And iMac fans looking for a jolt will find lots to like in the single-processor G5 models. For the quality, the included software, and the flexibility of a Unix-based desktop that can do much of what a $20,000 Sun workstation can do, however, the Power Mac G5 is worth every penny for power users and creative professionals.
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We tested the dual-processor G5 with added memory totaling 2GB, upgraded graphics in the form of ATI's Radeon 9800 Pro card, and Apple's stunning 20-inch Cinema Display, which, among other extras, brings the total system price to a whopping $5,926. The 1.6GHz, single-processor base model starts at $1,999 and ramps up to $2,999 for a 2GHz dual-processor model with plenty of extras. (6/11/04)Īlthough Mac and PC camps will probably never resolve their claims of having the "fastest personal computer," the Power Mac G5 is nonetheless an epochal leap for Apple, as it addresses G4 shortcomings such as lack of CPU speed, choked bus architecture, and tired case design. We hope to bring you updated performance results for the new 2.5GHz dual-processor model and news about the other technology and features improvements.
Editors' note: Apple recently updated its Power Mac G5 line, which now has three dual-processor configurations with speeds up to 2.5GHz.
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