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(In-Store Only, Limited Stock)at Micro Center
Deal Details
Select Micro Center Stores have Apple Mac Studio M5 Max Desktop Computer (2026, MHL64LL/A) for $1999.99 (In-Store Only).
Thanks to Community Member AtlanticFox for finding this deal.
Note: Select stores may be available for pickup. Availability may vary by location and is very limited.
Specs:
Thanks to Community Member AtlanticFox for finding this deal.
Note: Select stores may be available for pickup. Availability may vary by location and is very limited.
Specs:
- Apple M5 Max 18-Core CPU
- 36GB Unified RAM
- 512GB SSD
- Apple M5 Max Chip 32-Core GPU
- WiFi 7 (802.11be) + Bluetooth 6.0
- 480 Watt Power Supply
- SDXC Card Reader
- macOS
- Ports:
- Front/Top Panel
- 2x USB 3.2 (Gen 2 Type-C)
- Back Panel
- 2x USB 3.2 (Gen 1 Type-A)
- 4x Thunderbolt 5
- 1x HDMI 2.1
- 1x LAN RJ45 (10 GbE)
- 1x 3.5mm Headphone
- Front/Top Panel
Editor's Notes
Written by SubZero5 | Staff- About this deal:
- Our research indicates that this deal is $449.01 less (18% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $2,449 at the time of this post.
- About this store:
- Details of Micro Center's return policy (here)
Community Notes
About the Poster
Deal Details
Community Notes
About the Poster
Select Micro Center Stores have Apple Mac Studio M5 Max Desktop Computer (2026, MHL64LL/A) for $1999.99 (In-Store Only).
Thanks to Community Member AtlanticFox for finding this deal.
Note: Select stores may be available for pickup. Availability may vary by location and is very limited.
Specs:
Thanks to Community Member AtlanticFox for finding this deal.
Note: Select stores may be available for pickup. Availability may vary by location and is very limited.
Specs:
- Apple M5 Max 18-Core CPU
- 36GB Unified RAM
- 512GB SSD
- Apple M5 Max Chip 32-Core GPU
- WiFi 7 (802.11be) + Bluetooth 6.0
- 480 Watt Power Supply
- SDXC Card Reader
- macOS
- Ports:
- Front/Top Panel
- 2x USB 3.2 (Gen 2 Type-C)
- Back Panel
- 2x USB 3.2 (Gen 1 Type-A)
- 4x Thunderbolt 5
- 1x HDMI 2.1
- 1x LAN RJ45 (10 GbE)
- 1x 3.5mm Headphone
- Front/Top Panel
Editor's Notes
Written by SubZero5 | Staff- About this deal:
- Our research indicates that this deal is $449.01 less (18% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $2,449 at the time of this post.
- About this store:
- Details of Micro Center's return policy (here)
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Community Reviews
This Mac Studio deal stands out as a rare early discount on the new M5 Max model, with strong performance, 36GB unified memory, 10Gb Ethernet, and plenty of ports for productivity, video work, and local AI. The price lands close to some Mac mini M5 Pro custom builds while offering more GPU power and less throttling. The main drawbacks are the fixed 36GB memory ceiling and the 512GB SSD, which feels tight for a $2000 machine. Availability and price matching have also been messy, with stock moving fast and Best Buy approvals often depending on in store manager help.
Common Questions (5)
Yes, but it is most reliable in-store with a manager override and nearby Micro Center stock visible. Online or phone agents often approve it first and then later revoke it, while in-store matches have been completed at $1,999.99 plus tax.
36GB is enough for many smaller and mid-sized local models, including MoE models aimed at 24GB VRAM, and can even run multiple smaller models at once. It is still a limit for heavier LLM workloads, where more RAM would be preferable.
For general productivity it can be workable, but many buyers see 512GB as tight for pro workflows and upgrades. An external Thunderbolt or Gen4 NVMe drive can extend storage, and some users suggest keeping the main user directory on the external drive for a near-native setup.
The deal appears to have been temporary and later moved to $2,299 after store closing. Several comments say the walk-in deal was ending around 9/28-9/30, so the $1,999 price may not last.
The Mac Studio M5 Max is described as having a non-soldered SSD, unlike the Mac mini. A replacement or upgrade may still require a compatible kit because the pin layout is different from the M4 Max.
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Thanks for the offer, CraftyThunder. But I'm nowhere near Texas, and it looks like they normally honor the order confirmation page price. We'll see when I pick up later today.
Yes, the price went up to $2299 after store closing last night. (Still a discount of $200 off the standard price.) I got my local pickup order in yesterday afternoon at $1999, but can't pick up until today. What are the chances they'll try to charge me the new $2299 price?
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