"If you're looking for a low-cost Apple Macintosh, the Mac Mini may be the machine for you. Although Apple is known for premium pricing, especially for its iPhones and iPads, the Mac Mini has always been an affordable option, now even more so with Amazon selling the most recent (2024) model for $499. With its M4 chip, 16GB of memory, and 256GB of SSD storage, it's more than enough for most users."
"Those who need additional space can pay $712 for the 512GB version or simply connect an external SSD, such as the Micron Crucial X10 1TB Portable SSD, which sells for about $85. Unlike other Macintosh models, the Mini doesn't come with a screen, keyboard or mouse. It does have a small speaker, but it's tinny and monaural. You can add external stereo speakers for as little as $15. The rest of the components are also relatively inexpensive."
"Even though mine has an older M2 chip and half the memory (8GB), it's been a great workhorse. I can run several programs at once, including a browser, Microsoft Word, Excel and a few other appswith solid performance. The newer model would be even faster. That doesn't matter to me, since my current Mini is already fast enough for my needs, but it might matter to people doing heavier tasks like video editing."
The 2024 Mac Mini with M4, 16GB memory, and 256GB SSD is available for $499, offering ample performance for most users. Upgrading to 512GB costs $712, or users can attach an external SSD such as a 1TB Micron Crucial X10 for about $85. The Mini omits display, keyboard, and mouse, but inexpensive peripherals exist: wireless keyboard/mouse combos under $25, 24-inch monitors around $75, and stereo speakers for about $15. A 2023 Mac Mini with an M2 and 8GB performed well running multiple apps, while heavier tasks like video editing may benefit from the M4 or more RAM. Check Black Friday and refurbished options for deeper savings.
Read at www.mercurynews.com
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