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2008.04.29

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" Core2 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. Gain$aver typically pulls SuperDrives and ships with Combo drives. 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 .

Be sure to factor in shipping costs and possibly sales tax. 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.

1.6 GHz single Combo, $600, Mac of All Trades
1.8 GHz single Combo, $659, Baucom
1.8 GHz single, $679, Baucom
HOT 1.8 GHz dual, $775, Baucom
2.0 GHz dual, $879, Teksale
2.0 GHz dual-core, $1,179, DV Warehouse
2.3 GHz dual, $1,199, Baucom
HOT 2.3 GHz dual-core, $1,179, Apple Palace
2.5 GHz dual, $1,285, Baucom
2.5 GHz dual-core, $1,390, Apple Palace
2.7 GHz dual, $1,549, Apple Palace
HOT 2.5 GHz Quad, $1,750, Apple Palace

Mac OS X and OS X Server Prices

Recent Memory Prices (per module)

Modules should be installed in matched pairs.

PC2700: 256 MB, $12; 512 MB, $21; 1 GB, $37
PC3200: 256 MB, $12; 512 MB, $20.95; 1 GB, $38
PC4200 (dual-core): 512 MB, $13; 1 GB, $20; 2 GB, $40
OWC prices:
PC2700: 256 MB, $14.97; 512 MB, $19.97; 1 GB, $42.95
PC3200: 256 MB, $14.99; 512 MB, $20.95; 1 GB, $42.99
PC4200: 512 MB, $13.99; 1 GB, $23.99; 2 GB, $49.99

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

1.6 single, 1.8 & 2.0 dual (2003): GeForce FX520/ppc/0 or Radeon 9600 Pro graphics, Combo or 4x SD. 1.6 GHz model has PCI slots and 4 GB max memory (vs. PCI-X and 8 GB in faster models).
1.8, 2.0, & 2.5 dual (2004): GeForce FX5200 Ultra or Radeon 9600 XT graphics, 8x SD. 1.8 GHz model has PCI slots and a 4 GB max memory (vs. PCI-X and 8 GB in faster models).
1.8 single (2004): GeForce FX5200 Ultra graphics. PCI expansions slots. 4 GB maximum RAM. 600 MHz system bus - one-third of CPU speed vs. memory running at half CPU speed in all other G5 Power Macs.
2.0, 2.3, & 2.7 dual (2005): Radeon 9600 or 9650 graphics, dual-layer 16x SD. Radeon 9600 standard on 2.0 and 2.3 GHz models, 9650 on 2.7 GHz. 2.0 GHz model has PCI slots and a 4 GB memory ceiling (vs. PCI-X and 8 GB in faster models).
2.0 & 2.3 Dual, 2.5 Quad: Dual-core processors, PCI Express (PCIe) expansion slots, dual-layer 16x SD, nVidia GeForce 6600 graphics, DDR2 memory. The Quad has a pair of dual-core CPUs and is the most powerful PowerPC Mac ever built.

US Dealers

1.6 GHz single, 512/80/SD, $675
1.8 GHz dual, 512/80/SD, $785
2.0 GHz dual, 1 GB/160/SD, $1,045
HOT 2.3 GHz dual-core, 512/250/SD, $1,179
2.5 GHz dual-core, 1 GB/250/SD, $1,390
2.7 GHz dual, 1 GB/160/SD, $1,549
HOT 2.5 GHz Quad, 512/250/SD, $1,750
several other configurations listed

1.8 GHz single, 1 GB/160/Combo, $659
1.8 GHz single, 1 GB/160/SD, $679
HOT 1.8 GHz dual, 512/120/Combo, $775
1.8 GHz dual, 1 GB/160/SD, $820
2.0 GHz dual, 1 GB/160/SD, $1,009
2.3 GHz dual, 1 GB/160/SD, $1,199
2.5 GHz dual, 1 GB/250/SD, $1,285
2.5 GHz Quad, 2 GB/250/SD, $1,895
several other configurations listed

2.5 GHz dual, 1 GB/160/SD, Radeon 9600XT, $1,399
2.5 GHz Quad, 1 GB/250/SD, GeForce 6600, $1,999.99

1.8 GHz single, 512/80/SD, $699
1.8 GHz dual, 1 GB/80/SD, $859
2.0 GHz dual, 512/160/SD, $1,099
2.0 GHz dual-core, 1 GB/160/SD, $1,179
2.5 GHz dual, 1 GB/160/SD, $1,449
2.7 GHz dual, 1 GB/160/SD, $1,599
2.5 GHz Quad, 512/250/SD, $1,899

2.3 GHz dual, 512/160/SD, $1,199

Mac of All Trades has the highest product turnover of any used Mac dealer we track. Macs do not include keyboard or mouse.

1.6 GHz single, 1 GB/80/Combo, FX 5200 graphics, $599.99
1.8 GHz single, 1 GB/160/SD, FX 5200 graphics, $699.99
2.0 GHz dual (PCI-X), 2 GB/160/SD, FX 5200 graphics, $999.99
2.3 GHz dual-core (PCIe), 2 GB/250/SD, GeForce 7800 GT graphics, $1,299.99

2.5 GHz dual, 1 GB/160/SD, $1,688

1.6 GHz single (PCI), 512/80/SD, $797.77
1.8 GHz single (PCI), 512/80/SD, $899.77
1.8 GHz dual (PCI-X), 512/80/SD, $1,277.77
2.0 GHz dual (PCI-X), 512/160/SD, GeForce 5200 graphics, $1,597.77
demo 2.5 GHz Quad, 3 GB/250/SD, $2,477.77

Power Max has the broadest selection of used Macs of any dealer we track.

1.6 GHz single, 256/80/Combo, GeForce 5200, $719
1.6 GHz single, 512/80/SD, GeForce 5200, $799
1.8 GHz single, 512/160/SD, GeForce 5200, $909
1.8 GHz dual, 512/160/SD, GeForce 5200, $1,029
2.0 GHz dual, 512/120/SD, GeForce 6800 Ultra, $1,149
2.0 GHz dual-core (PCIe), 512/160/SD, GeForce 6600 LE, $1,459
2.3 GHz dual, 512/160/SD, Radeon 9600 Pro, $1,349
2.3 GHz dual-core (PCIe), 512/250/SD, GeForce 6600, $1,649
2.5 GHz dual, 1.5 GB/160/SD, Radeon 9800 XT, $1,599
2.7 GHz dual, 512/250/SD, GeForce 5200, $1,629
2.5 GHz Quad, 4 GB/250/SD, GeForce 6600, $2,069
lots and lots of other configurations listed

Used Power Macs include a new Macally iKey keyboard and optical USB mouse.

1.6 GHz single, 512/80/SD, GeForce 5200, $675
1.8 GHz single, 512/80/SD, GeForce 5200, $749
2.0 GHz dual, 1 GB/160/SD, Radeon 9600, $879
2.3 GHz dual, 2 GB/250/SD, Radeon 9600 Pro, $1,499
2.5 GHz dual, 2 GB/250/SD, Radeon 9600 XT, $1,599
other configurations listed

Canadian Dealers

1.6 GHz single, 512/80/SD, C$699/US$690

1.6 GHz single, 1 GB/160+80/SD, C$849/US$838
1.8 GHz single, 1 GB/80/SD, C$995/US$982
1.8 GHz dual, 1.5 GB/160/SD, C$1,095/US$1,081
2.0 GHz dual, 1 GB/160/Combo, C$1,150/US$1,135
2.0 GHz dual, 1.5 GB/160/SD, C$1,395/US$1,377

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.

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