Apple releases new Mac Mini, a giant killer with M4 and M4 Pro chips

The Californian company’s busiest week continues. Apple has unveiled its updated Mac Mini, featuring new M4 and M4 Pro chips that deliver significant boosts in power and graphics performance in an even smaller device that’s just 12.7cm wide. In this version, the company claims the Mac Mini with M4 processor 1.8 times faster than previous modeland the M4 Pro model expands this capability to target tasks that require higher performance.

Mac Mini is now carbon neutral

Apple emphasizes that the new model will be the first Mac with zero carbon emissions thanks to the use of recycled materials in more than 50% of the device and 100% renewable energy in production,

which has achieved an 80% reduction in product-related pollutant gas emissions.

Significant performance improvements

Mac Mini with M4 chip equipped Identical 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU configurationallowing users to complete time-consuming tasks such as video editing, music creation and programming faster. For its part, M4 Pro with 14 cores in the processor and 20 in the graphics processor, includes hardware-accelerated ray tracing, a key element for those who need more graphics power.

Compared to Mac Mini with Intel Core i7 processor, the new version delivers up to 2.8x faster performance in creative apps and up to 13x faster performance in video games.

What’s New in Apple Intelligence

The device includes Apple Intelligence, a personal intelligence system integrated into the Mac itself that, in addition to protecting privacy, allows users to perform complex tasks using tools for rewriting, reviewing and summarizing text. Siri has also been improved, now supports integration with ChatGPT for greater versatility when answering questions and performing tasks in the operating system.

Advanced connectivity and compatibility

The new Mac Mini has Thunderbolt 4 connectivity on the standard model and Thunderbolt 5 connectivity on the M4 Pro, which doubles the data transfer speed. It also offers front-panel USB-C ports, an HDMI port for monitors, and customizable options with up to 64GB of unified storage on the Pro model, providing a powerful and versatile alternative for professional users.

Availability and prices

The new Mac Mini is now available for pre-order and will go on sale on November 8th. Basic model equipped with M4 chip,Available from 719 euros. and the M4 Pro model costs from 1,669 euros. Additionally, Apple will launch a new series of USB-C compatible accessories that includes a keyboard, mouse, and trackpad, which are also available on its official website.