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Best Power Mac G5 Deals

2009.01.30

The Power Mac G5 was the most powerful PowerPC-based computer Apple ever sold and the last line of Macs to support Classic Mode.

The Power Mac line was displaced by the Intel-based Mac Pro, which has two or four dual-core CPUs at 2.0 to 3.0 GHz. Even the "consumer" Core 2 Duo iMacs outperform the Power Mac G5s in terms of overall processing power. You lose expandability and Classic mode (try SheepShaver for Classic on Intel) while gaining an all-in-one solution and Intel power.

Mac OS X 10.5 "Leopard" is supported on all G5 Macs, and it's the first version of OS X with no support for Classic Mode.

Used G5 PowerMacs range from 1.6 GHz single processor to 2.5 GHz quad processor models. Models are used unless otherwise noted.

For our take on the value of recent Power Mac G5 models, see The October 2005 Power Mac G5 Value Equation. Also see What's the Better Value at the Same Price, a 2.7 GHz dual CPU or 2.3 GHz Dual Core?

Used Macs typically include a 90 day warranty. Memory and drive size reported as RAM/hard drive size. All Power Mac G5 models normally ship with a SuperDrive, although 1.6 GHz G5s configured with Combo drives are not uncommon. Note that RAM for the dual-core models is about 40% cheaper than for earlier G5 Power Macs.

Models are sorted by CPU speed, with the exception of the 2.5 GHz Quad. Prices may be limited to quantity on hand. Not responsible for typos. Please email any corrections or additional sources with competitive prices to .

We try to factor in shipping costs and configuration when selecting the best values. Your best value depends on whether you need or want extra RAM, a larger hard drive, a better video card, etc.

Best Used Power Mac G5 Deals

Power Macs include SuperDrive unless otherwise noted.

Recent Memory Prices (per module)

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Mac OS X and OS X Server Prices

There should be no surcharge for credit card purchases, and shipping is often (but not always) included. Vendors are listed in alphabetical order. Be sure to visit their sites for full details.

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Profiles

US Dealers

Apple Palace

Shipping may add $41 or more. 60 day warranty. Prices do not include keyboard & mouse.

Baucom Computers

30 day warranty. Price includes keyboard & mouse.

Beta Macs

Shipping may add $60 or more.

DV Warehouse

Shipping may add $65 or more.

Mac in the Box

Shipping may add $35 or more. Mac in the Box uses PayPal exclusively for payments.

Mac of All Trades

Shipping may add $50 or more. Mac of All Trades has the highest product turnover of any used Mac dealer we track. Macs do not include keyboard or mouse unless otherwise noted.

Mac-Pro

Shipping may add $50 or more.

MacResource

Shipping may add $45 or more.

Operator Headgap

Shipping included. Operator Headgap thoroughly refurbishes and tests every Mac they sell. When buying, please let them know you heard about them on Low End Mac when entering your shipping information. Thanks!

Power Max

Shipping may add $50 or more. Power Max has the broadest selection of used Macs of any dealer we track.

  • 1.6 GHz single, 512/80/Combo, GeForce 5200, $559
  • 1.6 GHz single, 512/160/SD, GeForce 5200, $699
  • 1.8 GHz single, 512/160/SD, GeForce 5200, $799
  • 1.8 GHz dual, 256/60/SD, GeForce 5200, $909
  • 2.0 GHz dual, 1 GB/160/SD, Radeon 9600 Pro, $1,109
  • 2.3 GHz dual-core, 6 GB/250/SD, Radeon X1900, $1,839
  • 2.5 GHz dual, 1 GB/160/SD, Radeon 9600 XT, $1,439
  • 2.7 GHz dual, 1 GB/400/SD, Radeon 9650, $1,579
  • many other configurations listed

Shreve Systems

Prices reflect 3% cash discount.

  • 2.0 GHz dual, 1 GB/160/SD, $1,199

Teksale

Shipping may add $56 or more. Used Power Macs include a new Macally iKey keyboard and optical USB mouse.

Canadian Dealers

The Mac Market

Don't need G5 power? Check out our Best Power Mac G4 Deals and Best Mac mini Deals. Don't need all the expansion or can't afford a G5 plus a display? Consider the iMac G5. LEM

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