Alternative to 29R6986: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 29R6986 (29R6986 - IBM 2.93GHz 533MHz FSB 256KB Cache Intel Processor) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar IBM parts that offer comparable performance at different price points. Each option below is in-stock, US-warehoused, and tested-and-certified before ship. Bulk pricing is available on quantities of 5+; B2B procurement can use Net 30 with PO.
About the 29R6986
| SKU | 29R6986 |
|---|---|
| Product | 29R6986 - IBM 2.93GHz 533MHz FSB 256KB Cache Intel Processor |
| Current price | $180.50 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 29R6986 › |
Alternatives to 29R6986
Each part below is currently in our US warehouse, ships same-day for orders before 2pm ET, and includes our 90-day warranty. SKUs link to the full product page with photos, datasheets and B2B quote form.
23K4523 - IBM Intel Xeon 3.2GHz 512KB L2 Cache 1MB L3 Cache 533MHz FSB 604-Pin Micro-FCPGA 0.13MICRON Processor
SKU: 23K4523
Price: $82.42
13N0691 - IBM Intel Xeon 3.2GHz 512KB L2 Cache 1MB L3 Cache 533MHz FSB Socket 604 Processor
SKU: 13N0691
Price: $131.67
73P9068 - IBM Intel Xeon 3.06GHz 8KB L1 Cache 512KB L2 Cache 533MHz FSB 604-Pin FC-MICROPGA Processor BladeCenter HS20
SKU: 73P9068
Price: $131.67
88P9677 - IBM Intel Xeon 3.06GHz 512KB L2 Cache 1MB L3 Cache 533MHz FSB 604-Pin FC-MICROPGA Processor
SKU: 88P9677
Price: $131.67
38L5024 - IBM 2.40GHz 533MHz FSB 512KB L2 Cache Socket PPGA604 Intel Xeon 1-Core Processor
SKU: 38L5024
Price: $74.33
39T0046 - IBM 1.73GHz 533MHz FSB 2MB Cache Intel Pentium 740 Mobile Processor
SKU: 39T0046
Price: $76.32
How we pick alternatives
Every recommendation above was selected using these criteria:
- Spec parity — capacity, speed, port count, and form factor matched within a 10% tolerance
- Price spread — alternatives shown across the price range, so you can pick on budget
- Brand mix — both OEM-equivalent and trusted aftermarket, all certified
- Reliability data — preferred parts have failure rates below 1% in our 18-month return tracking
- In stock today — shipping today, not 4-6 weeks from now
Want a side-by-side spec comparison?
We can prepare a written comparison covering throughput, power draw, form factor and validated compatibility. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com or call +1 (407) 205-8454 — most quotes ship within 4 business hours.