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MPG Lloyd tested the 2019 iMac 5K 3.6 GHz Intel Core i9 8-core / 128GB / 2TB / Radeon Vega 48. Purchase with 8GB memory, then add 64GB or 128GB OWC memory. See recommended Macs for photographers and videographers.
These tests made possible by loaner gear from B&H Photo and OWC, so please buy your gear at B&H Photo and OWC/MacSales.com using any link from this site or MacPerformanceGuide.com, ditto for OWC/MacSales.com. See also 2019 iMac 5K: Recommended Models and Accessories.
Unsure which Mac to get or how to configure it? Consult with Lloyd.
In my review of the 2019 iMac 5K I cover a lot of photography-related performance metrics.
Added today is an update showing just how the 2019 iMac 5K with two different GPU choices fares against the iMac Pro, with thoughts as to whether the upgraded GPU is worth it for photographers.
