Apple 2024 Mac mini Desktop Computer with M4 chip with 10‑core CPU and 10‑core GPU: Built for Apple Intelligence, 16GB Unified Memory, 256GB SSD Storage, Gigabit Ethernet. Works with iPhone/iPad
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Style: Apple M4 chip
Size: 16GB Unified Memory, 256GB SSD Storage
Set: without AppleCare+
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- SIZE DOWN. POWER UP The far mightier, way tinier Mac mini desktop computer is five by five 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.
- LOOKS SMALL. LIVES LARGE At just five by five inches, Mac mini is designed to fit perfectly next to a monitor and is easy to place just about anywhere.
- CONVENIENT CONNECTIONS Get connected with Thunderbolt, HDMI, and Gigabit Ethernet ports on the back and, for the first time, front-facing USB-C ports and a headphone jack.
- SUPERCHARGED BY M4 The powerful M4 chip delivers spectacular performance so everything feels snappy and fluid.
- BUILT FOR APPLE INTELLIGENCE Apple Intelligence is the personal intelligence system that helps you write, express yourself, and get things done effortlessly. With groundbreaking privacy protections, it gives you peace of mind that no one else can access your data not even Apple.*
- APPS FLY WITH APPLE SILICON All your favorites, including Microsoft 365 and Adobe Creative Cloud, run lightning fast in macOS.*
- IF YOU LOVE IPHONE, YOULL LOVE MAC Mac works like magic with your other Apple devices. View and control whats on your iPhone from your Mac with iPhone Mirroring.* Copy something on iPhone and paste it on Mac. Send texts with Messages or use your Mac to answer FaceTime calls.*
- CARBON NEUTRAL Mac mini is carbon neutral. Learn more about Apples commitment to the environment at apple.com/2030.
- LEGAL DISCLAIMERS This is a summary of the main product features. See below to learn more.
Brand: Apple
Operating System: Mac OS
CPU Model: Apple M4
CPU Speed: 1
Graphics Card Description: Integrated
Graphics Coprocessor: Apple Integrated Graphics
Memory Storage Capacity: 16 GB
Specific Uses For Product: Business, Education, Everyday Use
Personal computer design type: Mini PC
Ram Memory Installed Size: 16 GB
Product Dimensions: 5 x 5 x 2 inches
Item Weight: 1.5 pounds
Manufacturer: Apple
Item model number: MU9D3LL/A
Batteries: 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included)
Date First Available: October 29, 2024
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Top Amazon Reviews
Style: Apple M4 chip
Size: 16GB Unified Memory, 256GB SSD Storage
Set: without AppleCare+
I absolutely love my new Apple Mac Mini. It’s surprisingly affordable - actually cheaper than an Apple Watch Ultra - yet it packs an impressive amount of power for such a compact computer. I mainly use it for music software, and it runs everything smoothly without any issues. I purchased the base model, and the storage capacity has been more than enough for my needs. Another thing I really like is the number of USB-C / Thunderbolt ports, which makes it easy to connect my audio gear and other devices. I’ve always been a big fan of Mac computers because of how simple and intuitive they are to use, and this one continues that tradition. One of the most impressive things is the startup speed - it boots up in about 45 seconds. Overall, it’s a powerful, compact computer that offers excellent value for the price.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2026 by Elvie M.
Style: Apple M4 chip
Size: 16GB Unified Memory, 256GB SSD Storage
Set: without AppleCare+
The 2024 Mac mini with the M4 chip is an absolute powerhouse in a tiny package. The performance of the 10-core CPU and GPU is immediately noticeable; everything from daily multitasking to more intensive creative projects runs incredibly smooth. Having 16GB of unified memory as the base model makes a huge difference, ensuring that it handles modern applications and Apple Intelligence features without slowing down. I also love how seamlessly it works within the Apple ecosystem. The integration with iPhone and iPad is flawless, making it easy to share files and extend my workflow across devices. Despite its small footprint, it feels like a professional-grade machine that stays cool and quiet even under a heavy load. It’s easily the best value in the Mac lineup right now for anyone needing a fast, reliable desktop.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2026 by Ryan Ridgeway
Style: Apple M4 chip
Size: 16GB Unified Memory, 256GB SSD Storage
Set: without AppleCare+
I'm leaving Windows for Mac, so this computer is completely new to me. Setup was both easy and difficult for me. The setup process utility worked quite well, but each step had a "save for later" option, so I assumed, based on my Windows experience that certain set up steps could left for later when I understood the Mac eco-system better. But some things really needed to be done as soon as possible. I advise that new users NOT skip any setup steps at setup time and then reverse the steps you don't think you need later when you have a better understanding of how things integrate. 16 GB of ram is plenty for serious and advanced digital photography, simple video editing, and creative writing. However, the 256 GB of SSD is a little small for a home directory and the business of running the PC itself. If this computer works out for me, I will give this one to my wife whose usage is far more modest than mine, and I will buy one with a 512GB SSD. It's fast and responsive and very quiet. If you have any Linux experience, you will see a strong similarity in the base OS. It's the first Mac... anything that I can say is a good value for the money. I suspect I will be buying another one very soon. EDIT: My wife and I have decided to go ahead with a second Mac mini 4 purchase for her. We feel that this would be better for her than a move to Linux due to the level of commercial acceptance of Macintosh OS. The level of hand holding for the level of user that she is, will be far superior to that which is available with Linux. The internal SSD will be more than adequate in size for the few 3rd party apps she will use. As for me, I don't think I do need a larger SSD for my usage. It is possible with the Thunderbird 4 grade connection ports (they are compatible with USB C ports, but much faster), it is possible to move the home directory to a a Thunderbolt capable external SSD; leaving the internal SSD available for the business of running the computer. I will install my NUMEROUS number of apps to the External drive where I have placed my home directory. We're going full Mac, even considering an iPhone move as well. (2nd Edit} It has been over a year, and I am still pleased with the Mac Mini m4. NO regrets at all.. My wife, who is somewhat intimidated by technology, has settled in with her Mac as well. She is even getting comfortable with the built in and surprisingly complete word processor and spreadsheet programs (Pages, and Numbers). For myself, the Email client and calendar integrates VERY well with my Google accounts, and I have no problems running Scrivener (writing software), ACDSee for Mac 11, and On Photo Raw 2026 (both advanced Photo editors) Still highly recommended by me.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2025 by GBarrington
Style: Apple M4 chip
Size: 16GB Unified Memory, 256GB SSD Storage
Set: without AppleCare+
I’ve been a Mac user for about forty years now. I used to be in the computer documentation business, and while we wrote about PCs, I have always used a Mac. My desktop and laptop have reached their lifespans—the old versions of Safari didn’t work with bill pay sites, and my life has been ruled by a spinning, thinking cursor. I had been considering getting an M4 MacBook Air, but I missed the best prices on those and then held off. Some had advised me that the M4 Mini would be better for my needs. When Amazon had it on sale at $100 off, I jumped. I could go on forever, but I’ll just say this is a great little computer. I was able to migrate my data over from my older Macs (Migration Assistant), and the jump in speed and responsiveness is awesome. I have decades of archived email on my Mac, and everything was brought over well (though my data folders wound up buried deep in a Volumes directory) to the M4. This came configured with Sequoia, though I can upgrade to Tahoe, which I have not done yet. I did get the base model, which has a 256 GB SSD drive, and honestly, that’s not enough. My old iMac had half a terabyte, so when I migrated the data, I had to be very selective, and I put my huge photo and music libraries on an external—both Photos and Music do run from external data. If you have the budget, I’d advise getting a larger internal SSD. Of course, the nature of the Mac Mini is that it includes no peripherals. I did have an external keyboard, trackball, but I had to purchase a monitor. Here at Amazon the Samsung 27” ViewFinity S8 was also on a very big sale, and I ordered that and it works very well with this M4. It connects to the Mini via HDMI. I also immediately ordered a backup disk for Time Machine. The Mini has three Thunderbolt ports in the back and two USB C ports in the front. It, honestly, could use a few more ports, so I guess I’ll get a hub because I will want more external drives. Because of its size, as you can imagine, the internal speakers are not fabulous. It does offer a 1/8” headphone jack in the front, but I was disappointed because my older Macs use optical. This is just old, standard analog out. Note this comes with the usual Apple applications and utilities. If you want the free productivity suite, Pages, Numbers, and KeyNote, you need to download them from the App Store. I’m somewhat technical but I don’t do speed tests or anything like that. And I am used to the tortoise crawl of decade-old Macs, so this seems instantaneous to me. Overall, Macintoshes are, in my opinion, very expensive but very smooth to use, especially if you create music or art. So even though costs add up, with the screen and the peripherals and an external drive, this is still quite a deal and a real nice computer.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2026 by SiskiyouScoj
Style: Apple M4 chip
Size: 16GB Unified Memory, 256GB SSD Storage
Set: without AppleCare+
I’ve been a Microsoft and Linux guy for decades and deliberately avoided Apple for most of that time. Their Intel-era machines were overpriced, hot, and rarely lived up to the hype. Apple silicon changed the equation completely. The M4 Mac mini is absurdly good at what it’s supposed to do. It boots instantly, wakes instantly, and stays responsive without the usual background nonsense. No fan noise, no heat issues, no OS fighting itself. It feels like an appliance in the best sense, not a small PC constantly negotiating with its own problems. As a daily driver, it’s excellent. It runs my illustration software smoothly, powers a Huion screen tablet without any issues, and feels snappy and immediate all the time. There’s no bloat, no junk software, and nothing chewing up resources in the background. It just works. One underrated perk is how easy it is to mount. I have mine mounted underneath my desk, so it takes up literally zero desk space. There are a ton of cheap, simple mounts available, and once it’s installed you basically forget it’s there. That’s exactly what I want from a desktop. The port selection is solid, especially the Thunderbolt ports. The built-in speakers genuinely surprised me. They’re roughly laptop quality, which is far better than expected for a tiny desktop box and perfectly usable for casual audio. And the whole thing is dead silent. It also handles light gaming better than I expected. Indie games on Steam run just fine. I’m not pretending this is a gaming rig, I have a large, power-hungry desktop for serious gaming. This is a daily driver machine, and in that role it excels. It looks great too. Clean, minimal, and small enough to disappear without feeling cheap or gimmicky. Bottom line: this is everything I want in a modern desktop. Fast, quiet, stable, zero clutter, zero noise, zero bloat. As someone who’s lived in Microsoft and Linux land for decades, I didn’t expect to be this impressed, but Apple absolutely nailed this one.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2026 by Matt
Style: Apple M4 chip
Size: 16GB Unified Memory, 256GB SSD Storage
Set: without AppleCare+
I’ve owned the Mac mini (2024) for a little over a year now, and I can confidently say it has been one of the best tech purchases I’ve made. Performance & Reliability The Mac mini is incredibly fast, smooth, and stable. It boots quickly, runs multiple applications without slowdown, and has been extremely reliable. I use it daily, and it performs just as well as it did on day one. It’s also been perfect for my kids’ online classes — no lag, no freezing, no random issues. That peace of mind alone makes it worth it. My Setup (Highly Recommend This Combo) I paired it with: • Dell P2723QE (4K USB-C Hub Monitor) • A high-end 4K Logitech webcam (the premium model — crystal-clear quality) Everything works seamlessly together. The display is sharp and vibrant, and the single USB-C connection keeps the setup clean and minimal. It’s honestly one of the nicest and cleanest desk setups I’ve ever owned. Why I Chose Mac Mini Over iMac I’ve owned iMacs before, and while the all-in-one design is convenient, I personally prefer this modular setup. With the Mac mini: • You can upgrade your monitor anytime. • You can replace accessories independently. • You’re not locked into one screen. • It’s often significantly cheaper — especially if you catch a sale (which I did). This route gives you much more flexibility for a fraction of the cost in many cases. Longevity Based on performance so far, I genuinely believe this machine is future-proof for many years — easily 8–9 years depending on usage. Apple silicon machines are built to last, and this one feels no different. Final Thoughts Clean. Fast. Reliable. Flexible. If you’re debating between an iMac and a Mac mini, don’t overlook how powerful and customizable this setup can be — especially if you find a good deal. Very happy with this purchase and would absolutely recommend it.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2026 by Bara
Style: Apple M4 chip
Size: 16GB Unified Memory, 256GB SSD Storage
Set: without AppleCare+
I bought this M4 Mac Mini to use as a media PC, and wish I had gotten it sooner. I was previously running a Minisforum HX90 in my media room, and it was a noisy, stuttering mess. Literally, my Minisforum machine dropped frames every few seconds when playing Youtube videos, both in Win11 and Linux Mint! The Mac Mini is smaller, faster, quieter, uses a little less electricity, and most importantly, I've experienced no ridiculous performance problems whatsoever since switching to it. The most difficult part of the transition was dealing with Mac OS's horrible support for mouse wheels. The only good solutions I could find for this are paid third-party software and none has been perfect.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2026 by B. Pearce
Style: Apple M4 chip
Size: 16GB Unified Memory, 256GB SSD Storage
Set: without AppleCare+
I'm extremely impressed with my new computer! I used Windows exclusively for my office for years, however, it was time for an upgrade. I use a MacBook when traveling, so I figured why not go with Apple? I like the sleekness of my MacBook and heard great things about those who use an iMac for office work. Of course, a standard iMac is pretty hefty in price. I recently upgraded my monitor and speaker system, so I didn't want to spend money on the full set. That's when I stumbled across the Mac Mini. Shipping took a while, but once it arrived it was super easy to set up. Took me about 30 minutes, give or take. I did have to go out of my way to buy a USB-C Adapter, since I have to connect my printer, office phone, speakers, and monitor. The adapter that I bought is the j5create Multi-Port Hub, which comes with 2 USB ports and 1 HDMI port. I will probably be investing in another adapter when I upgrade my keyboard and mouse set. The computer itself is very quiet and comes with a speaker. Not the best sound quality, but then again I wasn't expecting much. The screen quality is AMAZING! Super crystal clear and very sleek interface. I love that I can now airdrop files to my phone and vice versa. Also super cool that I can have my calendar synced to my phone and respond to messages on my desktop. Overall, I love the interface and convenience of having my work laptop and computer laptop synced. I won't be going back to Windows anytime soon.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2026 by eliana