: $599 for a 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU, 16GB RAM, and 256GB SSD. M4 Mac Mini (Mid) : $799 for 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD.
: $1,399 for a 12-core CPU, 16-core GPU, 24GB RAM, and 512GB SSD. Performance Review: High Value, But a "Storage Trap"
The is currently the best-value entry point into the Mac ecosystem as of April 2026 , though supply shortages have recently impacted its availability at the base $599 price. While traditionally "cheap," its performance rivals far more expensive workstations for general productivity and AI tasks. Core Specifications & Current Pricing
Apple's retail prices for the current generation (released late 2024) are as follows:
