Highlights
- Key Specs
- Processor Model: Apple M4 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 256 gigabytes
- System Memory (RAM): 16 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Graphics Type: Integrated (Dedicated graphics uses a separate graphics card for processing video images. Because it does not use memory from the system's RAM, there is no extra burden on the CPU and graphics are processed more efficiently. Integrated graphics shares system RAM to process video images.)
- Graphics: Apple M4 10-core (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
- General
- Brand: Apple
- Model Number: MU9D3LL/A
- Product Name: Mac mini Desktop - Latest Model - M4 chip - Built for Apple Intelligence - 16GB Memory - 256GB SSD
- Color: Silver
- Year of Release: 2024
- Processor
- Processor Brand: Apple
- Processor Model: Apple M4 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- Processor Model Number: Apple M4
- Number of CPU Cores: 10-core (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
- Storage
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 256 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive Capacity: 256 gigabytes (The amount of data that can be stored on the device's solid state drive (SSD). SSD is a flash-based storage with faster speeds than a hard disk drive (HDD).)
- Memory
- System Memory (RAM): 16 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Type of Memory (RAM): Not provided (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
- Graphics
- Graphics Type: Integrated (Dedicated graphics uses a separate graphics card for processing video images. Because it does not use memory from the system's RAM, there is no extra burden on the CPU and graphics are processed more efficiently. Integrated graphics shares system RAM to process video images.)
- GPU Brand: Apple
- Graphics: Apple M4 10-core (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
- Compatibility
- Operating System: macOS Sequoia 15.1 (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
- Connectivity
- Display Connector(s): 3 x Thunderbolt 4 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Number of HDMI Outputs (Total): 0
- Number of DisplayPort Outputs (Total): 0
- Number of Thunderbolt Ports (Total): 3
- USB Ports: 2 x USB-C 3.2 (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
- Number of USB Ports (Total): 2
- Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Number Of Ethernet Ports: 1
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 2.0 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 5.0 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 5.0 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 1.5 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: true (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- EPEAT Qualified: false (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
- Included
- Optical Drive Type: None (An optical disk drive (ODD) uses a laser light to read data from or write data to an optical disc. These discs include CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs. This allows you to play music or watch movies using prerecorded discs.)
- Keyboard Included: false
- Mouse Included: false
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: Apple One (1) Year Limited Warranty
- Warranty - Labor: Apple One (1) Year Limited Warranty
- Other
- UPC: 195949080296
The far mightier, way tinier Mac mini is 5 by 5 inches of pure power. Built for Apple Intelligence.Redesigned around Apple silicon to unleash the full speed and capabilities of the spectacular M4 chip. With ports at your convenience, on the front and back.
Whats Included
- Mac mini
Disclaimers
- Configurable options are available.
- ¹Apple Intelligence is available in beta on all Mac models with M1 and later, with Siri and device language set to U.S. English, as a macOS Sequoia update. English (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, UK) language support available this December. Some features and support for additional languages, like Chinese, English (India, Singapore), French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, Vietnamese, and others, will be coming over the course of the next year.
- ²Apps are available on the App Store. Software and content may be sold separately. Title availability is subject to change.
- ³Available on Mac computers with Apple silicon and Intel-based Mac computers with a T2 Security Chip. Requires that your iPhone and Mac are signed in with the same Apple Account using two-factor authentication, your iPhone and Mac are near each other and have Bluetooth and Wi-Fi turned on, and your Mac is not using AirPlay or Sidecar. Some iPhone features (e.g., camera and microphone) are not compatible with iPhone Mirroring.
- ⁴FaceTime is not available in all countries or regions.
Q: Does this Mac mini come with a keyboard and mouse?
A: No, this Mac mini does not include a keyboard or mouse.
Q: What is the storage capacity of this Mac mini?
A: This Mac mini comes with a 256GB SSD.
Q: Is this Mac mini Energy Star certified?
A: Yes, this Mac mini is Energy Star certified.
Q: How many Thunderbolt ports does this Mac mini have?
A: This Mac mini has 3 Thunderbolt 4 ports.
Q: What type of graphics card does this Mac mini have?
A: This Mac mini uses an integrated Apple M4 10-core GPU.
Q: What operating system does this Mac mini come with?
A: This Mac mini comes with macOS Sequoia 15.1 operating system.
A: You can use any monitor, but to get the benefit of the resolution the Mac can support, a 4K monitor is razor sharp. I got the MSI 4K at Best Buy, about $190. Yes you can use any keyboard and mouse. If they are older USB models you may need some cheap adapters. You can buy a Mini with 1TB, but it much cheaper to buy an external. I'm using a 1TB Crucial. Got everything I needed at Best Buy!
A: Jay; I stopped by the Best Buy store in Garland (Tx) on Wednesday afternoon (Nov 27, 2024) and was looking at the new Apple M4 mini they had on-display. I had 'The Maltese Falcon' (classic black-and-white movie) playing on the M4 mini (streaming off Tubi TV using the Safari Web Browser) and it looked great on the Apple monitor. I suspect that the problem you're having involves High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection ('HDCP'). See Apple's comments at : https://support.apple.com/en-us/108928 The new M4 mini, running macOS 15.1 ('Sequoia'), will be capable of streaming HDCP protected video but it will need to be connected to a monitor that is HDCP compliant. - Paul
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Customers are positive about the Mac mini's M4 chip, 16GB memory, performance, small size, and speed. They appreciate the power and speed of the M4 chip, the increased base memory of 16GB, the ability to handle demanding tasks smoothly, the compact design, and the fast performance. However, some customers are negative about the storage options, finding them to be limited, but this can be addressed by adding external storage.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
THIS.....is the ticket. Bang for the buck....
I bought the base model with 256GB memory, simply because you can add a 2TB external drive with USB-C for less than $100 and it's portable / replaceable. I got a TotalTech deal for $549, and $25 back in rewards, so realistically I only paid $525 for it. DEAL... It's super small, fast, and I love all the USB-C ports. Instead of trading in my old M1 Mac mini ($200 trade), I kept it and connected it to my 70" 4K TV in the main room. It's nice to have it as a backup computer. Simply connect a wireless keyboard and ,ouse, and it's like having a huge computer in your family room. Connect the Apple CD/DVD drive to it and you can watch movies on it, replacing the old DVD player on your shelf. The fact that this has 16GB RAM as a base model at that price really is amazing. Nice job, Apple and N Canton, OH BestBuy!!
Posted by BMunster
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Absolutely the best Apple product of 2024
This is my first non laptop Apple computer. I used a Macbook for years, it was all I needed at the time. I never considered the older Mini, either the Intel based or M1/2 based ones, they were ok for what they were but they lacked normal priced upgrade options...seriously $200 for 256GB of additional storage is nuts! This new one still suffers from Apples delusional upgrade pricing, but they at least start you off with more ram (16GB) instead of a measly 8GB, and the M4 chip in the base model is plenty powerful enough for even heavy editing work. I got around the idiotic upgrade pricing for the storage by adding a Thunderbolt 4 external enclosure (around $50) and added my own 4TB NVMe ssd from Crucial. It's VERY fast storage, you wont miss having overpaid for it internally at all. The size is truly tiny, like palm of your hand tiny, and it's not getting too hot in my pretty hard usage of it today, I'm really impressed with that last part. All told, if you are in the Apple ecosystem, or even if you want to break into it, this is the lowest cost device they sell to allow you to have a truly powerful desktop at your disposal. Apple hit it out of the park with this one, if you're on the fence, hop over to the dark side and give this puppy a try out, you will not be disappointed!
Posted by MichaelL
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A Compact Powerhouse for an Unbeatable $$
I purchased the Apple Mac mini Desktop (Latest Model, M4 Chip, 16GB Memory, 256GB SSD) from Best Buy for $698, and I couldn’t be happier with this incredible little machine. First off, the size and design are mind-blowing. It’s incredibly small and sleek, fitting seamlessly into my office workspace without taking up much room. Despite its compact form, this device is a true powerhouse. The M4 chip ensures lightning-fast performance, whether I’m multitasking, editing videos, or running other high performance applications. The 16GB of memory and 256GB SSD provide ample speed and storage for my daily tasks. I was pleasantly surprised by how effortlessly it handles everything I throw at it, all while staying whisper-quiet. At $698, this Mac mini offers phenomenal value for the performance and build quality it delivers. It’s perfect for anyone looking for a high-performing desktop that doesn’t break the bank or take up too much space. Highly recommended for those in need of a powerful, efficient, and beautifully designed computer!
Posted by PatrickM