Apple iMac "Core i3" 3.2 27-Inch (Mid-2010) Specs
Identifiers: Mid-2010 - MC510LL/A - iMac11,3 - A1312 - 2390
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The iMac "Core i3" 3.2 27-Inch Aluminum (Mid-2010) is powered by a dual core 3.2 GHz Intel "Core i3" I3-550 (Clarkdale) processor with a dedicated 256k level 2 cache for each core and a 4 MB shared level 3 cache. In lieu of a system bus, it has a "Direct Media Interface" (DMI) that "connects between the processor and chipset" at 2.5 GT/s.
By default, it is configured with 4 GB of RAM (1333 MHz PC3-10600 DDR3 SDRAM), a 1 TB (7200 RPM) hard drive, a vertically-mounted slot-loading DVD±R DL "SuperDrive", and ATI Radeon HD 5670 graphics with 512 MB of dedicated GDDR3 memory.
It also has a built-in iSight video camera and built-in stereo speakers underneath the 27" glossy 16:9 LED-backlit TFT Active Matrix LCD (2560x1440 native) display "with IPS technology".
Connectivity includes four USB 2.0 ports, a Firewire "800" port, built-in AirPort Extreme, and Gigabit Ethernet, as well as an audio capable Mini DisplayPort, which supports an external display up to 30" (2560x1600).
Externally, the "Mid-2010" iMac line uses the same "edge-to-edge" glass design and "seamless all aluminum enclosure" as the "Late 2009" models replaced. Internally, however, the "Mid-2010" line is equipped with faster processors, faster graphics processors, and faster memory, as well as support for the SDXC SD card format.
The "Mid-2010" iMac models include a compact aluminum Apple Wireless Keyboard and a multi-touch "Magic Mouse," but for US$69 could be upgraded to include a multi-touch "Magic Trackpad" that "enables users to scroll smoothly up and down a page with inertial scrolling, pinch to zoom in and out, rotate an image with their fingertips and swipe three fingers to flip through a collection of web pages or photos" just like on Apple notebooks from the same era. An aluminum remote was offered for an additional US$19 as well.
Also see:
- What are the differences between the "Mid-2010" Aluminum iMac models?
- How do the "Mid-2010" Aluminum iMac models compare to the "Late 2009" models that preceded them?
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| Introduction Date: |
July 27, 2010 |
Discontinued Date: |
May 3, 2011 |
| Details: |
The "Introduction Date" refers to the date a model was introduced via press release. The "Discontinued Date" refers to the date a model either was replaced by a subsequent system or production otherwise ended.
Also see: All Macs introduced in 2010. |
| Processors: |
1 (2 Cores) |
Geekbench: |
5922/6599* |
| Details: |
*These Geekbench 2 benchmarks are in 32-bit and 64-bit modes, respectively.
Geekbench 2 benchmarks reflect results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better. Individual user-submitted benchmarks can vary, but an average can be useful to get an idea of the relative performance of different Macs. You also might be interested in combing through all Geekbench user-submissions for Macs with the iMac11,3 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench results from different Macs side-by-side, please see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison.
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| Processor Speed: |
3.2 GHz |
Processor Type: |
Core i3 (I3-550) |
| Details: |
This model is powered by a 32 nm, 64-bit Intel Core i3 "Clarkdale" processor with dual cores (two independent processor cores on a single silicon chip). Each core has two threads, for a total of four threads for the system, as well as a dedicated 256k level 2 cache. The processor cores share a 4 MB level 3 cache. It also supports Hyper Threading, but does not support "Turbo Boost" -- which "automatically boosts the processor speed based on workload" (so if an application is only using one of the two cores it will automatically increase the speed of the core in use and turn off the unused cores).
Also see: How much faster are the "Mid-2010" Aluminum iMac models than the "Late 2009" models? |
| Custom Speeds: |
3.6 GHz (Core i5) |
Architecture: |
64-Bit |
| Details: |
This model additionally could be configured with a dual core 3.6 GHz "Core i5" processor (I5-680) for an extra US$200. This "Core i5" processor supports Hyper-Threading and Turbo Boost (the system can dynamically increase the processor clockspeed to 3.86 GHz when tasks demand).
As requested by readers, EveryMac.com also has documented this custom configuration as its own model. |
| Processor Upgrade: |
LGA 1156 (Socket H)* |
FPU: |
Integrated |
| Details: |
*Officially, Apple provides no information about whether or not the processor in this model can be upgraded and the company does not intend for one to upgrade the processor either. However, this processor supports an FCLGA 1156 socket and it is possible to upgrade the processor to some extent.
Also see: Is it possible to upgrade the processor in the Aluminum iMac models? |
| System Bus Speed: |
2.5 GT/s* |
Cache Bus Speed: |
3.2 GHz (Built-in) |
| Details: |
*This system has a "Direct Media Interface" (DMI) that "connects between the processor and chipset" in lieu of a traditional system bus. Intel reports that it runs at 2.5 GT/s. |
| ROM/Firmware Type: |
EFI |
EFI Architecture: |
64-Bit |
| L1 Cache: |
32k/32k |
L2/L3 Cache: |
256k (x 2), 4 MB |
| Details: |
Each core has its own dedicated 256k level 2 cache and the system has 4 MB of shared level 3 cache. |
| RAM Type: |
PC3-10600 DDR3 |
Min. RAM Speed: |
1333 MHz |
| Details: |
Supports 1333 MHz PC3-10600 DDR3 SO-DIMMs. Also see: How do you upgrade the RAM in the "Aluminum" iMac models? How much RAM of what type do these systems support? |
| Standard RAM: |
4 GB |
Maximum RAM: |
32 GB* |
| Details: |
By default, 4 GB of RAM is installed as two 2 GB SO-DIMM modules. Two slots free.
*Officially, this model supports a maximum of 16 GB of memory. However, third-parties have discovered that it actually will support 32 GB of memory using four 8 GB modules.
Site sponsor Other World Computing sells iMac memory, as well as hard drives, accessories, and other upgrades.
Also see: Actual Max RAM of All G3 & Later Macs. |
| Motherboard RAM: |
None |
RAM Slots: |
4 |
| Details: |
This model supports four 4 GB modules -- one in each slot for a maximum of 16 GB of memory. |
| Video Card: |
Radeon HD 5670 |
VRAM Type: |
GDDR3 |
| Details: |
By default, this model has an ATI Radeon HD 5670 graphics processor with 512 MB of dedicated GDDR3 memory. However, by custom configuration it also could be equipped with an ATI Radeon HD 5750 with 1 GB of dedicated GDDR5 memory.
Also see: What type of video processor is provided by the Aluminum iMac systems? Is it upgradable? |
| Standard VRAM: |
512 MB |
Maximum VRAM: |
512 MB |
| Details: |
By default, this model has 512 MB of dedicated GDDR3 video memory. It also can be custom configured with an ATI Radeon HD 5750 with 1 GB of dedicated GDDR5 memory. |
| Built-in Display: |
27" 16:9 Widescreen |
Native Resolution: |
2560x1440 |
| Details: |
This model has a 27" glossy LED-backlit 16:9 widescreen TFT active matrix display with "IPS technology" and a native resolution of 2560x1440. Apple also reports a "typical" brightness of 375 cd/m2, and viewing angle of 178 degrees horizontal and 178 degrees vertical. The contrast ratio is 1000:1 and the PPI is 109.
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| 2nd Display Support: |
Dual/Mirroring |
2nd Max. Resolution: |
2560x1600 |
| Details: |
Apple reports that this model simultaneously supports the native resolution of the built-in display and up-to a 30-inch external display (2560x1600). |
| Standard Hard Drive: |
1 TB (7200 RPM) |
Int. HD Interface: |
Serial ATA (3 Gb/s) |
| Details: |
Via custom configuration, this model could be equipped with a 2 TB hard drive for an additional US$150, a 256 GB SSD for an additional US$600, a 1 TB hard drive and a 256 GB SSD for an additional US$750 or a 2 TB hard drive and a 256 GB SSD for an additional US$900.
Also see: How do you upgrade the hard drive in the Aluminum iMac models? What type of hard drive do they support? Can you swap the hard drive for an SSD? |
| Standard Optical: |
8X DL "SuperDrive" |
Standard Disk: |
None |
| Details: |
Apple reports that the slot-loading 8X "SuperDrive" with 4X double-layer burning (DVD+R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW) "writes DVD+R DL discs at up to 4x speed, writes DVD-R and DVD+R discs at up to 8x speed, writes DVD-RW at up to 6x and DVD+RW discs at up to 8x speed, reads DVDs at up to 8x speed, writes CD-R discs at up to 24x speed, writes CD-RW discs at up to 16x speed, [and] reads CDs at up to 24x speed." |
| Standard Modem: |
None |
Standard Ethernet: |
10/100/1000Base-T |
| Standard AirPort: |
802.11a/b/g/n |
Standard Bluetooth: |
2.1+EDR |
| Details: |
AirPort Extreme (802.11a/b/g/n) and Bluetooth 2.1+EDR standard.
Also see: What is 802.11n? How is it different from 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11a? |
| USB Ports: |
4 (2.0) |
Firewire Ports: |
1 (800) |
| Details: |
Four USB 2.0 ports and one Firewire "800" port (7 watts). |
| Expansion Slots: |
SDXC SD Card |
Expansion Bays: |
None* |
| Details: |
*As first documented by site sponsor OWC, this iMac has an extra 3 Gb/s Serial ATA connector and power for the optional SSD, but if one is not installed at the time the system is purchased the connector cables and mounting bracket are not present. Nevertheless, it is possible to install a 2.5" SSD in addition to the hard drive if an SSD is not installed initially it's just a bit of a "hack." |
| Incl. Keyboard: |
Apple Wireless Keyboard |
Incl. Input: |
Magic Mouse |
| Details: |
This model shipped with a small aluminum "ultrathin, compact wireless keyboard" (no numeric keypad) and a wireless "Magic Mouse", where the "entire top is a seamless multi-touch surface" that allows one to "navigate using intuitive finger gestures". As an optional US$69 upgrade, this model also could be configured with a "Magic Trackpad" that provides multi-touch input like on a recent Apple notebook.
Also see: How does the "ultra thin" keyboard provided with the "Aluminum" iMac models compare to a more traditional desktop keyboard? How does it feel? |
| Case Type: |
All-in-One |
Form Factor: |
iMac (Late 2009) |
| Details: |
The external case used by the "Mid-2010" iMac models essentially is identical to the one introduced by the "Late 2009" line with "edge-to-edge glass" for the display and a "seamless all aluminum enclosure." |
| Apple Order No: |
MC510LL/A |
Apple Subfamily: |
Mid-2010 |
| Details: |
The Apple order number should be unique to this system. |
| Apple Model No: |
A1312 (EMC 2390) |
Model ID: |
iMac11,3 |
| Details: |
Please note that these identifiers often refer to more than one model.
Also see: All Macs with the A1312 Model Number, the 2390 EMC Number, and the iMac11,3 Model Identifier.
For more about these identifiers and how to locate them on each Mac, please refer to EveryMac.com's Mac Identification section. |
| Battery Type: |
N/A |
Battery Life: |
N/A |
| Pre-Installed MacOS: |
X 10.6.3 (10D2322a) |
Maximum MacOS: |
Current |
| Details: |
This system fully supports the current version of OS X 10.7 "Lion." Please note that OS X Lion is not capable of running Mac OS X apps originally written for the PowerPC processor as it does not support the "Rosetta" environment. |
| Minimum Windows: |
XP SP2 (32-Bit)* |
Maximum Windows: |
7 (64-Bit)** |
| Details: |
*Apple's Boot Camp only supports the 32-Bit version of Windows XP SP2 or higher.
**Apple formally supports both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows Vista and Windows 7 on this model.
Also see: Which Intel Macs are capable of booting the 32-Bit and 64-Bit versions of Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7? Which are supported by Apple's Boot Camp? |
| MacOS 9 Support: |
None |
Windows Support: |
Boot/Virtualization |
| Details: |
Also see: Are there any third-party programs to run MacOS 9/Classic applications on Intel Macs?
Site sponsor OHS specializes in heavily upgraded Macs capable of running both MacOS X and MacOS 9 applications.
For more on running Windows on Intel Macs, please refer to the exhaustive Windows on Mac Q&A. |
| Dimensions: |
20.4 x 25.6 x 8.15 |
Avg. Weight: |
30.5 lbs. (13.8 kg) |
| Details: |
In inches - height by width by depth, (51.7 cm, 65.0 cm, 20.7 cm). |
| Original Price (US): |
US$1699 |
Est. Current Retail: |
US$1300-US$1500 |
| Details: |
Please note that on average the estimated current retail pricing of used systems is updated twice a year (please refer to the date on the bottom of the page for the date last updated).
Photo Credit: Apple, Inc. |
Global original prices for the iMac "Core i3" 3.2 27-Inch (Mid-2010) in 24 different countries and territories follow; organized alphabetically by region.
For global original prices for Intel Macs in one particular country on a single page, please refer to EveryMac.com's Global Original Prices section.
Original Prices - North America
| Canada: |
C$1799 |
United States: |
US$1699 |
Original Prices - Europe
| Austria: |
€1699 |
Belgium: |
€1729 |
| Denmark: |
DKK 13,499 |
Finland: |
€1749 |
| France: |
€1699 |
Germany: |
€1699 |
| Ireland: |
€1729 |
Italy: |
€1699 |
| Netherlands: |
€1699 |
Norway: |
NOK 14.490 |
| Portugal: |
€1729 |
Spain: |
€1699 |
| Sweden: |
SEK 16.995 |
Switzerland: |
CHF 2'099 |
Original Prices - Asia
| China: |
RMB 13,498 |
Hong Kong: |
HK$12,988 |
| Japan: |
¥168,800 |
Singapore: |
S$2,488 |
Original Prices - Australia & New Zealand
| Australia: |
A$2199 |
New Zealand: |
NZ$2999 |
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