Apple Mac mini Desktop Computer with M4 Pro chip with 12 core CPU and 16 core GPU: Built for Apple Intelligence, 24GB Unified Memory, 512GB SSD Storage, Gigabit Ethernet. Works with iPhone/iPad

A lot has changed since the Mac mini M1 and to me the M4 is worth the upgrade, they removed firmware passwords and apparently the security is now locked to the iCloud / find my account. Apple intelligence is fun but not perfect but I didn’t get this for AI Pros: how silent is it, even running steam games like Neva and using a PlayStation controller via Bluetooth the system stays silent during game play. I love screen share, being able to use my phone that’s got a tiny screen, on to the bigger screen with the Mac mini where I can use the keyboard to type out emails is amazing and flawless. Apps open fast, I was able to install a virtual machine and run windows 11. The Mac version of steam was easy to install and quite a few of my games are available for Mac OS. I am hoping that I can encode and edit videos in 4k but I’ve yet to try this, handbrake should run for encoding. I am using mine with a Logitech keyboard and the keyboard doesn’t really work well as many of the keys are not mapped but that’s not apples fault. More and more games are being added for Mac and it really is a power horse for running games. For the money it’s not cheap but the base model can handle pretty much anything I throw at it. It has many features in iOS that I am used to. I would list cons but I can’t find any. It’s easier to use than windows and I am a long time windows user. I brought the mac as I’m fed up of windows echo system and with intel because of intel ME and the security risks that poses from bad actors. You can run windows and windows app on this mac if you want to there are guides on YouTube and running windows in a virtual environment is more secure anyway and there’s an option to run Linux, I had to pay a tenner for the virtual software from the apple App Store. My windows systems in probably going to sell, there’s no need for it in my opinion anymore, handbrake runs on Mac, makemkv does, steam and you can install other browsers like beave if you want to. The Mac mini M4 doesn’t take up much space and barely makes a whisper if space is tight or you like to travel with your Mac, this is a game changer for real. I had a few things I couldn’t figure out how to use so I spoke to apple support who guided me through the settings in no time. Please be sure to enable the firewall when you set it up, it’s disabled by default apparently. Update:having used this Mac to a while now it’s Amazing, it can encode videos really fast, 3 to 4 hours for a 4k video using the cpu, however if you opt for using the GPU it can encode that same video in roughly 30 - 40 mins and it doesn’t even get hot or break a sweat. It’s so much better than Microsoft systems that I sued in the past and with 10 cores and 16GB ram it’s really snappy and a good buy, you could throw that kind of money at a Intel system and not get the 10 core performance that you can get out of the Mac mini. Hands down the best system these days and easy to use

I have been using the Apple Mac mini with the M4 chip for a little while now, and honestly, it’s blown me away. It’s amazing how something this small can be so powerful. Everything just feels instant, apps open in a flash, multitasking is effortless, and even editing photos and videos runs buttery smooth. What I love most is how quiet it is. You can barely tell it’s on, even when it’s working hard. It also connects perfectly with my iPhone and iPad, making everything feel super seamless. For its size, it’s an absolute beast, compact, fast, and reliable. Definitely worth it if you want a powerful desktop without the bulk and are into the Apple ecosystem.

I recently upgraded to the new Apple Mac mini with the M4 chip, and I’m absolutely blown away by its performance! The 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU handle everything I throw at it – from heavy multitasking and coding to video editing and graphics work – without breaking a sweat. The 16GB of unified memory is more than enough for all my productivity needs, and the 512GB SSD is lightning-fast, making boot-ups and file transfers incredibly smooth. It’s also whisper-quiet, even under load, which is a huge plus if you're working in a quiet environment. One of the best features is how seamlessly it integrates with my iPhone and iPad. Handoff, AirDrop, and Universal Clipboard all work flawlessly – it truly feels like the Mac mini is the brain at the center of my Apple ecosystem. Also, it's already optimized for Apple Intelligence, which makes it feel future-proof and ready for the next generation of smart features and AI-enhanced workflows. The Gigabit Ethernet gives me fast and stable internet for remote work and streaming, and the overall design is sleek and minimalistic – it fits perfectly on my desk without taking up space. If you’re looking for a desktop that offers premium performance, tight Apple integration, and incredible value for its size and power, this Mac mini M4 is the way to go. Highly recommended!

I bought the Mac mini as a gift for my girlfriend’s dad, who isn’t tech-savvy at all, and it’s been a really positive experience so far. He was upgrading from an older Mac with the built-in screen, and the difference for him has been night and day. Everything feels faster, smoother, and far more responsive, without him needing to understand or change anything about how he uses a computer. From a usability point of view, it’s been completely straightforward, which is exactly what you want when buying tech for someone who just wants it to work. It uses thunderbolt 5 too so that makes connectivity easy with just 1 cable, looks so sleek and when paired with the right screen, basically just turns it into an iMac screen. One of the biggest strengths of the Mac mini is the value it offers for everyday use. The base model is more than sufficient for typical tasks like browsing, email, documents, and general day-to-day computing. In my opinion, this is where the best value lies. Once you start adding extra storage or memory, the price climbs quickly, and that’s where buyers are more likely to question whether it was worth it. For most people, buying the base version and seeing how you get on makes far more sense. It’s also worth mentioning the size and flexibility. The Mac mini is compact and easy to fit into almost any setup, and there are VESA mounting options available if you want to attach it to the back of a monitor for a really clean, uncluttered desk setup. After a couple of weeks of use, feedback has been consistently positive. It’s easy to use, reliable, and feels like a machine that will comfortably last for years without becoming frustrating or outdated. Overall, this is a great option if you’re upgrading an older Mac or buying for someone who doesn’t care about technical specs but wants something fast, simple, and dependable. Stick with the base model unless you know you genuinely need more, and it’s hard to go wrong. Great buy!!!

The Apple Mac mini with the M4 chip is nothing short of outstanding. Despite its compact size, it delivers exceptional performance thanks to the 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU. Everything feels instant, apps launch immediately, multitasking is effortless, and demanding workloads run smoothly without breaking a sweat. The efficiency is just as impressive as the power. It stays cool and virtually silent even under load, which makes it perfect for both professional work and everyday use. Whether you’re editing media, coding, or just running multiple apps at once, the Mac mini handles it all with ease. Apple’s build quality is, as always, top-tier, and macOS is beautifully optimised for the M4 chip. It’s an incredible value for the level of performance you get, especially in such a small, elegant form factor. A truly superb desktop computer, powerful, efficient, and future-proof. Highly recommended.

Sick of paying to replace a screen and hardware when an iMac stops being supported. Compact, fast, quiet and easy to set up. Save yourself hundreds of pounds and instead of upgrading to larger memory storage, pair with a UGreen Docking station and choose your memory availability for so much less. Big fan!!

I have always been a lifelong Windows PC user, and always viewed Apple as 'style over substance'. Pretty looking premium lifestyle products which were way more expensive yet less capable than the PC or Android phone equivalent. However, this base model is more capable and powerful than mini PC's at almost twice the price and it is not possible to build a PC at this price anywhere near as capable... Which has completely flipped my opinion of Apple products. It's actually shocking that I am now an iPhone and Mac user. I never saw that coming! I opted for the base spec machine as it does everything I need with ease. Just to compare to your own needs and usage; I'm a semi-professional user and I do not play any games. I use the machine for all the usual web browsing, email and office type apps, I have a couple of media players for playing my own music and 4K movies from HDD, I use Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom and Illustrator along with a few other random productivity and streaming apps, and I still have approx 165-170GB remaining of the 256GB SSD. I have no clue what I would ever do to fill the HD, as all my files, images etc are stored on external drives. Likewise for 'only' having 16GB of RAM; I had my concerns, but the occasions I feel the machine could be quicker, such as mass-importing hundreds of high-res (45MP) RAW photographs into Lightroom, is so rare it just doesn't even cross my mind to need the upgrade. Obviously if you're a heavy user, processing a lot of images or editing video every day; You'd likely benefit from the M4 Pro and more RAM to keep your workflow seamlessly smooth and snappy, but rest assured the base M4 is very capable and will still get the job done. The same applies to the connectivity speed... The three Thunderbolt 4 ports at the rear are already faster than I could ever 'need', but if you're regularly transferring huge quantities of data and BIG files, and every extra minute affects your workflow... You could benefit from the Pro's Thunderbolt 5 ports. For my usage it is such fine margins that once again I just couldn't gaslight myself into spending more money (which is rare!). Considering even iPhones no longer have them, the 3.5mm headphone jack is very welcome for those with wired headphones. It's just a nice touch and extra versatility even if most won't use it. I won't moan about the price of upgrades as they're irrelevant to me, but the one single negative I can mention even at the brilliant price is the power button... Apple decided to put it underneath at the rear (likely to put all ports and switches on a single small board for space saving and efficiency) so it's a bit of a faff to power it up if you have the box tucked away. I only do it once or twice per day but should you have to pick up your PC to turn it on? I don't think so... Just finally, from a buyer/user perspective, I have never owned a mini PC or even a Mac before but I just couldn't justify not buying the M4 Mini. It's been a seamless transition and the base spec M4 Mini is probably the best value tech product I have ever bought. It's an incredibly capable media workhorse and for a genuinely premium brand product to actually be 'cheap', exceed every preconception and expectation is a feeling I'm not used to and it's sensational. Apple have converted another PC owner... And maybe that's exactly the pricing strategy. I've rambled on for far too long here but I hope my own usage helps you to assess your own needs. The cost of the upgrade from the base-spec M4 to the M4 Pro is approx £700, which is a VERY nice new 32" monitor, or a selection of high-end accessories and hard drives... So if you don't 'need' that power bump, I'd spend the money elsewhere in your setup... Which I did, and haven't regretted it for a second.

I recently picked up the Apple Mac mini with the M4 chip, and I have to say it’s an impressive little powerhouse. Despite its small size, the performance is top tier, the 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU handle multitasking, creative software, and productivity apps with ease. It runs whisper quiet and stays cool, even during heavier workloads. The integration with my iPhone and iPad is seamless, as you’d expect from Apple. Handoff, AirDrop, and Universal Control all work perfectly, making it easy to switch between devices without missing a beat. The M4 chip feels like a big step up in terms of speed and efficiency, and macOS runs incredibly smoothly. Design wise, it’s as sleek and minimal as ever, and it doesn’t take up much space on the desk. Despite the compact build, it offers solid connectivity, including Gigabit Ethernet for stable networking.