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Apple Power Mac G5 Dual (2.7GHz)

Apple Power Mac G5 Dual (2.7GHz)

REVIEW

The Power Mac G5 Dual has been, and is still, the one system that graphics artists dream of when they take their catnaps between editing sessions. The latest Power Mac, the G5 Dual 2.7GHz ($3,648 direct, without monitor), represents the pinnacle of Mac computing. Artists, Art Directors and well-heeled Mac-heads will wheedle, beg, and plead with their managers, parents, or spouses to attain this top-of-the-line Mac.

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Company

Apple Computer Inc.

http://www.apple.com

Spec Data
  • Price as Tested: $3,648.00 Direct
  • Type: Gaming, General Purpose, Media, Workstation, Business
  • Processor Family: PowerPC G5
  • RAM: 1 GB
  • Storage Capacity: 250 GB
  • RAID: No
  • Graphics Card: nVidia GeForce 6800 Ultra
  • Primary Optical Drive: Dual-Layer DVD+/-RW
  • Secondary Optical Drive: None
  • Monitor Type: LCD Widescreen
  • Screen Size: 30 inches

Bottom Line

We recommend the Power Mac Dual 2.7GHz for power-hungry photo, music, and video artists who need expansion space and the horsepower to get the job done. The Power Mac Dual 2.7GHz represents the pinnacle of Mac computing.

Pros

Up-to-date graphics. Quiet. Bright, brilliant 30-inch widescreen display. Supports up to 8GB of memory. Case is easy to work in for upgrades. Speedy 16X dual-layer DVD writer.

Cons

No external speakers in package. Highest-end graphics card required for 30-inch display support. Pricey with all the options. No dual-drive RAID at this price.

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