Intel imac v old dual G5 tower

Hello
I'm looking at upgrading my current set up which is a dual 2GHz G5 tower and a tired 21" CRT monitor. Money is a big consideration so I've been looking at the 24" intel imac. Would the imac be any faster than the machine I have? I use it for 3D and graphics. I know I'd be better off with a Mac Pro setup for 3D but I'd be happy with the imac if it gave me better performance than I already have (plus I want that screen!)
thanks in advance
steve

Hi Steve,
We have a G5 tower at work as well as 3 x 24" white iMacs, all run CS2 / 3 and Lightwave fine. The iMacs are at least as good as the G5, to the point where we prefer to use the iMacs due to the greater screen space.
One thing to watch on the new iMacs is the gradient effect on the screens - search this forum and you'll find lots of posts about this. I have a new alu iMac at home to do graphics and web design, which the screen is fine for even with a slight gradient. But if you're doing colour grading or photography, it might prove tricky. I find my screen has a yellow tint in the right half of the screen.
Hope this helps
Andy

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