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model has four of them), and there’s no option for a larger screen. People who are satisfied with the base model will likely have a fine experience, but I suspect that everyone else would be tangibly happier with the $1,499 model. From my perspective, all of these choices seem driven by a desire to keep that entry price as low as possible, and I think that’s a mistake. Most people who buy an M3 iMac will be satisfied with it, sure, but I can easily imagine a configuration that starts at $1,499 and has all these features — a computer that would be genuinely great for years to come, with none of the compromises. The bottom line At $1,299 and $1,499, the M3 iMac is a great, stylish computer that’s capable of handling most people’s daily needs. The higher-end model is comfortable for the power users who will appropriately appreciate its upgrades. But the entry-level model’s skimpy specs are hard to ignore, and aren’t worth the almost $1,000 price. When you look at what similarly priced Windows PCs can offer in 2023, the value proposition of the base iMac is even worse. It seems like a matter of time until Apple either discontinues the low-end model or brings its specs up to something more reasonable. But until then, just be sure to spend the extra $200 on the better model, and you’ll have yourself an excellent computer.
