Apple launches new compact Mac mini with M4 and M4 Pro chips
Apple has rolled out an updated Mac mini, now powered by its latest M4 and M4 Pro chips and featuring a smaller 5-by-5-inch design. With up to 1.8 times the CPU performance and 2.2 times the GPU power of the original M1 model, the new Mac Mini seems to be packing more muscle into a smaller space. The M4 Pro model promises even more processing power for users with demanding workloads, offering up to 14 CPU cores and 20 GPU cores.
One key addition is the enhanced connectivity, especially the inclusion of front-facing ports, which many users have been waiting for. Apple has added two USB-C ports at the front for quick and easy access, along with a high-impedance audio jack. Around back, the M4 model includes three Thunderbolt 4 ports, while the M4 Pro gets an upgrade to Thunderbolt 5, designed to deliver faster data transfer speeds.