iMac Pro review

While we wait for the big reveal of its modular pro computer, Apple has built a preposterously powerful iMac – but for whom?

Our Verdict

Colossal power, monster price tag – but if you actually need that power, your decision to buy is a simple calculation specifically based on whether the iMac Pro will make you more money than it costs

For

  • Ridiculously fast CPU, GPU, SSD and I/O
  • Heat dissipation is astonishing
  • Beautiful screen

Against

  • Screen is better for producing assets for display on screens rather than print
  • Limited upgradability
  • No Target Display Mode

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You don’t buy the iMac Pro because you want it; you buy it because you need it. And the only reason you need it is if having its huge power at your disposal literally and specifically makes you more money. And, as it goes, for this to be true, you’re likely to be a VAT-registered company, in which case, the hair-raising £9,188 spec we’re reviewing here actually works out at £7,657.

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The Verdict
8

out of 10

iMac Pro review

Colossal power, monster price tag – but if you actually need that power, your decision to buy is a simple calculation specifically based on whether the iMac Pro will make you more money than it costs

Christopher has written and edited a range of publications, including Apple-specialist titles MacFormat, Mac|Life and iPad User. His work has also featured in the BBC, Computer Arts, Digital Camera Magazine, PhotoRadar, Practical Photoshop, Macworld and TechRadar. He is currently head of podcasts at DC Thomson and has spoken at various design and tech events.

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