Alternative to 661-4959: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 661-4959 (661-4959 - Apple 2.6GHz CPU Logic Board (Motherboard) for MacBook Pro A1229) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar 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 661-4959
| SKU | 661-4959 |
|---|---|
| Product | 661-4959 - Apple 2.6GHz CPU Logic Board (Motherboard) for MacBook Pro A1229 |
| Current price | $3,041.91 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 661-4959 › |
Alternatives to 661-4959
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.
661-7346 - Apple Intel Core i5 2.6GHz CPU 8GB RAM Logic Board Logic Board (Motherboard) for MacBook Pro A1425
SKU: 661-7346
Price: $600.11
661-4644 - Apple Intel 1.8GHz Core 2 Duo CPU 2GB DDR2 SDRAM Logic Board (Motherboard) for MacBook Air 13
SKU: 661-4644
Price: $208.42
661-3977 - Apple 2.16GHz CPU Logic Board (Motherboard) for MacBook Pro A1151
SKU: 661-3977
Price: $235.79
661-4708 - Apple 2.1GHz CPU Logic Board (Motherboard) for MacBook 13-inch Late 2008 A1181
SKU: 661-4708
Price: $259.50
661-4229 - Apple Intel Core 2 Duo 2.16GHz CPU 128MB VRAM Logic Board (Motherboard) for MacBook Pro 15
SKU: 661-4229
Price: $282.20
661-4963 - Apple 2.5GHz CPU Logic Board (Motherboard) for MacBook Pro A1261
SKU: 661-4963
Price: $282.20
661-4220 - Apple 2GHz CPU Logic Board (Motherboard) with Heatsink for MacBook Retina 13-inch A1181
SKU: 661-4220
Price: $282.20
661-5101 - Apple 2.0GHz CPU Logic Board (Motherboard) for MacBook 13-inch Late 2008 A1278
SKU: 661-5101
Price: $282.20
661-4218 - Apple 1.8GHz CPU Logic Board (Motherboard) with Heatsink for MacBook Retina 13-inch A1181
SKU: 661-4218
Price: $291.79
661-4834 - Apple Intel Core 2 Duo 2.40GHz CPU Logic Board (Motherboard) for MacBook 15
SKU: 661-4834
Price: $310.36
661-6625 - Apple Intel Core i5 1.7GHz CPU 4GB Logic Board (Motherboard) for MacBook Air 11
SKU: 661-6625
Price: $318.32
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.