Technically Speaking

The Power Mac G5 is the world’s fastest personal computer and the first with a 64-bit processor — which means it breaks the 4 gigabyte barrier and can use up to 8 gigabytes of main memory. The new G5 processor — available at speeds up to dual 2GHz with a new ultrahigh-bandwidth system architecture featuring AGP 8X and PCI-X — makes the Power Mac G5 a breakthrough in desktop processing power. And models start at just $1999.

This is an impressive machine. The specs show that this is clearly faster than any PC, single processor or dual. If you are into video editing, this machine is a must. The performance of the G5 has made a new line in the sand. The memory capacity is first to reach the 8GB mark. Front-side bus at 1GHz. Memory speeed is phenomenal. The 64-bit processor was made to be able to handle the legacy 32-bit software, natively. ATI is providing the graphics. Serial ATA drive with vast storage capacity is also included. They even have a DVD burner coupled with it all. The machine is made for multimedia processing. It is really well equipped for the price. ($3000.00USD)

The top dog model…
The Power Mac G5, with a suggested retail price of $2,999 (US), includes:

* Dual 2.0 GHz 64-bit PowerPC G5;
* Dual Independent 1 GHz front-side buses;
* 512MB 400 MHz Dual Channel (128-bit) DDR;
* 8 DIMMs, 8GB maximum memory;
* 160GB Serial ATA hard drive;
* AGP 8X Pro graphics slot;
* RADEON 9600 Pro-64MB DDR;
* 3 PCI-X slots (one 64-bit 133 MHz, two 64-bit 100 MHz); and
* 4x SuperDrive™.

Source: Designtechnica News
Apple

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