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3.1GHz Quad-Core Intel Core i5
2560 x 1440 resolution
4GB (two 2GB) memory
1TB hard drive1
AMD Radeon HD 6970M with 1GB

Price: $1,898.87 (Final price, No tax)

I have been debating whether to purchase the highest end iMac. I have been a PC user for a good number of years now and I would just like to switch over to something different. I have tried an iMac out for myself, and personally I love the extremely nice display and user interface of Apple's OS. I would use this iMac for some gaming, web use, video and picture editing, watching Netflix, and some School-work. However there are some problems that I am having that is preventing me from finalizing my choice.

1) First off, the price.
I can afford to spend $2,000 on an iMac, but it will put a dent on my hard earned money saved up. I have almost come to an agreement to try to ask my parents if they will help me out with a loan.

2) The lifespan.
The reason I want the 27" iMac is so I will have the technology that will last 2-4 years down the road. Problem again is with the price, and I could save $300 going to the lower-end iMac. Another conflict; with that I really like the 1gb Vram and I would need that for future gaming, just light gaming though. I would hate to be stuck with 512mb.


The main issue here is the money, but on ebay I could sale it 2 years down the road and get 50-75% of what I paid back. It is still just a very hard choice. If I do decide to buy one, I can get it on Amazon for cheaper because Apple charges sales tax on their website.


I would just like some feedback, any kind will help and be greatly appreciated.

You're also missing the 27" LED display. I looked at the Alienware M18x and it looks amazing too.

Alienware and Mac draw you in with their exterior. However, in the computer world, it's 100% about the interior. You're going to get ripped off if you go down either of those roads. Your best bet is building you own. You'll have it exactly the way you want it and save $1000 or so for a better product.

Where can I build a gaming Laptop at?

I didn't know you were talking about laptops. For a gaming laptop, I'd suggest looking at asus' G-series.

Thank you!