Best computer for running gpt-oss-120b
Our pick for running gpt-oss-120b is the Mac Studio M5 Max 40-core GPU: $5,099 / €5,909, 79.1 tok/s on gpt-oss-120b, which works out to 15.5 tok/s per $1,000. Runner-up: Framework Desktop 128GB (DIY) at $3,449 / €3,889 and 52.7 tok/s.
Fastest regardless of price: Mac Studio M5 Ultra 80-core GPU at 130 tok/s for $10,799 / €12,529.
| # | Machine | Price | tok/s | per $1k |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mac Studio M5 Max 40-core GPU Apple · 128GB · checked 2026-10-16 | $5,099 €5,909 | 79.1 | 15.5 |
| 2 | Framework Desktop 128GB (DIY) Strix Halo · 128GB · checked 2026-10-16 | $3,449 €3,889 | 52.7 | 15.3 |
| 3 | GMKtec EVO-X2 128GB / 1TB Strix Halo · 128GB · checked 2026-10-16 | $3,500 €3,300 | 52.7 | 15.1 |
| 4 | GMKtec EVO-X2 128GB / 2TB Strix Halo · 128GB · checked 2026-10-16 | $3,650 €3,450 | 52.7 | 14.4 |
| 5 | GMKtec EVO-X3 128GB / 2TB Strix Halo · 128GB · checked 2026-10-16 | $3,800 €3,550 | 52.7 | 13.9 |
| 6 | Minisforum MS-S1 MAX 128GB / 2TB Strix Halo · 128GB · checked 2026-10-16 | $3,879 ≈€3,447 | 52.7 | 13.6 |
| 7 | NVIDIA DGX Spark DGX Spark / GB10 · 128GB · checked 2026-10-16 | $4,699 ≈€4,176 | 58.7 | 12.5 |
| 8 | Beelink GTR9 Pro 128GB / 2TB Strix Halo · 128GB · checked 2026-10-16 | $4,349 ≈€3,865 | 52.7 | 12.1 |
| 9 | Mac Studio M5 Ultra 80-core GPU Apple · 256GB · checked 2026-10-16 | $10,799 €12,529 | 130 | 12.0 |
| 10 | MacBook Pro 16" M5 Max 40-core GPU Apple · 128GB · checked 2026-10-16 | $6,999 €7,999 | 79.1 | 11.3 |
| 11 | Dell Pro Max / Pro Precision with GB10 DGX Spark / GB10 · 128GB · checked 2026-10-16 | $5,903 ≈€5,246 | 58.7 | 9.9 |
| 12 | ASUS Ascent GX10 (GB10) DGX Spark / GB10 · 128GB · checked 2026-10-16 | $5,999 ≈€5,331 | 58.7 | 9.8 |
tok/s = generation speed on gpt-oss-120b from public benchmarks. per $1k = tok/s per $1,000 of the US price. ≈ = converted at the ECB rate.
Not ranked: GMKtec EVO-X2 64GB / 1TB (doesn't fit in memory); Minisforum MS-S1 MAX 64GB / 2TB (doesn't fit in memory); Framework Desktop 64GB (DIY) (doesn't fit in memory); HP Z2 Mini G1a (Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395) (no tracked price); MSI EdgeXpert MS-C931 (GB10) (no tracked price); Lenovo ThinkStation PGX (GB10) (no tracked price); Mac Studio M5 Ultra 64-core GPU (no public result yet); Mac mini M5 Pro 16-core GPU (doesn't fit in memory); Mac mini M5 Pro 20-core GPU (doesn't fit in memory).
How we picked
Ranked by measured tokens per second per $1,000 of the current US price. Speeds are public benchmark results, one per chip, linked on each product page and on Benchmarks; engines and quants differ between sources. Prices checked 2026-10-16 19:02 UTC and refreshed every 6 hours.
FAQ
What hardware do I need for gpt-oss-120b?
About 64GB of memory for the weights, plus room for context. In practice that means a 128GB unified-memory machine or several GPUs.
What is the best value machine for gpt-oss-120b?
Mac Studio M5 Max 40-core GPU, based on current US prices and public benchmark results.
What is the fastest machine for gpt-oss-120b?
Mac Studio M5 Ultra 80-core GPU at 130 tok/s, for $10,799 / €12,529.