With the Apple M1 chip, Apple's most versatile desktop computer takes on a whole new dimension. With up to 3 times the processor performance. Up to 6 times faster graphics performance. And up to 15 times faster machine learning with Apple's most advanced Neural Engine. Get ready to work, play, and create on Mac mini with power and speed beyond anything you've ever imagined.
With the superpower of the Apple M1 chip
With the superpower of the Apple M1 chip
Here it is. Apple's first chip designed specifically for the Mac. Apple's M1 System-on-a-Chip (SoC) combines no fewer than 16 billion transistors and integrates the central processing unit (CPU), graphics processor (GPU), Neural Engine, I/O, and more on a single, tiny integrated circuit. With blistering performance, custom technologies and the best power efficiency on the market1the M1 chip is more than just an evolution for the Mac. It's a revolution.
CPU
The M1 chip gives the Mac mini phenomenal power and speed. Its eight-core core processor delivers up to 3 times faster processing performance than the previous generation2. And yet, its iconic 19.7cm square design hasn't changed a bit.
GPU
The M1 chip's 8-core graphics processing unit (GPU) is arguably the most sophisticated Apple has ever created. So the Mac mini has an extremely fast integrated graphics processor and a sixfold performance leap. Simply put, it packs a ton of power into an incredibly compact package.
Machine learning
16-core Neural Engine.
The brain of the operation.
Machine learning (ML) can dramatically automate and accelerate all kinds of tasks, such as video analysis, speech recognition and image processing. And thanks to theM1 chip, which features a 16-core Neural Engine and a comprehensive collection of ML technologies, the Mac mini boasts an impressive learning capability.
macOS Big Sur
Designed to harness the full power of the M1 chip, macOS Big Sur transforms the Mac experience with major performance gains. But also powerful updates for apps. A remarkable new design. State-of-the-art privacy features. And unparalleled security. It's Apple's most powerful operating system. On Apple's most advanced hardware ever.
Speed and responsiveness
The M1 chip and macOS Big Sur join forces to make the whole system more responsive. MacBook Air wakes up instantly from sleep. Everyday tasks, like browsing photos or navigating Safari, get done faster. And your most demanding apps get the power they need.
Largest collection of apps ever
Use powerful apps built for the M1 chip. Enjoy all your current apps with Rosetta 2. And for the first time, use your favourite iPhone and iPad apps directly on macOS Big Sur. You get the largest collection of apps ever on the Mac.
Compact design
Thanks to the technologies built into the M1 chip, the Mac mini far outperforms computers much larger than it. And it can handle the most demanding tasks while using up to 60% less power than the previous generation.5.
Unified memory
One RAM
to control everything.
The M1 chip offers up to 16GB of ultra-fast unified memory. This single pool of low-latency, high-bandwidth memory allows apps to efficiently share data between the CPU, GPU and Neural Engine. So everything is done quickly and smoothly.
SSD Storage
The Mac mini features all-flash storage, up to a 2TB SSD to hold all your photo and video collections, files, and apps.6. And with speeds of up to 3.4GB/s, apps and files launch and load in an instant.7.
Security
With the M1 chip and macOS Big Sur, Mac mini has advanced security and privacy features that go far beyond what other computers in its class offer. So your system and your data are perfectly protected.
With its compact size, exceptional performance, and range of ports, Mac mini is suitable for a variety of uses, including gaming and digital art. And with all the power of the M1 chip in its 19.7cm square case, you're likely to see it everywhere. In home offices, recording studios, and the most unexpected places.
With two blazing-fast Thunderbolt/USB 4 ports, two USB-A ports, an HDMI 2.0 port, and Wi-Fi 6 and Gigabit Ethernet, the Mac mini can do it all. At the same time.
Thunderbolt/USB 4
Transfer data at up to 40Gbit/s8. Charge and power external devices. Connect one external display with a resolution of 6K or less and a second with HDMI 2.0 port up to 4K.
Wi-Fi 6
Another first for the Mac mini is Wi-Fi 6, which offers better overall performance and up to 1.2 Gbps throughput for blazing-fast file transfers or Time Machine backups.
Tests conducted by Apple in October 2020 on 13-inch MacBook Pro prototypes equipped with the Apple M1 chip and 16GB of RAM. Performance per watt refers to the ratio of peak CPU performance to average power consumption using certain standard performance tests. Compared to high-performance laptop and desktop central processing units (CPUs) commercially available at the time of testing. Performance tests are conducted on specific computers and are only a rough indication of MacBook Pro performance.
Tests conducted by Apple in October 2020 on prototype Mac minis equipped with the Apple M1 chip and on market-ready Mac minis equipped with an Intel processor. with a 3.6GHz quad-core Intel Core i3 processor, all configured with 16GB of RAM and a 2TB SSD. Final Cut Pro 10.5 pre-release tested with a 55-second project using Apple ProRes RAW 4K assets in 4096 x 2160 resolution at 59.94 frames per second, transcoded to Apple ProRes 422. The performance tests are performed on specific computers and are only a rough indication of the Mac mini's performance.
Tests conducted by Apple in October 2020 on prototype Mac minis equipped with the Apple M1 chip and on market-ready Mac minis equipped with the Intel Core i processor.Intel Core i3 quad-core processor at 3.6GHz and Intel Iris UHD Graphics 630, all configured with 16GB of RAM and a 2TB SSD. Final Cut Pro 10.5 pre-release tested using a complex 2-minute project with a variety of content and up to 4K resolution. Performance tests are performed on specific computers and are only a rough indication of Mac mini performance.
Tests conducted by Apple in October 2020 on prototype Mac minis equipped with the Apple M1 chip and on market-ready Mac minis equipped with an Intel processor. Mac mini with a 3.6GHz quad-core Intel Core i3 processor, all configured with 16GB of RAM and a 2TB SSD. Pixelmator Pro 2.0 Lynx pre-release tested with a 216KB image. Performance tests are performed on specific computers and are only a rough indication of Mac mini performance.
Tests conducted by Apple in October 2020 on a prototype Mac mini equipped with the Apple M1 chip, 16GB of memory, a 2TB SSD, and an LG UltraFine 5K monitor, as well as on a market-ready Macmini equipped with an Intel Core i7 hexa-core processor, 8GB of memory, a 512GB SSD and an LG UltraFine 5K monitor. Power consumption was measured during wireless browsing of popular websites.
1TB = 1 trillion bytes; actual formatted capacity is less.
Tests conducted by Apple in October 2020 on prototype Mac minis equipped with the Apple M1 chip, 16GB of RAM and a 2TB SSD. Tests performed using FIO 3.23 with a request size of 1024KB, a test file size of 150GB and a queue depth of 32. Performance tests are performed on specific computers and are only a rough indication of Mac mini performance.
Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and are subject to change.
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The product was delivered at lightning speed, perfectly packaged, and with ease of payment; all good things for LDLC.
As for the M1 (8GB/256GB), no disappointment, the rendering speed of movies under DaVinci is phenomenal (I come from Ryzen 5), and the Apple ecosystem makes it "rather" simple, all my devices (tablet and iphone) sync their watches without problem... I'm in 1440p and everything is very responsive, impressive for a small machine, and pretty cheap. The only hitch is that the SSD option is prohibitively expensive and there's obviously no keyboard or mouse in the box. But hey, we're buying with full knowledge of the facts...
A nice little machine!
Model: Apple Mac Mini M1 (MGNR3FN/A)
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by Guigz
Posted on 7 Jan 2022
Bought on 10 Dec 2021 from LDLC
Number of reviews: 3Average rating: 9
Mac-revolution
replacement for the Mac mini 2018. for simple office use no difference, however yes if you need to push the performance, does not flinch.
Unlike the previous one, I think this one with the apple processor will last for many years.
Model: Apple Mac Mini M1 (MGNR3FN/A-1TB)
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by SotcheatC
Posted on 30 Nov 2021
Bought on 31 Oct 2021 from LDLC
Number of reviews: 3Average rating: 9
top
Slim, quiet, powerful.
The M1 chip does the job very well.
The ignition is fast.
I regret a little the number of port but with a hub everything is fine
Model: Apple Mac Mini M1 (MGNT3FN/A-16GB)
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by Muwulafraga
Posted on 20 Oct 2021
Bought on 23 Sep 2021 from LDLC
Number of reviews: 2Average rating: 9
almost perfect
This product meets my needs whether leisure, program, and is.... But the price and the possibility to repair OUTSIDE of apple is annoying but we are used to it isn't it apple i believe more this excuse of security but anyway keep in mind that it's fix the Mac m1 no possibillity to change the parts for improved appart "repair" MDR good luck
Model: Apple Mac Mini M1 (MGNT3FN/A-16GB/1TB)
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by MichaelM
Posted on 18 Oct 2021
Bought on 4 Sep 2021 from LDLC
Number of reviews: 1Average rating: 10
Strong and fast
I sold my Macbook Pro and I do not regret my replacement purchase. Functional product, discreet and more powerful/fast compared to the Macbook and iMac.
Model: Apple Mac Mini M1 (MGNT3FN/A-16GB/1TB)
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by Anonymous
Posted on 29 Sep 2021
Bought on 31 Aug 2021 from LDLC
Number of reviews: 1Average rating: 10
Bluffing
Incredible processor speed on a Mac Mini!
Congratulations on the M1 processor, any task becomes faster...
Model: Apple Mac Mini M1 (MGNR3FN/A)
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by Anonymous
Posted on 16 Sep 2021
Bought on 7 Apr 2021 from LDLC
Number of reviews: 1Average rating: 10
Perfectly suited to my needs
Bought to replace an iMac Late 2012 at the end of its life, the Mac mini blew me away with its speed, fluidity and ability to handle large images without flinching.
Model: Apple Mac Mini M1 (MGNR3FN/A)
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by Jonathan B
Posted on 27 Jul 2021
Bought on 22 Jun 2021 from LDLC
Number of reviews: 5Average rating: 9
MAC OS M1
I was very pleased with my order, which arrived very well, and the machine was very reactive and powerful, although it took a while to get used to Windows.
I was very pleased with the service and the quality of the product.
I'm very pleased with the service and the quality of the product.
Model: Apple Mac Mini M1 (MGNR3FN/A)
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by JeanL
Posted on 19 Jun 2021
Bought on 16 Jun 2021 from LDLC
Number of reviews: 5Average rating: 9
Frankly at the top!
Machine bought in "muscular" configuration, intended for music production. What can I say? First of all, when you start it up, it instantly recognizes the keyboard and the mouse (both bluetooth). Then the configuration, not invasive as on certain systems (no, I will not give names...).
As far as performance is concerned, from what little I could test (Logic Pro with a lot of plugins), it can handle it without flinching and the resource usage meters hardly move.
For the rest, Mac OS Big Sur is super fluid, intelligent (yes, it's possible), intuitive. As a replacement for my late 2013 iMac, the result is below my expectations.
Last point: full connectivity (that's becoming rare with Apple), so no connection hassle, no need for adapters: direct HDMI on the monitor, direct USB for the audio interface, and it works.
Thanks to LDLC, one of the few retailers who had this exact configuration in stock. And delivered in just 24 hours by Chronopost, what more could you want?
Model: Apple Mac Mini M1 (MGNT3FN/A-16GB/1TB)
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by Valentin S
Posted on 15 May 2021
Bought on 13 May 2021 from LDLC
Number of reviews: 5Average rating: 10
Bluffing & Powerful!
Bluffing & Powerful !
The new M1 processor behaves wonderfully on fusion360 as well as on Heroes of The Storm ...
The whole without a hair of LAG of loss of FPS and especially without heating without a noise it is of an extraordinary comfort
I'm sure you'll agree that it's a good thing that the new generation of processors is here to stay...