Part Name: Logic Board – Apple iMac 24″ A2438 M1, 8-Core CPU / 7-Core GPU / 8GB RAM / 1TB SSD Apple Part Number: 661-16559 Logic Board Number: 820-02009-A Compatible Model: iMac 24″ – M1 (2021), A2438 (4-Port or 2-Port) EMC Number: 3662
Technical Description
This is the complete logic board assembly for the Apple iMac 24-inch (2021) Model A2438, featuring the first-generation Apple M1 System-on-Chip with integrated memory and storage.
Key Specifications:
Apple M1 Chip: 8-core CPU (4 performance cores + 4 efficiency cores) and 7-core GPU using 5nm architecture. Unified Memory: 8GB LPDDR4X-4266 MHz RAM (soldered). Internal Storage: 1TB integrated NVMe SSD. Wireless Connectivity: Built-in Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and Bluetooth 5.0. I/O Support: Compatible with both 4-port and 2-port A2438 configurations. Thermal Support: Includes mounting points for fan and thermal modules.
Compatibility Note:
This board is only for the iMac 24″ M1 (2021) Model A2438. It does not work with earlier Intel-based iMacs or M1 Pro / Max variants.