Alternative to 38L5301: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 38L5301 (38L5301 - IBM 2.00GHz 1000MHz FSB 1MB Cache Socket AMD 940 Opteron 246 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 38L5301
| SKU | 38L5301 |
|---|---|
| Product | 38L5301 - IBM 2.00GHz 1000MHz FSB 1MB Cache Socket AMD 940 Opteron 246 Processor |
| Current price | $87.80 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 38L5301 › |
Alternatives to 38L5301
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.
31R3444 - IBM 2.00GHz 1000MHz FSB 1MB Cache Socket AMD 940 Opteron 246 Processor
SKU: 31R3444
Price: $87.80
38L5273 - IBM 2.40GHz 1000MHz FSB 1MB Cache Socket AMD 940 Opteron 250 Processor
SKU: 38L5273
Price: $249.80
39R6793 - IBM 2.40GHz 1000MHz FSB 2MB Cache Socket AMD 940 Opteron 280 Dual-Core Processor
SKU: 39R6793
Price: $90.83
40K1974 - IBM 2.60GHz 1000MHz FSB 2MB L2 Cache Socket AMD 940 Opteron 285 Dual-Core Processor
SKU: 40K1974
Price: $152.54
24P8189 - IBM 1.40GHz 800MHz FSB 1MB Cache Socket 940 AMD Opteron 240 Processor
SKU: 24P8189
Price: $273.09
25K8809 - IBM 2.00GHz 1MB L2 Cache Socket 940 AMD Opteron 246 1-Core Processor
SKU: 25K8809
Price: $82.42
25K8810 - IBM 2.2GHz 1MB L2 Cache Socket 940 AMD Opteron 248 1-Core Processor
SKU: 25K8810
Price: $82.42
25R8565 - IBM 2.4GHz 2 x 1MB L2 Cache Socket 940 AMD Opteron 280 Dual Core Processor
SKU: 25R8565
Price: $82.42
25R8567 - IBM 2.8GHz 1MB L2 Cache Socket 940 AMD Opteron 254 1-Core Processor
SKU: 25R8567
Price: $82.42
26K5046 - IBM 2.2GHz 1MB L2 Cache Socket 940 AMD Opteron 248 1-Core Processor
SKU: 26K5046
Price: $82.42
25R8937 - IBM 2.8GHz 1MB L2 Cache Socket 940 AMD Opteron 254 1-Core Processor
SKU: 25R8937
Price: $82.42
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.