iMac (24-inch, M1, 2021)
Our verdict
Carry on.
It’s fully supported. There’s nothing to rescue.
I
Keep using it
It runs macOS Tahoe 26 and receives every security update Apple ships, with macOS Golden Gate 27 (beta) already announced for it.
II
When the time comes
Apple Trade In or a private sale — this model still holds real value.
SupportedTops out at macOS Tahoe 26; macOS Golden Gate 27 (beta) announced.
Worth, roughly$450–600
The record
Introduced
2021
Model identifier
iMac21,1, iMac21,2
Chip
Apple M1
Architecture
Apple Silicon
Latest official release
macOS Tahoe 26
Announced next
macOS Golden Gate 27 (beta)
With OpenCore Patcher
Not applicable
Security updates
Current — receiving all updates on macOS Tahoe.
Apple hardware status
Current
Data confidence
high
Common questions
What is the newest macOS for the iMac (24-inch, M1, 2021)?
The iMac (24-inch, M1, 2021) officially tops out at macOS Tahoe 26. Apple has announced macOS Golden Gate 27 (beta) for this model.
Is the iMac (24-inch, M1, 2021) still getting security updates?
Yes — it runs the current release and receives every security update Apple ships.
Is the iMac (24-inch, M1, 2021) vintage or obsolete?
Neither — Apple still services this model.
What is a iMac (24-inch, M1, 2021) worth?
Roughly $450–600 in working condition, depending on spec and battery health. Selling privately usually beats a trade-in quote at this age.
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