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iMac 24″ M3 (10-core GPU): gaming performance

The iMac 24″ M3 (10-core GPU) (2023) is fine for lighter games and older AAA titles. In native games it runs Cyberpunk 2077 at about 29 FPS and Baldur's Gate 3 at about 36 FPS at 1080p High, and League of Legends at about 185 FPS. Windows games through CrossOver, like Counter-Strike 2, reach about 68 FPS. Its 10-core GPU performs roughly like a desktop RX 6500 XT in native games. With 16 GB of unified memory, about 10.4 GB is available for graphics.

Specs that matter for gaming

2023 · iMac 24″

ChipApple M3
CPU8-core CPU (4P + 4E)
GPU10-core · hardware ray tracing
Unified memory8 GB / 16 GB / 24 GB
Display4480×2520
CoolingActive (fans)
Similar PCRX 6500 XT + Ryzen 5 8500G

Cyberpunk 2077 by settings

Native Mac version, 16 GB memory.

Quality1080p1440p1440p + MetalFX
Low513550
Medium392738
High292028
Ultra231521

FPS in 16 games

High settings, 16 GB memory, average FPS. "CrossOver" means the Windows version through translation.

GameRuns as1080p1440pRetina (4480×2520)
Cyberpunk 2077Native292010
Baldur's Gate 3Native362512
Resident Evil 4Native322210
Assassin's Creed ShadowsNative23167
Death Stranding Director's CutNative352412
No Man's SkyNative332311
Lies of PNative382613
World of WarcraftNative554020
League of LegendsNative18513065
Minecraft (Java)Native19616484
Counter-Strike 2CrossOver684824
Elden RingCrossOver24178
GTA V (story mode)CrossOver382713
ValorantNot on Mac–––
FortniteCloud only–––
Call of Duty: WarzoneNot on Mac–––

Try other games and settings

Similar Macs

MacBook Air 13″ M3 (8-core GPU)2024 · Cyberpunk 1080p ≈21 FPSMacBook Air 13″ M3 (10-core GPU)2024 · Cyberpunk 1080p ≈25 FPSMacBook Air 15″ M32024 · Cyberpunk 1080p ≈25 FPSMacBook Pro 14″ M32023 · Cyberpunk 1080p ≈29 FPSiMac 24″ M3 (8-core GPU)2023 · Cyberpunk 1080p ≈25 FPSiMac 24″ M4 (8-core GPU)2024 · Cyberpunk 1080p ≈27 FPS

iMac 24″ M3 (10-core GPU): quick answers

Is the iMac 24″ M3 (10-core GPU) good for gaming?

The iMac 24″ M3 (10-core GPU) (2023) is fine for lighter games and older AAA titles. Expect about 29 FPS in Cyberpunk 2077 and 185 FPS in League of Legends at 1080p High.

What PC is the iMac 24″ M3 (10-core GPU) equal to for gaming?

In native Mac games its graphics perform roughly like a RX 6500 XT, with CPU performance close to a Ryzen 5 8500G. Windows games through CrossOver run about a third slower.

How much memory does the iMac 24″ M3 (10-core GPU) need for gaming?

Avoid the 8 GB version for modern games. 16 GB gives about 10.4 GB to graphics, which is enough for 1080p–1440p High.