eMac/1.42GHz (SuperDrive)
This third update to the eMac features a faster processor, more standard RAM, a better video card, a dual-layer-burning SuperDrive, and more hard drive capacity.
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The latest update to the eMac brings no fundamental changes to its design or price. However, it does introduce faster processors, doubled storage capacity, and new graphics cards. This SuperDrive-equipped model boosts memory to 512MB -- twice the installed RAM in the $799 configuration.
Pros: Sturdy and attractive all-in-one design; decent performance; larger hard drive; improved graphics; double-layer SuperDrive.
Cons: Bulky; no wireless support.
Lab Tests
| Speedmark 4 Score | 142 |
|---|---|
| Cinema 4D XL 9.1 | 4:53 |
| iMovie HD | 0:44 |
| iTunes 4.7.1 | 2:30 |
| Photoshop CS2 | 1:46 |
| Compressor | 12:06 |
| Unreal Tournament 2004 | 20fps |
| Tested Configuration | Mac OS X 10.4 with 512MB of RAM |
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