Current model All-in-one Mac · 2024

iMac M4 24" (16GB, 256GB)

All-in-one with 4.5K display. Solid entry-level for 7B–9B models.

RAM
16 GB
Bandwidth
120 GB/s
Comfortable model range
7B

Local AI fit

7B is the realistic daily range

Comfortable up to 7B–8B in 4-bit. 12B–13B is tight with short context.

Comfortable
7B
Tight
13B
Capacity edge
13B

13B is a capacity edge, not a blanket promise: it generally requires strong weight quantization, a short context, and little parallel load. KV-cache precision and the model architecture can materially change the result.

16GB explained Why unified memory is more than model weights Understand quantization, KV cache, macOS headroom, and the difference between “fits” and “runs well.” Open RAM guide

Purchase status

Current model

Available new. Check the exact configuration and current price with the seller.

Generation
M4
Released
2024
Data checked
2026-07-29

At a glance

Technical Specs

All-in-one Mac
Chip
M4
RAM
16 GB
CPU cores
8
GPU cores
8
Memory bandwidth
120 GB/s
Storage
256 GB
Form factor
All-in-one Mac
Release year
2024

What works well

Pros

  • 4.5K display included
  • Slim all-in-one

What to consider

Cons

  • 16 GB limits model size
  • Not upgradable

Data verified

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