What are the differences between the last eMac models released in 2005?

Please note that the "2005" eMac models -- the last eMac models released -- were introduced on May 3, 2005. Apple quietly stopped selling this model to consumers on October 12, 2005, but continued to sell it to educational institutions until roughly September 6, 2006.

The final eMac G4/1.42 (2005) -- available in two configurations -- uses the same architecture as the USB 2.0 models, but has a faster processor, superior graphics, and enhanced optical drives. Like all the previous eMac models, the final models pack a 17-inch CRT display in a large 50 pound (22.7 kg) ice white all-in-one case.

The major differences are summarized below in this handy chart:

* Although it is officially is not supported by Apple, these models can support up to 2 GB of RAM.

** The 17.0" flat CRT display has a 16.0" viewable area, a 0.25mm dot pitch, and supports 1024 by 768 pixels at 89 Hz as well as other resolutions.

† These models have a ATI Radeon 9600 with 64 MB dedicated DDR SDRAM graphics memory.

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