ZDNet UK


Skip to Main Content

ZDNet.co.uk - Winner of Best Business Website 2007
  1. Home
  2. News
  3. Blogs
  4. Reviews
  5. Prices
  6. Resources
  7. Community
  8. My ZDNet

 

ZDNet UK RSS Feeds


IT Jobs

Become a ZDNet.co.uk member

DESKTOP REVIEW

  • Email
  • Trackback
  • Clip Link
  • Print

Apple Power Mac G5 review Editors Choice Award

Monday 13 September 2004, 11:00 PM

Power Mac G5 Rev B


I've been using my Rev B Power Mac G5 Dual 1.8GHz (2GB RAM, 160GB HDD, 256MB ATI Radeon 9800 XT, Bluetooth, 20in. AL Apple Cinema Display) for a few months now, and all I can say is WOW!

This is the nicest computer I've ever owned, it's pretty much silent, and runs like a dream. I had a few problems with OS X 10.3.4 (drives not mounting correctly) but this was all fixed in 10.3.5. I come from years of using Linux, and after buying an iBook G4 last year I have to say I've given up on the dream of a real Linux desktop experience. If you need a UNIX desktop experience it's all here now.

It's true that the Power Mac / Apple Cinema Display costs a lot of money but you get what you pay for.

Highly recommended!

9.0

This Member's Rating

Spectacular

Apple Power Mac G5



  • Email
  • Trackback
  • Clip Link
  • Print friendly
  • Post Comment

Overview

Apple Power Mac G5

Editors rating
Rating: 8.3
Verdict

Whether it's the world's fastest PC is up for debate, but the Power Mac G5 certainly delivers top-notch performance for creative professionals and power users.

Typical price

£ 4496