Technical Specifications — Mac mini (M1, 16 GB / 256 GB)
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model Identifier | Macmini |
| Chip / SoC | Apple M1 |
| CPU | 8‑core (4 performance + 4 efficiency) |
| GPU | 8‑core integrated GPU |
| Neural Engine | 16‑core Neural Engine |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB unified memory (soldered, non‑upgradable) |
| Storage | 256 GB SSD (PCIe, soldered) |
| Ports / I/O | - 2 × Thunderbolt / USB 4 (up to 40 Gb/s) - 2 × USB‑A (5 Gb/s) - HDMI 2.0 - Gigabit Ethernet (standard) - 3.5 mm headphone jack |
| Display Support | Simultaneous support for two displays: • One via Thunderbolt (up to 6K @ 60 Hz) • One via HDMI (up to 4K @ 60 Hz) |
| Networking / Wireless | - Wi‑Fi 6 (802.11ax) - Bluetooth 5.0 - Gigabit Ethernet (RJ‑45) |
| Dimensions & Weight | ~ 19.7 cm × 19.7 cm × 3.6 cm (7.7 in × 7.7 in × 1.4 in) ~ 1.2 kg (2.6 lb) |
| Power | Built‑in power supply, typical continuous usage is modest (Apple rates the max around 150 W for the mini) |
| Operating System | Ships with macOS Big Sur; supports newer macOS versions (e.g. Monterey, Ventura) |
| Other Notes | - Because RAM and SSD are integrated (not user‑replaceable), configuration at purchase determines long‑term capacity. - The unified memory architecture means CPU, GPU, and other components share the same memory pool, which tends to give better efficiency in many workloads. - 16 GB is a more comfortable configuration for heavier workloads (e.g. virtual machines, large photo/video editing, multitasking) compared to the base 8 GB. |
