Does it is faster than the new imac?
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it depends on the specific configuration you get. There are some systems that can be faster than an imac, if they have more cores and more RAM
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Could be, I'm happy with speed, however install SSD for the operating system which makes it very fast!
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Absolutely !!! and it is generally a free upgrade. I am running OSX10.9.5 and my iMac is a 2009
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I have the mid 2007 iMac. It's very easy for me to install the memory, and I noticed the speed increased.
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Thunderbolt is the newer Apple/Mac standard, and is supposed to be faster. Fewer Thunderbolt-ready devices available though. I have the firewire version of the HD, and it is a huge speed increase over USB.
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Not in my opinion. I recently replaced the hard drive in a older 3.0 iMac. General I/O performance was greatly improved over typical hard drive speeds. Hope you have maxed out your RAM as well, because the combo of SSD and RAM work together to improve IO performance. Another added benefit is that if you buy a SATA 6Gb/s capable drive, when you do upgrade your computer, you will be able to use this drive with that computer at 6 Gb/s.s.
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Yes, it's the correct speed (1600 MHz). However it depends on how many available slots your iMac has, as to which kit you should get. 2013 iMacs can take up to 16Gb.
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Hi, I was at the Apple Store on Tuesday and the Genius told me that I probably would not get good results with 10.5 Leopard on my iMac 800 G4. It is running at 800 MHz. We are using Tiger and have had no problems other than when we upgraded the RAM. It wouldn't take a gig- so we are at 768. It is 10.4.10 now.
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Yes, i had the same situation and upgraded my 2011 imac to 16gb. It is totally worth it.
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Best bet is to contact Apple directly. The "old" version is still being sold, overall has great reviews. See link below. If there is a new version it becomes a cost/benefit decision, i.e. are the new enhancements: 1. Relevant to how you plan to use your Mac? 2. How much more money is a "new" version? If the enhancements are not relevant to you and the new version costs more, you would be better off with the old version. If the price is the same old vs. new buy new. Compared to a Windows PC similarly configured, Windows has the edge on price. Let us know what you learn. Good luck. http://topbestcomputers.com/apple-imac-md093lla-21-5-inch-desktop-computer-review/ Best bet is to contact Apple directly. The "old" version is still being sold, overall has great reviews. See link below. If there is a new version it becomes a cost/benefit decision, i.e. are the new enhancements: 1. Relevant to how you plan to use your Mac? 2. How much more money is a "new" version? If the enhancements are not relevant to you and the new version costs more, you would be better off with the old version. If the price is the same old vs. new buy new. Compared to a Windows PC similarly configured, Windows has the edge on price. Let us know what you learn.... » Read More Best bet is to contact Apple directly. The "old" version is still being sold, overall has great reviews. See link below. If there is a new version it becomes a cost/benefit decision, i.e. are the new enhancements: 1. Relevant to how you plan to use your Mac? 2. How much more money is a "new" version? If the enhancements are not relevant to you and the new version costs more, you would be better off with the old version. If the price is the same old vs. new buy new. Compared to a Windows PC similarly configured, Windows has the edge on price. Let us know what you learn. Good luck. http://topbestcomputers.com/apple-imac-md093lla-21-5-inch-desktop-computer-review/ « Show Less
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I have an iMac but am not certain what year I got it. But I had to upgrade to 4 gigs (I couldn't add more than that) and buy the windows program to go with it. I have been as happy with it as with any new computer workings. My iMac sometimes runs slow and I must delete temp files etc to keep it efficient.
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The WD drive I bought was Firewire 400/800 -- faster than USB2 which is all my 2008 iMac handles, but slower than USB3. You will be more up to date for your next Mac if you buy the USB 3 drive, it just won't run at top speed on your current Mac. Time Machine will run fine, just take longer than Firewire. Expect your first back up to take quite a long time.
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Well, the core i3 is much faster in performance. I mainly use my macbook to surf the web, take notes for class, and do some note taking. I also use this macbook to write my books that I plan to publish.
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Can't say...it hates my Mac Book Air, but the next try is a new iMac. For me latency under 1/2 a second doesn't matter, since I'm broadcasting over Skype. So sorry, can't directly answer your question, but I'm pretty sure in this case latency is going to be directly related to what you're running on that Mac and how fast is that Mac.
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You may have already made your decision Juan...if so, disregard. Specs on the HP 610 may be better, but it isn't made to the quality of the iMac. There is a reason photographers gravitate towards Macs...color reproduction for one. You'll appreciate the extra resolution that the iMac's 27 inch screen gives you, the touchscreen will mean very little. You can add memory cheaply to the iMac, but even as a photographer 8GB should be fine...can always go to 32GB later. Get a flash drive as your main drive if possible...it really speeds system and application boot times....however, you'll have to custom configure through the Apple Store for that. Note, there isn't anything wrong with the HP 610...if you're going to game, for example, it may be a better option. Or, if you have a lot of money invested in Windows programs. However, you can run Windows on the Mac if necessary. Considering your needs, I believe an iMac is a better choice. My $0.02.
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hello michellewe just double check.... this imac is runing leopard 10.5thanksc.s. pat jones
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I want to use this machine for design with adobe products, So it this work fast enough for this programs?, Is better than a mac? (im new in this sorry for my lack of knwoledge)