They’ll likely be more affordable in the future, so unless you need the speed right away, we recommend buying an iMac with a slower processor upfront and upgrading it down the road. The iMac’s processor is also upgradable, but replacement CPUs aren’t cost effective right now-so we’re not offering them yet. We’re working on iMac SSD Upgrade Kits, and expect to have them in our store very soon. ![]() Check out your iram upgrades functionality when you buy it. The opening procedure is essentially the same as the 2015 4K iMac-and we’ve adapted the existing repair instructions to guide you through the installation process for your 2017 iMac. Timetec 16GB KIT(2x8GB) Compatible for Apple DDR3L 1600MHz for Mac Book Pro(Early/Late 2011,Mid 2012), iMac(Mid 2011,Late 2012,Early/Late 2013,Late 2014,Mid 2015), Mac Mini(Mid 2011,Late 2012) MAC RAM. That’s just $100 more than what Apple wants to “max out” your RAM at 16 GB on the 3.0 GHz model. With iFixit’s iMac Intel 21.5″ Mid 2017 Memory Maxxer RAM Upgrade Kit, you can quadruple your RAM from 8 GB to 32 GB for $300. But when I tried verifying with their tech support, they told me that they were not compatible. ![]() Based on research, I found available compatible RAMs. If you want 32 GB, you have to buy the more expensive 3.4 GHz version-a $200 minimum increase, plus $600 for 32 GB RAM. I am looking to upgrade my iMac (21.5-inch, Mid 2011) 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5. Under Apple’s configurations, the 3.0 GHz 4K tops out at 16 GB of RAM. With the right tools and parts, you can absolutely boost your RAM, expand the storage, and save money in the process. ![]() Of course, Apple says the iMac isn’t user-upgradable-but we’re not your average “user” and neither are you. Yesterday, our teardown revealed that the 21.5″ iMac 2017 has upgradable RAM-the first time Apple has included removable RAM in a 21.5″ iMac since 2013.
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