In January 2023, Apple refreshed the Mac mini with the M2 chip.

So, should you buy it?

Let’s find out.

Person using Mac mini and Studio Display

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Gaming performance is up to 15x faster than the fastest Intel-based Mac mini."

The M2 Pro also features a 40% faster Neural Engine that helps accelerate machine learning tasks.

Lastly, the Mac mini with M2 Pro can now support one 8K display through its HDMI port.

Apple M2 Pro and M2 Max Chips

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That base configuration also comes with 16GB of unified memory and 512GB of SSD storage.

Potential buyers should seriously factor in the price-to-performance of this machine before considering the Mac Studio.

The extra two CPU cores mean you could get even better multi-core CPU performance with the Mac mini.

Apple Mac mini and Studio Display

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When Can You Buy the Mac mini?

Thankfully, you won’t have to wait long for Apple’s new desktop.

The Mac mini is already available for order fromApple Store Onlineand will start shipping on January 24th.

Mac mini in hand

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It’s also a huge upgrade if you still use an Intel Mac mini.