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Feb 7, 2022 7:53 PM

Costco Members: Apple iMac 21.5", Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD

$600

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Costco Wholesale has Apple iMac 21.5" Intel Core i5, 8GB Memory, 256GB SSD (MHK03LL/A) on sale for $599.99 valid for Costco Members only. Shipping is free.

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Note, must login to your Costco account w/ an active membership to purchase

Specs:
  • 7th Gen Dual-Core Intel Core i5 Processor 2.3GHz
  • 21.5" FHD (1920x1080) Display
  • 256GB Solid State Drive
  • 8GB DDR4 2133MHz RAM
  • Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640
  • 802.11 Wireless-AC + Bluetooth 4.2
  • Integrated FaceTime HD Camera
  • 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet
  • Microphone
  • Wireless Magic Keyboard
  • Magic Mouse 2
  • Mac OS Monterey
    • Inputs
      • 2x Thunderbolt 3 USB-C Port
      • 4x USB-A Port
      • 1x SDXC Card Slot
      • 1x Headphone Jack
      • 1x RJ-45
      • Kensington Lock Slot
Warranty
  • Includes standard Apple manufacturer warranty + Costco's Concierge Services (2nd year warranty, free technical support & 90 day return policy) w/ purchase

Editor's Notes

Written by SlickDealio
  • This product is currently on sale for $450 less (42.85% Savings) than the online price of $1049.99.
  • AppleCare+ is available for those that want to protect this investment
  • Limit of 2 per member only
  • Offer valid through February 11, 2022 or while promotion/supplies last
Additional Notes
  • Item/product may also be available in your local Costco Warehouse
  • Please refer to the forum thread for additional details - Discombobulated

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Costco Wholesale has Apple iMac 21.5" Intel Core i5, 8GB Memory, 256GB SSD (MHK03LL/A) on sale for $599.99 valid for Costco Members only. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member FantasticSwing1676 for finding this deal

Note, must login to your Costco account w/ an active membership to purchase

Specs:
  • 7th Gen Dual-Core Intel Core i5 Processor 2.3GHz
  • 21.5" FHD (1920x1080) Display
  • 256GB Solid State Drive
  • 8GB DDR4 2133MHz RAM
  • Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640
  • 802.11 Wireless-AC + Bluetooth 4.2
  • Integrated FaceTime HD Camera
  • 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet
  • Microphone
  • Wireless Magic Keyboard
  • Magic Mouse 2
  • Mac OS Monterey
    • Inputs
      • 2x Thunderbolt 3 USB-C Port
      • 4x USB-A Port
      • 1x SDXC Card Slot
      • 1x Headphone Jack
      • 1x RJ-45
      • Kensington Lock Slot
Warranty
  • Includes standard Apple manufacturer warranty + Costco's Concierge Services (2nd year warranty, free technical support & 90 day return policy) w/ purchase

Editor's Notes

Written by SlickDealio
  • This product is currently on sale for $450 less (42.85% Savings) than the online price of $1049.99.
  • AppleCare+ is available for those that want to protect this investment
  • Limit of 2 per member only
  • Offer valid through February 11, 2022 or while promotion/supplies last
Additional Notes
  • Item/product may also be available in your local Costco Warehouse
  • Please refer to the forum thread for additional details - Discombobulated

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Feb 7, 2022 8:15 PM
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mig0Feb 7, 2022 8:15 PM
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Older imac this is 2017 model. Ram and ssd can be upgraded but difficult to do so I think

https://www.ifixit.com/Device/iMa...2_EMC_3068


Screen is just 1080p. At $600 this isn't the best idea in the world but not the worst. It works with Monterrey but no telling how long support will last- I wouldn't expect the next os to be supported on it.
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Feb 7, 2022 8:19 PM
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dead4lifeFeb 7, 2022 8:19 PM
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7th Gen intel. Hard pass for anyone but maybe for a school-aged kid looking for a homework computer.
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Feb 7, 2022 8:28 PM
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Feb 7, 2022 9:57 PM
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insaneXprovalFeb 7, 2022 9:57 PM
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Yep, you're FAR better off just snagging an open box Macbook Air M1 and using a monitor if you want a Mac with a larger screen at this point. The M1 will spank the dual-core i5 that's in this Costco model.

https://everymac.com/systems/appl...specs.html

Per Everymac, this model was discontinued last October.

-iX

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Feb 7, 2022 10:25 PM
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yaaayFeb 7, 2022 10:25 PM
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Quote from insaneXproval View quoted comment :
Yep, you're FAR better off just snagging an open box Macbook Air M1 and using a monitor if you want a Mac with a larger screen at this point. The M1 will spank the dual-core i5 that's in this Costco model.

https://everymac.com/systems/appl...specs.html

Per Everymac, this model was discontinued last October.

-iX

Edit: Grammar and more info

any recommendations on where to get open box macbooks?
Feb 7, 2022 11:28 PM
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MaterialismFeb 7, 2022 11:28 PM
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traaaash. go m1!
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Feb 7, 2022 11:34 PM
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SarnsungFeb 7, 2022 11:34 PM
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Quote from yaaay View quoted comment :
any recommendations on where to get open box macbooks?
Bestbuy open boxes

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Feb 7, 2022 11:45 PM
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chiyanFeb 7, 2022 11:45 PM
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Just stating the obvious, but this can dual boot: MacOS and Windows. M1 cannot.
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Feb 8, 2022 1:09 AM
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Badass123Feb 8, 2022 1:09 AM
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Obama was the president when the CPU in this model was announced.
Last edited by Badass123 February 8, 2022 at 02:17 PM.
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Feb 8, 2022 1:13 AM
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xdzFeb 8, 2022 1:13 AM
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7th gen, 21.5 inch screen… don't encourage anyone to get this.
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Feb 8, 2022 1:22 AM
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SlickDealirFeb 8, 2022 1:22 AM
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Quote from mig0 View quoted comment :
Older imac this is 2017 model. Ram and ssd can be upgraded but difficult to do so I think

https://www.ifixit.com/Device/iMa...2_EMC_3068


Screen is just 1080p. At $600 this isn't the best idea in the world but not the worst. It works with Monterrey but no telling how long support will last- I wouldn't expect the next os to be supported on it.

5 years up to 7 depending on how generous Apple is. They defined 5 years as vintage, 7 years as obsolete. With that said they supported the iPhone 6s with updates all the way up to iOS 15, and that was released in 2015.

Definitely agree with others, getting a computer this old isn't recommended.
Last edited by SlickDealir February 8, 2022 at 07:24 PM.
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Feb 8, 2022 1:27 AM
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Feb 8, 2022 1:30 AM
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namxFeb 8, 2022 1:30 AM
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Wouldn't it be better to buy a mac mini and add your own monitor, keyboard, and mouse?
Feb 8, 2022 1:32 AM
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tek_dealsFeb 8, 2022 1:32 AM
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Magic keyboard and mouse itself costs $200
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Feb 8, 2022 1:56 AM
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rixseFeb 8, 2022 1:56 AM
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Bestbuy is still selling this MHK03LL/A for $1,099. Walmart has this outdated stuff still selling for $934.95 and Apple is selling this same model refurbished for $889, except that this has 1TB HDD vs the Costco version has 256GB SSD. Difficult to beat the price.

https://www.costco.com/apple-imac...83893.html

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/appl...lsrc=aw.ds

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Apple-...lerId=4720

https://www.apple.com/shop/produc...7c246a4580
Last edited by rixse February 7, 2022 at 06:00 PM.
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