For the whole machine, but a quick check of the configuration on the processor (and only the processor):
Base system options:
3.7GHz quad-core with 10MB of L3 cache
3.5GHz 6-core with 12MB of L3 cache [Add $500.00]
3.0GHz 8-core with 25MB of L3 cache [Add $2,000.00]
2.7GHz 12-core with 30MB of L3 cache [Add $3,500.00]
[1] seems to be equivalent to the 12-core option at Newegg. So purchased there it's $2750, a savings of some $750 (less tax and shipping) versus the upgrade option through Apple. The overall price is better than a DIY equivalent, but for the components this path can still make a difference.
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For the whole machine, but a quick check of the configuration on the processor (and only the processor):
Base system options:
[1] seems to be equivalent to the 12-core option at Newegg. So purchased there it's $2750, a savings of some $750 (less tax and shipping) versus the upgrade option through Apple. The overall price is better than a DIY equivalent, but for the components this path can still make a difference.[1] http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819116...