Apple Unveils New 24-Inch iMac with M6 Chip: 4.5K Retina Display, Nano-Texture Option, 12MP Center Stage, and India Pricing Starting at ₹1,34,900

Continuing its late-October hardware refresh cycle ahead of the “Pro and Tell” briefings, Apple has officially updated its premier all-in-one desktop: the 24-inch iMac with M6. Designed for home offices, creative studios, classrooms, and family workstations, the refreshed all-in-one brings Apple’s latest 2nm silicon architecture into a minimalist desktop format.

In India, the new 24-inch iMac with M6 starts at ₹1,34,900 (or ₹1,24,900 for eligible education buyers) for the base tier configured with 16GB of unified memory and 256GB of SSD storage. In the United States, baseline pricing starts at $1,299.

Measuring an ultra-slim 11.5mm thin, the updated iMac retains its compact footprint while adding substantial internal upgrades: the Apple M6 processor, an optional anti-glare nano-texture glass display, a 12MP Center Stage camera with Desk View, Wi-Fi 7 networking, and a suite of color-matched USB-C Magic peripherals.

Compute & Intelligence: The Next-Gen Apple M6 Silicon

Replacing earlier generation M-series chips, the desktop integrates the newly announced Apple M6 system-on-chip, built on TSMC’s 2nm-class fabrication process:

• Configurable CPU Layouts: Available in an entry-level 10-core CPU configuration (4 performance cores and 6 efficiency cores) as well as a fully unlocked 12-core CPU configuration (6 performance cores and 6 efficiency cores). The M6 delivers up to 1.4x faster overall system execution than the M4 and up to 4x faster processing compared to Intel-based 21.5-inch and 27-inch legacy iMacs.
• Next-Gen GPU Architecture: The onboard GPU scales from a 10-core GPU on the base model up to a 12-core GPU with second-generation hardware-accelerated ray tracing and mesh shading. Real-time 3D rendering and 4K ProRes multi-stream timeline scrubbing perform with lower thermal overhead and silent acoustic operation.
• Dual 16-Core Neural Engine: To accelerate Apple Intelligence workloads, the higher-tier M6 configurations integrate two synchronized 16-core NPU clusters, allowing local Large Language Models (LLMs), automated image isolation, and voice transcription tasks to execute directly on the desktop without relying on external cloud compute.
• Standard 16GB Unified Memory: Reflecting the heightened system requirements of modern generative computing, all models start with 16GB of unified memory as standard, configurable up to 24GB (+₹24,000) or 32GB (+₹48,000).

Visual Canvas: 4.5K Retina with Optional Nano-Texture Glass

The 24-inch panel remains a standout visual workspace, now upgraded with anti-reflective options:

• 24-Inch 4.5K Retina Display: Featuring a resolution of 4480 × 2520 pixels (218 PPI), the screen supports 1 billion colors, P3 wide color gamut coverage, and 500 nits of peak brightness, backed by True Tone ambient color temperature balancing.
• Nano-Texture Glass Option: For the first time on the consumer iMac line, Apple is offering its etched nano-texture glass finish as a configure-to-order option for an additional ₹18,000 ($150) on 4-port models. The microscopic etching scatters harsh ambient lighting and window reflections in brightly lit studios or open living rooms while maintaining text sharpness and contrast.
• 11.5mm Ultra-Slim Profile: The thermal efficiency of the M6 platform allows the entire computer logic board, speakers, and power distribution to fit behind the display in a clean, flat 11.5mm unibody.

Communication & Studio Audio: Center Stage & Six-Speaker Sound

• 12MP Center Stage Camera with Desk View: Upgraded from the older 1080p sensors, the new 12-megapixel Center Stage camera keeps users automatically centered during video conferences on FaceTime, Microsoft Teams, or Zoom. With Desk View support, the wide-angle camera simultaneously displays a top-down view of the physical desktop surface in front of the keyboard-ideal for demonstrating physical documents, sketches, or DIY projects.
• Studio-Quality Three-Mic Array: Employs directional beamforming microphones with studio-grade signal-to-noise ratios, reducing room reverberation and filtering background ambient chatter.
• Immersive Six-Speaker System: Features two pairs of force-cancelling woofers paired with high-performance tweeters, delivering spatial audio playback with native Dolby Atmos certification.

Connectivity, Ports & Color-Matched Peripherals

• Versatile Port Configurations:
  • Base 2-Port Models: Feature two Thunderbolt 4 / USB 4 ports, capable of driving an external 6K display at 60Hz.
  • Higher 4-Port Models: Feature four Thunderbolt 4 ports, providing high-bandwidth external SSD transfer speeds and support for up to two external 6K displays alongside the built-in 4.5K panel.
• Gigabit Ethernet & Power Brick: The four-port models feature a standard Gigabit Ethernet port integrated directly into the magnetic power adapter brick, keeping cable clutter off the main desk surface (available as a build-to-order option on two-port tiers).
• Next-Gen Wireless: Integrates Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) and Bluetooth 6 for lower peripheral latency and faster local file transfers.
• USB-C Magic Peripherals: Every iMac ships with a color-matched Magic Keyboard (with Touch ID on four-port configurations) and Magic Mouse or optional Magic Trackpad, featuring unified USB-C charging ports and braided color-coordinated cables.

24-Inch iMac (M6) vs. 24-Inch iMac (M4) vs. MacBook Pro 14 (M6)

Specification Dimension	24-Inch iMac (M6, 2026)	24-Inch iMac (M4, 2024)	MacBook Pro 14 (M6, 2026)
Starting Price (India)	₹1,34,900 (16GB / 256GB)	Launched at ₹1,34,900	₹2,39,900 (16GB / 1TB)
Starting Price (Global)	$1,299 / £1,299	$1,299	$1,999
Form Factor	All-in-One Desktop (11.5mm)	All-in-One Desktop (11.5mm)	Portable Laptop Workstation
Compute Processor	Apple M6 (10-Core / 12-Core)	Apple M4 (8-Core / 10-Core)	Apple M6 (12-Core CPU)
Graphics Core	10-Core / 12-Core Next-Gen GPU	8-Core / 10-Core GPU	12-Core Next-Gen GPU
Neural Processing	Dual 16-Core NPU (Top Models)	16-Core Neural Engine	Dual 16-Core Neural Engine
Display Panel	24″ 4.5K Retina (4480×2520)	24″ 4.5K Retina (4480×2520)	14.2″ Liquid Retina XDR (120Hz)
Anti-Glare Option	Optional Nano-Texture Glass	Optional Nano-Texture Glass	Optional Nano-Texture Glass
Webcam Hardware	12MP Center Stage + Desk View	12MP Center Stage + Desk View	12MP Center Stage + Desk View
External Display Support	Up to 2x 6K External Displays	Up to 2x 6K External Displays	Up to 2x External Displays
Wireless Networking	Wi-Fi 7 & Bluetooth 6	Wi-Fi 6E & Bluetooth 5.3	Wi-Fi 7 & Bluetooth 6
Color Palette	7 Colors (Green, Pink, Blue, etc)	7 Vibrant Colorways	Space Black, Silver

Indian Pricing, Configurations & Color Palette

The 24-inch iMac with M6 is offered in seven finishes: Green, Yellow, Orange, Pink, Purple, Blue, and Silver. (Note: Yellow, Orange, and Purple remain exclusive to the 4-port configurations).

Indian Retail Configuration Breakdown:

• Base Tier (10-Core CPU, 10-Core GPU, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD, 2x Ports): ₹1,34,900 (Student Education Price: ₹1,24,900)
• Mid Tier (12-Core CPU, 12-Core GPU, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD, 4x Ports, Touch ID): ₹1,54,900
• Upper Tier (12-Core CPU, 12-Core GPU, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 4x Ports, Touch ID): ₹1,74,900
• High-End Tier (12-Core CPU, 12-Core GPU, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 4x Ports, Touch ID): ₹1,94,900
• Nano-Texture Display Glass Add-on (4-port models only): +₹18,000

Buying Verdict: The Complete Desktop Package

1. Who It Is Built For: Users seeking a clutter-free computing environment without separate towers, monitors, and tangled cords. With its 4.5K Retina panel, built-in studio speakers, and responsive M6 processor, it serves as an efficient home, education, and creative terminal.
2. The 2-Port vs. 4-Port Choice: The ₹1,34,900 entry model provides solid value for standard productivity, but power users and creators should consider the ₹1,54,900 four-port tier. The extra ₹20,000 unlocks the full 12-core CPU/GPU M6 silicon, two additional Thunderbolt 4 ports, Gigabit Ethernet in the power brick, and the Magic Keyboard with Touch ID.
3. Availability: Pre-orders open online across India and globally on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, with official in-store retail availability and shipments starting on Friday, November 6, 2026.