signal processor and computational video

Screen Features

Screen Size Range:
24 Inches & Above
Screen Type:
4.5K Retina

Connections

Wired Connections:
2 x Thunderbolt / USB4 (supports DisplayPort and more), 3.5mm Headphone Jack
Cellular or Wi-Fi Only:
Wi-Fi Only

General Information

Type:
Mac Desktop
Family:
iMac
Colour:
Blue
Release Year:
2023
Additional Features:
Studio quality three mic array with high signal to noise ration and beamforming, Siri Support
What's In The Box:
Apple iMac, Magic Keyboard with Touch ID, Magic Mouse, 143W Power Adapter, 2m Power Cord, USB-C to Lightning Cable

Product Dimensions

Product Height (mm):
461
Product Width (mm):
547
Product Depth (mm):
147
Product Weight (kg):
4.48

Box Dimensions

Box Height (mm):
567
Box Width (mm):
167
Box Depth (mm):
644
Box Weight (kg):
9

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At a glance

Apple’s 24-inch iMac with M3 chip and Retina 4.5K display is a stylish, all-in-one desktop suited for home offices, students, and creative users. Its standout screen and fast performance make it great for multitasking and content creation. However, limited internal upgrade options mean it’s less flexible for future hardware expansion compared to modular desktops.

What it’s great for

  • Everyday Productivity
  • Creative Work
  • Photo Editing
  • Video Calls
  • Web Browsing
  • Light Content Creation

Where it works best

  • Home Office
  • Study Room
  • Shared Living Spaces
  • Small Studios

Who it’s for

  • Students
  • Home Professionals
  • Families
  • Creative Hobbyists

Things to consider

Internal hardware upgrades are limited compared to traditional tower desktops, so future expandability is restricted.

Creative professional suitability

7/10 - Excellent for photo editing and light video work, but not intended for heavy 3D rendering or large-scale professional production.

Home office fit

Compact, quiet, and visually appealing; integrates well into modern home office setups.

Upgrade flexibility score

3/10 - Memory and storage are not user-upgradable, limiting future hardware enhancements.

Noise level vs category average

9/10 - Operates quieter than most desktops in its class due to efficient cooling and fan design.

All-in-one convenience

Integrated display, speakers, camera, and ports mean minimal setup and reduced cable clutter.

Key benefits

  • Retina 4.5K Display: Delivers sharp, vibrant visuals with over 1 billion colours for immersive viewing and creative accuracy.
  • Apple M3 Chip: Provides fast, responsive performance for multitasking and demanding apps.
  • All-in-One Design: Saves desk space and reduces cable clutter for a clean, minimalist setup.
  • 1080p FaceTime HD Camera: Enables high-quality video calls for remote work and learning.
  • Touch ID Keyboard: Offers secure, convenient login and purchases with fingerprint authentication.
  • Ultra-Thin Profile: At just 1.15 cm thick, it fits easily into compact spaces.
  • Wide Colour (P3) Support: Ensures accurate colour reproduction for photo and video editing.
  • Quiet Operation: Runs near-silently under typical workloads, ideal for shared or quiet environments.

Q: Can this 24-inch iMac connect to an external monitor?

A: Yes. This 2023 24-inch iMac supports one external display at up to 6K resolution at 60Hz while also running its built-in 4.5K screen. It is a good fit for a dual-screen desk, but it does not support two external monitors.

Q: Is 256GB of storage enough for this iMac?

A: It can be, if most files stay in iCloud or external storage. The 256GB SSD suits web use, office work and light creative tasks, but large photo libraries, 4K video projects and big game installs will fill it much faster.

Q: Can the memory or storage be upgraded later on this iMac?

A: No. On this iMac, unified memory and SSD storage are built into the system design rather than being user-upgrade parts. That makes the starting 8GB and 256GB configuration worth considering carefully before purchase.

Q: Is the M3 chip with 10-core GPU suitable for photo and video editing?

A: Yes. The M3 chip adds hardware-accelerated H.264, HEVC, ProRes and ProRes RAW support, so it suits photo editing and lighter to moderate video work well. For larger 4K timelines, the 8GB memory and 256GB SSD are the main limits.

Q: What does the 24-inch 4.5K Retina display mean in day-to-day use?

A: It means a 4480 x 2520 display at 218 pixels per inch with 500 nits brightness, P3 wide colour and True Tone. In practice, text looks very sharp and photos appear more colour-accurate than on a standard Full HD desktop screen.

Q: Is this iMac a good choice for video calls and working from home?

A: Yes. It includes a 1080p FaceTime HD camera and Apple image processing for clearer calls than older iMac models with lower-resolution webcams. The 24-inch display also gives more room for documents and video meeting windows side by side.