"the single fastest system we have tested for CPU and FPU performance", enabling a "premium price" to be charged, with such pricing starting from $150,000 for the base configuration. However, delivery times for certain models were estimated at "several months" due to supply uncertainties with the processor.

Prime Computer introduced the R6000 in its EXL 7680 model. Bull also introduced the R6000 in its top-end DPX/2 510 models. Bull's machines were reportedly