Apple announced the M6 iMac on October 27, 2026, bringing upgraded silicon, Wi-Fi 7, and storage performance gains to its 24-inch all-in-one desktop while retaining the familiar chassis design introduced five years prior, Macworld reported. Preorders open on October 28, with deliveries and store availability scheduled for November 6.
Silicon Upgrades and Split Port Configurations
The hardware changes inside the M6 iMac differ depending on whether buyers select the entry-level two-port model or the higher-end four-port version. The four-port configuration steps up to a 12-core CPU split into two super cores, four performance cores, and six efficiency cores, alongside a 12-core GPU featuring newly added neural accelerators in each core. By contrast, the two-port model features a 10-core CPU utilizing two super cores, three performance cores, and five efficiency cores, paired with a 10-core GPU that also integrates dedicated neural accelerators.
Both models share a dual 16-core Neural Engine and memory bandwidth pushing up to 170GB/s, a notable leap over the 120GB/s ceiling found in the previous M4 generation. Apple claims the updated SSD performance runs up to two times faster under specified test configurations. Starting capacities remain fixed at 16GB of unified memory and 256GB of solid-state storage.
| Feature | M6 Four-Port | M6 Two-Port | M4 Four-Port | M4 Two-Port |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPU Cores | 12 Cores | 10 Cores | 10 Cores | 8 Cores |
| GPU Cores | 12 Cores | 10 Cores | 10 Cores | 8 Cores |
| Memory Bandwidth | Up to 170GB/s | Up to 170GB/s | 120GB/s | 120GB/s |
| Wireless Connectivity | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 | Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3 | Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Ethernet | 2.5Gb included | Optional 2.5Gb | Gigabit included | Optional Gigabit |
Retained Form Factor and Display Specifications
Despite persistent pre-launch speculation concerning an expanded color palette or revised chassis geometry, the physical enclosure remains entirely unchanged from the M1 model launched in 2021. The machine stands 46.1 cm tall, spans 54.7 cm wide, and maintains a depth of 14.7 cm including the stand. Both variants continue to ship in the same seven distinct finishes: blue, green, pink, orange, yellow, purple, and silver.
The visual output relies on the exact same 24-inch LED-backlit 4.5K Retina display panel used previously, featuring a native resolution of 4480 by 2520 pixels at 218 pixels per inch. Peak brightness holds steady at 500 nits, backed by P3 wide color support for one billion colors and True Tone technology. Nano-texture glass remains an optional upgrade exclusively for the four-port model to mitigate glare in bright environments.
Connectivity Leaps and Peripheral Packaging
Wired and wireless networking options receive a modernization pass across the lineup. The M6 iMac introduces support for Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6. Hardwired networking gets a boost as well, with 2.5Gb Ethernet included natively on the four-port configuration and offered as an option on the two-port machine.
Color-matched accessories accompany every unit, utilizing USB-C charging throughout. The base two-port version includes a Magic Keyboard with a Lock key, while the four-port configuration upgrades to a Touch ID-enabled keyboard by default. Buyers retain the option to swap these for extended keyboards featuring a numeric keypad, as well as choosing between the traditional Magic Mouse or an optional Magic Trackpad.
Pricing and Purchase Timeline
The M6 iMac starts at $1,499 for the two-port model, while the four-port version commands a starting price of $1,699. Preorders open via Apple’s website and the Apple Store app on Wednesday, October 28. Physical inventory arrives at Apple Store locations and authorized resellers on Friday, November 6.
