GE CT Scanner Models – Which one to choose?
GE CT scanners lets you perform everything from routine examinations to advanced cardiac and spectral imaging.
But with several GE CT scanner models available, how do you know which one is right for your facility?
Your clinical applications, patient volume, required image quality, software, tube condition, and budget all play a role in determining which system is right for you and how much a GE CT scanner costs.
In this guide, we take a closer look at some of the used GE CT scanners that you may come across on the secondary market.
We will compare their capabilities and applications to help you determine which GE CT scanner could be the right fit for your facility.
GE CT Scanner Comparison
When choosing a CT scanner, generally there are a few things to keep in mind. For example, remember that the exact capabilities of a used CT scanner depend on its individual configuration and installed software. This is also true for GE CT scanner models.
So, which one should you choose?
Let us take a closer look.
Looking for a Used
GE CT Scanner?
Buying used can give you access to advanced GE CT scanner models without the investment required for a new system.
At LBN Medical, we have several GE CT scanners for sale, including systems from the Revolution and Discovery series.
And because we have recently expanded our stock of GE CT scanners, now could be a good time to find the system that matches your clinical needs and budget.
GE Optima CT540 16: A Practical Choice for Routine Imaging
If your facility primarily performs routine CT examinations, you may not need the capabilities or higher investment associated with a 128-slice CT scanner.
The GE Optima CT540 is a 16-slice CT scanner designed to combine reliable imaging with efficient workflow.
GE equipped the Optima CT540 with its HiLight Matrix Detector, a 0.5-second rotation speed and ASiR iterative reconstruction technology. The system was designed to support efficient routine examinations while helping facilities manage patient dose.
For facilities with lower or moderate patient volumes, this can make the Optima CT540 an attractive alternative to investing in a higher-slice system with capabilities they may rarely use.
Who is the GE Optima CT540 best suited for?
The GE Optima CT540 16 is worth considering if you:
- Primarily perform routine CT examinations
- Do not require advanced cardiac or spectral applications
- Have lower to moderate patient volumes
- Want to keep your initial investment lower
- Prefer a relatively straightforward GE CT scanner
The Optima CT540 will naturally have limitations compared with the Revolution and Discovery systems in this guide. However, if your clinical needs do not require those additional capabilities, purchasing a higher-end scanner may not be necessary.
GE Revolution HD 64: Greater Clinical Flexibility
What if you need something more advanced?
This is where the GE Revolution HD 64 comes into the picture.
Moving from a 16-slice CT scanner to a 64-slice CT scanner provides greater flexibility for facilities performing a broader range of examinations or handling higher patient volumes.
The Revolution HD platform focuses strongly on image quality. GE’s Revolution HD technology includes Gemstone detector technology and supports Gemstone Spectral Imaging, or GSI, as well as advanced iterative reconstruction technologies including ASiR, with ASiR-V and Veo available depending on configuration.
The platform also offers cardiac imaging technologies and dose-management tools, although the specific capabilities of an individual used system depend on its installed options.
Who is the GE Revolution HD 64 best suited for?
Consider a GE Revolution HD 64 if you:
- Need more clinical flexibility than a 16-slice scanner provides
- Have higher patient volumes
- Perform a wider variety of CT examinations
- Want access to more advanced imaging capabilities
- Need a system that can support more demanding clinical applications
GE Revolution HD 128: Advanced Imaging Capabilities
For facilities with more demanding imaging requirements, the GE Revolution HD 128 takes the Revolution HD platform a step further.
GE’s 128-slice Revolution HD configuration combines the platform’s high-resolution imaging with advanced clinical applications. GE specifically positions Revolution HD for applications ranging from routine imaging to cardiac and spectral CT.
One of the defining technologies is Gemstone Spectral Imaging (GSI).
Spectral CT goes beyond conventional anatomical imaging by allowing additional tissue characterization and material separation. GE lists clinical applications of its GSI technology across areas including oncology, cardiology, neurology, urology and musculoskeletal imaging.
The Revolution HD also offers dose-management technologies and cardiac tools, depending on the configuration and installed options.
Who is the GE Revolution HD 128 best suited for?
A GE Revolution HD 128 may be appropriate if you:
- Perform advanced CT examinations
- Require high-resolution imaging
- Want spectral imaging capabilities
- Perform cardiac examinations
- Have higher patient volumes
- Need greater clinical versatility than a lower-slice system provides
As a new service, LBN Medical is now offering the Gold Package for the Revolution HD 64/128 slice CT. This means that you can get a full installation package at a reasonable price.
As part of the installation package, you get:
- Crating and shipping
- Site visit (optional)
- Installation
- One-year parts warranty
- One-day of operational handover
- Preventive maintenance
If this is of interest to you, you can read more about our CT Gold Package here.
GE Revolution EVO 128: Performance Meets Versatility
The GE Revolution EVO 128 is another option for facilities requiring greater performance and clinical flexibility.
The Revolution EVO is a volume CT platform designed to combine detailed imaging with efficient workflow and dose-management technologies. In its 128-slice configuration, 64 detector channels combined with overlapping reconstruction can generate 128 reconstructed slices. GE’s upgrade documentation also specifies 40 mm detector coverage and rotation speeds down to 0.35 seconds for certain EVO configurations.
For busy departments, workflow is particularly important.
Newer Revolution EVO configurations can support faster reconstruction, while technologies such as ASiR and ASiR-V, depending on configuration, are designed to balance image quality and radiation dose.
This combination makes the GE Revolution EVO suitable for a broad range of applications, from routine examinations to more demanding studies.
Who is the GE Revolution EVO 128 best suited for?
Consider the GE Revolution EVO 128 if you:
- Have high patient volumes
- Need fast workflow and reconstruction
- Perform both routine and advanced examinations
- Require cardiac imaging capabilities
- Want a newer-generation GE platform
- Need a versatile system capable of supporting a broad clinical workload
GE Discovery CT750 HD: High-Definition CT Imaging
Next up is the GE Discovery CT750 HD, available in both 64-slice and 128-slice configurations.
As its name suggests, this system was developed with a strong focus on high-definition imaging.
The Discovery CT750 HD features GE’s Gemstone detector technology, designed to deliver high image quality and support advanced clinical applications. It also incorporates ASiR (Adaptive Statistical Iterative Reconstruction) technology, which helps reduce radiation dose while maintaining image quality.
Both the 64-slice and 128-slice GE Discovery CT750 HD offer advanced imaging capabilities, making them interesting options for facilities looking for a high-performance CT scanner on the secondary market.
The system is particularly worth considering for facilities performing advanced examinations, including cardiac imaging.
Who is the GE Discovery CT750 HD best suited for?
Consider the GE Discovery CT750 HD if you:
- Require high-definition CT imaging
- Perform more advanced examinations
- Need cardiac imaging capabilities
- Are interested in spectral imaging capabilities, depending on configuration
- Want a high-end GE platform at a used CT scanner price
Which GE CT Scanner Should You Choose?
There is no single best GE CT scanner for every facility.
The right choice depends on what you actually need the scanner to do.
If your facility primarily performs routine examinations and has a lower patient volume, the GE Optima CT540 16 may provide everything you need without paying for capabilities you will rarely use.
If you need greater throughput and more clinical flexibility, a GE Revolution HD 64 may be a better fit.
For more advanced examinations, the GE Revolution HD 128, GE Revolution EVO 128, and GE Discovery CT750 HD provide additional capabilities worth considering.
In simple terms:
- Routine CT and lower budget: GE Optima CT540 16
- Greater flexibility and throughput: GE Revolution HD 64
- Advanced and spectral imaging: GE Revolution HD 128
- High throughput and broad clinical versatility: GE Revolution EVO 128
- High-definition and advanced imaging: GE Discovery CT750 HD
But you should not make your decision based on the model name or CT scanner slice count alone.
Two used scanners of the same model can differ considerably depending on their year of manufacture, tube condition, software, installed options and service history.
You can learn more tips before buying a CT scanner in our Guide to CT Scanner Types, Manufacturers, and Models.
Or make a request directly, if you have already decided which GE CT you want.
How Much Does a Used GE CT Scanner Cost?
So, how much does a GE CT scanner cost?
The GE CT scanner price depends on the model, slice configuration, year of manufacture, tube condition, software, and installed options.
In the lower end of the price bracket, you will find the GE Optima CT520 16 slice at 60-80.000 EUR, GE Optima CT540 16 slice at 70-95.000 EUR, and the GE Discovery CT750 HD 64/128 slice at 60-80.000 EUR.
At the higher end of the price bracket, you will find the GE Optima CT660 64/128 slice at 80-110.000 EUR, the GE Revolution HD 64/128 slice at 90–110.000 EUR, and the GE Revolution EVO 64/128 slice at 100-130.000 EUR.
These figures are indicative prices for the system only and exclude costs such as shipping and installation.
The used GE CT scanner price can be influenced by:
- Model and configuration
- Number of slices
- Year of manufacture
- X-ray tube condition and tube count
- Software version
- Installed clinical options
- Workstation and accessories
- Reconditioning
- Warranty
- Shipping and installation
One factor deserves particular attention: the CT X-ray tube.
The tube is one of the most expensive components of a CT scanner, so its condition and remaining expected life can significantly affect the value of a used system.
To get an overview of GE CT scanner prices, have a look at the pricing table below. Here you can see the price ranges for GE CTs like the GE Optima CT520, Optima CT540, Discovery CT750, Revolution HD, Revolution EVO. The prices below are indicative and apply to the system only, excluding additional costs such as shipping and installation.
FAQ on GE CT Scanner Models
What is the best GE CT scanner?
The best GE CT scanner depends on your clinical applications, patient volume and budget. The GE Optima CT540 can be suitable for routine examinations, while Revolution HD, Revolution EVO, and Discovery CT750 HD systems provide more advanced capabilities for facilities with greater clinical requirements.
How much does a GE CT scanner cost?
The cost of a GE CT scanner varies according to model, age, slice configuration, tube condition and installed options. Above you can read more about the prices for a range of GE CT scanners offered from our stock. But as a broad indication, used CT scanners in general can range from around 35,000 EUR for low-slice systems to 250,000+ EUR or more for advanced systems with up to 256 slices.
What should I check when buying a used GE CT scanner?
When purchasing a used GE CT scanner, check its year of manufacture, configuration, software, installed options, tube condition and tube count. You should also consider service availability, transportation, installation and the clinical applications you need the scanner to perform.
Is the GE Discovery CT750 HD a 64-slice or 128-slice CT scanner?
The GE Discovery CT750 HD has 64 detector channels and acquires 64 slices per rotation. GE documentation also specifies 128i overlapping reconstruction, which is why you may see the system associated with 128-slice imaging in the secondary market.
Can you buy refurbished or pre-owned GE CT scanners?
Yes. Pre-owned GE CT scanners are widely available on the secondary medical imaging market. Buying used can allow healthcare facilities to acquire more advanced CT technology at a lower acquisition cost than buying new.
Choosing the right GE CT scanner is about finding a system that meets your clinical needs and budget.
At LBN Medical, we offer a range of used GE CT scanners and can help you compare available systems to find the best fit for your facility.
Explore our available GE CT scanners or contact our team for guidance on choosing the right system.
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