Apple iMac "Core i5" 1.4 21.5" (Mid-2014) Specs
Identifiers: Mid-2014 - MF883LL/A - iMac14,4 - A1418 - 2805
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The iMac "Core i5" 1.4 21.5-Inch Aluminum (Mid-2014/Haswell) features a 22-nm "Haswell" 1.4 GHz Intel "Core i5" processor (4260U) with two independent processor "cores" on a single chip, a 3 MB shared level 3 cache, 8 GB of onboard 1600 MHz LPDDR3 SDRAM (which cannot be upgraded later), a 500 GB (5400 RPM) hard drive, and an "integrated" Intel HD Graphics 5000 graphics processor that shares system memory. It also has a built-in "FaceTime HD" webcam and stereo speakers.
This model has a 21.5" 1920x1080 LED-backlit 16:9 widescreen IPS display with the "cover glass fully laminated to the LCD and anti-reflective coating." The rear of the case is aluminum and is thicker in the middle and tapers to a razor thin 5 mm at the edges.
Connectivity includes four USB 3.0 ports, dual Thunderbolt ports, Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11ac Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n compatible), and Bluetooth 4.0.
The "Mid-2014" iMac shipped with a compact aluminum Apple Wireless Keyboard and the choice of either a multi-touch "Magic Mouse," a multi-touch "Magic Trackpad," or a traditional wired Apple mouse.
Also see:
- What are all the differences between the "Late 2013" and the "Mid-2014" Aluminum iMac models?
- How much slower is the "Mid-2014" iMac than the "Late 2013" models? Is the cost savings enough to justify the performance decrease?
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| Introduction Date: |
June 18, 2014 |
Discontinued Date: |
October 13, 2015 |
| 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 2014. |
| Processors: |
1 (2 Cores) |
Architecture: |
64-Bit |
| Geekbench 2 (32): |
6384 |
Geekbench 2 (64): |
7399 |
| Details: |
Geekbench 2 benchmarks are in 32-bit and 64-bit modes, respectively. These numbers reflect an average of user provided 32-bit and 64-bit results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit and 64-bit Geekbench 2 user submissions for Macs with the iMac14,4 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
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| Geekbench 3 (32): |
2569 |
Geekbench 3 (32): |
4818 |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 3 benchmarks are in 32-bit mode and are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for Macs with the iMac14,4 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
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| Geekbench 3 (64): |
2727 |
Geekbench 3 (64): |
5361 |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 3 benchmarks are in 64-bit mode and are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 64-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for Macs with the iMac14,4 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
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| Geekbench 4 (SC): |
2869 |
Geekbench 4 (MC): |
5135 |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 4 benchmarks are are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. All Geekbench 4 benchmarks are 64-bit. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 4 user submissions for Macs with the iMac14,4 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 4 results from different Macs side-by-side, see EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Comparison. |
| Geekbench 5 (SC): |
579 |
Geekbench 5 (MC): |
1176 |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 5 benchmarks are are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. All Geekbench 5 benchmarks for the Mac are 64-bit. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 5 user submissions for Macs with the iMac14,4 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
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| Processor Speed: |
1.4 GHz |
Processor Type: |
Core i5 (I5-4260U) |
| Details: |
This model is powered by a 22 nm, 64-bit "Fourth Generation" Intel Mobile Core i5 "Haswell ULT" (I5-4260U) processor which includes two independent processor "cores" on a single silicon chip. Each core has a dedicated 256k level 2 cache, shares 3 MB of level 3 cache, and has an integrated memory controller (dual channel).
This system also supports "Turbo Boost 2.0" -- which "automatically increases the speed of the active cores" to improve performance when needed (up to 2.7 GHz for this model) -- and "Hyper Threading" -- which allows the system to recognize four total "cores" or "threads" (two real and two virtual).
Also see: How much slower is the "Mid-2014" iMac than the "Late 2013" models? Is the cost savings enough to justify the performance decrease? |
| Turbo Boost: |
2.7 GHz |
Custom Speeds: |
N/A |
| Processor Upgrade: |
Soldered* |
FPU: |
Integrated |
| Details: |
*Officially, Apple provides no information about whether or not the processor in this model can be upgraded. However, the processor in this model is soldered to the motherboard and cannot be upgraded.
Also see: Is it possible to upgrade the processor in the "Tapered Edge" Aluminum iMac models? |
| System Bus Speed: |
5 GT/s* |
Cache Bus Speed: |
1.4 GHz (Built-in) |
| Details: |
*This system has a "Direct Media Interface" -- specifically DMI2 -- that "connects between the processor and chipset" in lieu of a traditional system bus. Intel reports that it runs at 5 GT/s. |
| ROM/Firmware Type: |
EFI |
EFI Architecture: |
64-Bit |
| L1 Cache: |
32k/32k |
L2/L3 Cache: |
256k x2, 3 MB (on chip) |
| Details: |
Each core has its own dedicated 256k level 2 cache and the system has 3 MB of shared level 3 cache. |
| RAM Type: |
LPDDR3 SDRAM* |
Min. RAM Speed: |
1600 MHz |
| Details: |
*Shipped standard with 8 GB of 1600 MHz "Low Power" LPDDR3 SDRAM onboard. |
| Standard RAM: |
8 GB |
Maximum RAM: |
8 GB* |
| Motherboard RAM: |
8 GB |
RAM Slots: |
None |
| Details: |
There are no RAM slots. 8 GB of RAM is onboard. |
| Video Card: |
HD Graphics 5000 |
VRAM Type: |
Integrated |
| Details: |
This model has an Intel HD Graphics 5000 graphics processor that shares memory with the system.
Which "Tapered Edge" iMac have video processors with dedicated memory? Which have integrated memory? |
| Standard VRAM: |
1.5 GB |
Maximum VRAM: |
1.5 GB |
| Details: |
The Intel HD Graphics 5000 processor in this model reserves up to 1.5 GB of system memory for video function. |
| Built-in Display: |
21.5" 16:9 Widescreen |
Native Resolution: |
1920x1080 |
| Details: |
This model has a 21.5" LED-backlit 16:9 widescreen TFT active matrix display with IPS technology and a native resolution of 1920x1080. Apple also reports that the "cover glass is fully laminated to the LCD and an anti-reflective coating is applied." The company does not report viewing angle or contrast ratio.
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| 2nd Display Support: |
Dual/Mirroring* |
2nd Max. Resolution: |
2560x1600 (x2) |
| Details: |
*This model can simultaneously support two external displays up to 2560x1600 via Thunderbolt. |
| Standard Storage: |
500 GB HDD |
Std. Storage Speed: |
5400 RPM |
| Details: |
*This model has a Serial ATA (6 Gb/s) connector for a 2.5" hard drive. If configured with a "Fusion" Drive or an SSD at the initial time of system purchase, it also has a proprietary PCIe connector, but this connector is not present if only configured with a hard drive at the time of purchase.
At the time of purchase, Apple offered a 1 TB hard drive for an extra US$50, a 1 TB "Fusion Drive" (which combines a 128 GB SSD and a 1 TB hard drive) for an extra US$250, or a 256 GB SSD for an extra US$250.
Also see: How do you upgrade the hard drive in the "Tapered Edge" Aluminum iMac models? What type of storage do they support? Is it even possible to upgrade these models?
In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells storage upgrades for this iMac.
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In Australia, site sponsor Upgradeable sells storage upgrades for this iMac.
Also see: SSD Compatibility Guide for All G3 & Later Macs. |
| Storage Dimensions: |
2.5" (7 mm)* |
Storage Interface: |
Serial ATA (6 Gb/s)* |
| Details: |
*This model has a SATA III (6 Gb/s) connector for a 2.5" hard drive or SSD. If the system is configured with an SSD or a "Fusion Drive" at the time of initial purchase, it also has a dedicated PCIe connection. If was not configured with an SSD or a "Fusion Drive" initially, the PCIe connector is not present and it is not possible to install a second drive later. |
| Standard Optical: |
None* |
Standard Disk: |
None |
| Details: |
*This iMac does not have an internal optical drive. Site sponsor Adorama offers the external Apple USB SuperDrive for US$79. It writes DVD+R DL and DVD-R DL at 4X, DVD-R and DVD+R at 8X, DVD-RW at 6X, DVD+RW at 8X, reads DVD at 8X, writes CD-R at 24X, writes CD-RW at 16X, and reads CD at 24X.
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| Standard Modem: |
None |
Standard Ethernet: |
10/100/1000Base-T |
| Standard AirPort: |
802.11ac* |
Standard Bluetooth: |
4.0 |
| Details: |
*802.11ac Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n backwards compatible) and Bluetooth 4.0 standard. |
| USB Ports: |
4 (3.0) |
Firewire Ports: |
None |
| Details: |
Four USB 3.0 ports. No Firewire port. |
| Expansion Slots: |
SDXC SD Card |
Expansion Bays: |
None |
| Details: |
In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells a wide variety of external expansion options and hand-picked accessories like external storage, stands, keyboards, cables, adapters, speakers, and more for this iMac. |
| Incl. Keyboard: |
Apple Wireless Keyboard |
Incl. Input: |
Magic Mouse/Trackpad |
| Details: |
This model ships with a small aluminum "ultrathin, compact wireless keyboard" (no numeric keypad) and a choice of either the wireless "Magic Mouse", where the "entire top is a seamless multi-touch surface" that allows one to "navigate using intuitive finger gestures," a wireless "Magic Trackpad" that provides multi-touch input like on a recent Apple notebook, or a traditional wired Apple mouse.
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: |
21.5" iMac Late 2012 |
| Details: |
The 21.5-Inch "Mid-2014" Aluminum iMac model uses a case design that is effectively identical to the "Late 2012" and "Late 2013" models, but the internals are different. Both lines have a glass front laminated directly to the LCD and an aluminum back that is thicker in the middle and tapers to a razor thin 5 mm edge. The entire system sits upon an aluminum "foot" that is 6.9 inches (17.5 cm) deep. |
| Apple Order No: |
MF883LL/A |
Apple Subfamily: |
Mid-2014 |
| Details: |
The Apple order number should be unique to this system. |
| Apple Model No: |
A1418 (EMC 2805) |
Model ID: |
iMac14,4 |
| Details: |
Please note that these identifiers refer to more than one model.
Also see: All Macs with the A1418 Model Number, the 2805 EMC Number, and the iMac14,4 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 10.9.3 (13D2061) |
Maximum MacOS: |
11 (Big Sur)* |
| Details: |
*This system fully supports the last version of OS X 10.9 "Mavericks," OS X 10.10 "Yosemite," and OS X 10.11 "El Capitan" including Metal graphics acceleration. It is fully supported by the last version of macOS Sierra (10.12) and macOS High Sierra (10.13), also. Running macOS High Sierra (10.13) or later, it supports HEVC (High-Efficiency Video Coding), but it does not support hardware accelerated HEVC.
This model is compatible with the final version of macOS Mojave (10.14), macOS Catalina (10.15), and macOS Big Sur (macOS 11), as well. It does not support macOS Monterey (macOS 12) or later versions of the macOS.
Also see: Which Macs are compatible with macOS Big Sur (macOS 11)? What are the system requirements? What are the major new features? |
| Minimum Windows: |
7 (64-Bit)* |
Maximum Windows: |
10 (64-Bit)* |
| Details: |
*The pre-installed version of Apple's Boot Camp BCA supports the 64-bit versions of Windows 7 and Windows 8. Boot Camp 6 supports the 64-bit version of Windows 10. Earlier versions of Windows are not supported. |
| MacOS 9 Support: |
None |
Windows Support: |
Boot/Virtualization |
| Details: |
Also see: Are there any third-party programs to run Mac OS 9/Classic applications on Intel Macs?
For more on running Windows on Intel Macs, please refer to the exhaustive Windows on Mac Q&A. |
| Dimensions: |
17.7 x 20.8 x 6.9 |
Avg. Weight: |
12.5 lbs. (5.68 kg) |
| Details: |
In inches - height by width by depth, (45.0 cm, 52.8 cm, 17.5 cm). |
| Original Price (US): |
US$1099 |
Est. Current Retail: |
US$150-US$250 |
| 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).
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Global original prices for the iMac "Core i5" 1.4 21.5" (Mid-2014) in 34 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 & South America
| Canada: |
C$1149 |
Brazil: |
R$5.799 |
| Mexico: |
MXN $17,999 |
United States: |
US$1099 |
Original Prices - Europe
| Austria: |
¤euro;1099 |
Belgium: |
¤euro;1129 |
| Denmark: |
DKK 8,499 |
Finland: |
¤euro;1129 |
| France: |
¤euro;1099 |
Germany: |
¤euro;1099 |
| Ireland: |
¤euro;1129 |
Italy: |
¤euro;1129 |
| Luxembourg: |
¤euro;1073,02 |
Netherlands: |
¤euro;1129 |
| Norway: |
NOK 9.290 |
Portugal: |
¤euro;1129 |
| Spain: |
¤euro;1129 |
Sweden: |
SEK 10.295 |
| Switzerland: |
CHF 1'199 |
United Kingdom: |
£899 |
Original Prices - Asia
| China: |
RMB 7,988 |
Hong Kong: |
HK$8,388 |
| India: |
Rs 79,900 |
Indonesia: |
Rp 13,999,000 |
| Japan: |
¥108,800 |
Korea: |
KRW 1,370,000 |
| Malaysia: |
RM 3,499 |
The Philippines: |
PHP 56,990 |
| Singapore: |
S$1,488 |
Taiwan: |
NT$35,900 |
| Thailand: |
THB 37,900 |
Vietnam: |
VND 24,999,000 |
Original Prices - Australia & New Zealand
| Australia: |
A$1349 |
New Zealand: |
NZ$1549 |
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