Apple iMac 21.5" vs CLX SET TGMSETRTU5204BM
Apple iMac 21.5" 2019, Core i3, 8GB, 1TB HDD, Radeon Pro 555X, Silver
CLX SET TGMSETRTU5204BM 2025, Core i9-14900KF, 64GB, 2TB SSD + 6TB HDD, RTX 5070, Black
What Buyers Say
Apple iMac 21.5" 2019, Core i3, 8GB, 1TB HDD, Radeon Pro 555X, Silver
This renewed iMac receives mostly positive feedback for its value and performance, with users praising the screen size and computer quality for the price. However, several buyers expressed frustration about the accessories, noting that the included keyboard and mouse are often third-party Windows peripherals that are low quality or incompatible with the Mac. While the machine itself works well, potential buyers should expect to purchase their own compatible keyboard and mouse.
Pros
- Good value for the price
- Large screen size
- Good sound and camera quality
- Works well after initial setup
Cons
- Poor quality third-party keyboard
- Incompatible or low-quality mouse
- Barely any packaging
- Occasional slowness
CLX SET TGMSETRTU5204BM 2025, Core i9-14900KF, 64GB, 2TB SSD + 6TB HDD, RTX 5070, Black
This CLX SET gaming desktop receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from users. Reviewers praise its exceptional performance, noting no lag on high-end games and smooth operation on Ultra settings. The fast loading times, crisp graphics, and included accessories like a customizable lighting remote and illuminated keyboard and mouse are also highlighted. A minor issue with BIOS adjustment for Black Ops 7 is mentioned, but overall satisfaction is very high.
Pros
- Exceptional gaming performance
- No lag on high-end games
- Fast loading times
- Crisp and clear graphics
- Customizable lighting with remote
Cons
- BIOS adjustment needed for Black Ops 7
Scores
Specifications
| Apple iMac 21.5" | CLX SET TGMSETRTU5204BM | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Intel 8th Generation Core i3 | Intel Core i9 14900KF★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 4 | 24★ |
| Frequency | 3.6 GHz★ | 3.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 36 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | AMD Radeon Pro 555X | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | discrete |
| VRAM | — | 12 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | — | GDDR7 |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 64 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR4 | DDR5★ |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 2 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | HDD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Storage 2 | — | 6 TB★ |
| Storage 2 Type | — | HDD★ |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | aio | mid-tower |
| PSU | — | 850W★ |
| Weight | 5.67 kg | 12.70 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 0 | 1★ |
| USB Ports | 4 | 9★ |
| Thunderbolt | 2 x Thunderbolt 3 | — |
| HDMI | 0 | 1x HDMI |
| DisplayPort | — | 3x DisplayPort |
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0★ | Yes |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| System | ||
| OS | macOS | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Apple iMac 21.5" 2019, Core i3, 8GB, 1TB HDD, Radeon Pro 555X, Silver
- Strong reliability (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average ram (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average cpu (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (20th percentile)20th %ile
CLX SET TGMSETRTU5204BM 2025, Core i9-14900KF, 64GB, 2TB SSD + 6TB HDD, RTX 5070, Black
- Strong storage (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong ram (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong cpu (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average reliability (12th percentile)12th %ile
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 8 usage categories and 16 of 28 specs.