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Apple Mac Studio M5 Ultra
Suggested configuration · 30-core CPU / 64-core GPU · 256 GB memory / 2 TB SSD
$9,999USD / SUGGESTED CONFIGURATION
A desktop idea for experimenting with larger local AI models. The final configuration and budget are still open.
Use it forLocal model experiments and a dedicated desktop workbench; model size and performance depend on the workload.
Included in this variantMac Studio desktop in the configuration shown
- M5 Ultra starts at $5,499 with 96 GB memory and a 1 TB SSD. The suggested 256 GB / 2 TB configuration is $9,999 before tax.
- Display, keyboard, and mouse or trackpad are separate; reuse suitable existing peripherals.
- Delivery depends on the selected configuration and location. The 512 GB option is announced for late October, not currently available.
View Apple listing ↗Opens in a new tabPrice checked October 2, 2026. Prices and availability may change.