MacComparisonZone: 15" iMac G4/1.0GHz vs Dual Processor Power Mac G4/867 MHz - Performance And Specifications Review
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Created: 5/9/04
Introduction
This Guide compares the 15" iMac G4/1.0GHz which has the Combo Drive, to the Dual Processor Power Mac G4/867 MHz, also with a Combo Drive.
Below you will find specifications and features, performance, and price comparisons. We also provide further links where you can do additional research, should you so wish.
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3 USB 2.0 Ports (480 Mbps)
2 FireWire Port (400 Mbps)
audio line-in jack
Optional Bluetooth 1.1 module and antenna
56k V.92 modem
Optional 11-Mbps AirPort Card
10/100/1000BaseT
2 USB 1.0 Ports (12 Mbps)
2 FireWire Port (400 Mbps)
Video
15-inch display resolutions: 1024 by 768 (native)
VGA output port - Requires adapter, sold separately.
S-video and composite video output to connect directly to a TV or projector - Requires adapter, sold separately.
Dual display support for VGA video mirroring
Support for digital resolutions up to 1920 by 1200 pixels
ADC and DVI connectors
DVI to VGA adapter included
Dual display support for extended desktop and video mirroring modes
Specification Notes
Built-in flat-panel display
Weight: 21.2 pounds (9.7 kilos)
Comes with Apple Pro Speaker
Weight: 42 pounds (19.1 kilos)
Performance
Machine
15" iMac G4/1.0GHz
Power Mac Dual G4/867 MHz
Processor Dual
53.39 seconds
30.39 seconds- - 75% Faster
Graphics Gaming
20.6 frames per second
38 frames per second - - 84% Faster
General - Interface
26.39 seconds
34.99 seconds - - 25% slower
Office Word Macro
101.88 seconds
81.95 seconds - - 24% Faster
Office Excel Macro
55.87 seconds
52.24 seconds - - 7% Faster
Notes
Unfortunately we did not have a wealth of performance comparisons between these two machines. The Graphics Game test is based on a game that takes good advantage of dual processors ... not all games do.
The Dual Processor score is based on the Altivec Fractal program. which you can freely download and run on your own machine.
The 'General Interface' test is based on Let1kWindowsBloom, which is also freely available
For more detailed performance results see this page
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MacComparisonZone: 15" iMac G4/1.0GHz vs Dual Processor Power Mac G4/867 MHz - Performance And Specifications Review
Created: 5/9/04 
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Base machine
DeskJet 5850 wireless printer, $100 after rebate ($199 up front)
PowerMac Dual G4/867 256 MB , 60 GB, Combo, 56k modem ... Original price: $1,699 
