Mini PCs really had a breakout year, with tons of different brands and configurations being made available. While they’re perfect desktop replacements, it’s the versatility that makes them so popular. You can use a mini PC as a legitimate desktop replacement, or have it part of your home lab.
You can even have a mini PC as your main media hub, or have it monitor your security system. There’s really no end to what a mini PC can do, which is why people love them so much. There’s also the fact that the pricing of these devices is just so good, with some models coming in at just $100.
The one people miss
Of course, what you buy is going to depend entirely on your needs. However, one mini PC that usually gets passed over but shouldn’t is the Mac Mini. The device is compact while offering impressive power. You can even make it more robust by combining it with some additional hardware, adding ports and storage in just all the right ways.
And while it does run macOS, you can get Windows running on it if needed. It really is an ideal piece of hardware if you’re looking for something compact and powerful. And while the price is still pretty good out of the gate, we like it more when you can get a sweet discount. Of course, Black Friday is dropping prices on all our favorite tech, and the Mac Mini is no exception.
Priced right and powerful
For a limited time, you can score a pretty hefty discount on the Mac Mini M4. It’s usually priced at $799, but it has now fallen to just $679 during Black Friday, which makes it the lowest price it has ever been. Now, we get it. It’s not exactly cheap, but this is still one of the best bang for your buck PCs that you can buy.
You get a powerful Apple M4 chip that’s capable of handling pretty much anything you’re willing to throw at it. You can browse the web, author documents, and enjoy your favorite streaming shows. But, this chip will allow you to take on even more challenging tasks like video and photo editing, and even some gaming.
This mini PC really is a productivity beast
In the end, you won’t find another mini PC this powerful for this price. Sure, we’ve seen some pretty aggressive machines in the past, but those can often run up to $1,000. The Mac Mini delivers the perfect balance, offering exactly what you need and more, for a price that’s more than fair. Just be sure to grab it while it’s on sale during Black Friday. This is going to be the best discount you’ll see on this model, so don’t miss out.
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CPU
Apple M4 (10-core) or M4 Pro (up to 14-core)
Graphics
10-core GPU (M4) or 16-core (M4 Pro)
Memory
Up to 32GB (M4) or 64GB (M4 Pro) unified memory
Storage
Up to 2TB (M4) or 8TB (M4 Pro)
Ports
Rear: 3x Thunderbolt 4 (M4)/Thunderbolt 5 (M4 Pro), 1x HDMI, 1x RJ45 Ethernet; Front: 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, 3.5mm headphone jack
The Mac Mini delivers impressive power in a compact form factor. Right now, you can score one for less thanks to a hefty discount that knocks the price down to its lowest yet.
