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Mac Studio Hits $30,000: Is It Worth It?
29 Oct
Summary
- Mac Studio with 512GB RAM and 16TB storage costs $29,799.
- The M5 Ultra processor is required for the 512GB RAM configuration.
- Delivery for the maxed-out Mac Studio is not expected until February 2027.
Apple has begun selling a new maximum configuration for its Mac Studio, pushing the desktop PC's price to an astonishing $22,999 with 512GB of unified RAM.
This high-end option requires the M5 Ultra processor and an additional $15,500 for the memory upgrade. Storage can also be expanded to 16TB for an extra $7,500, bringing the total cost to $29,799.
Potential buyers face a significant wait, with delivery for the 512GB version not anticipated until February 1, 2027. This pricing follows Apple's trend of high-spec devices, such as the MacBook Pro that can reach $14,549.
Despite the cost, the Mac Studio offers outstanding performance and ample memory, making it suitable for demanding tasks like running AI models locally. Previous Mac Pro models also reached extreme price points, with one configuration topping $53,000 in 2019.
