Yesterday, the Cupertino team completed a minor update of a two-line manufactured computers. New 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models and updated Mac mini models are already on sale.
We have already mentioned all the deviations of the “pros”, and now we will figure out what the new “miniks” are designated. Apple introduced three models of new computers, one of which has received sufficient distribution.
We will compare with the generation on processors M1but compares computers with Mac mini on Intel Core i5 (8th generation), which until yesterday was in the current line of meanings, no.
Processor and stuffing
Basic Models Mac mini on M2 chip received an iron upgrade and now in the following proportions:
▶ M2 8 cores (4 industrial, 4 energy efficient), 10 GPU cores, 8 GB RAM, 256 GB Solid State Drive.
▶ M2 8 cores (4/4) 10 GPU cores, 8 GB RAM, 512 GB Solid State Drive.
As with most generations, two modifications have the value of built-in built-in storage. In this case, in the configurator, you can increase the amount of RAM up to 24 GB (+400$), and install the SSD up to 2 TB (+$800)
advanced model Mac mini on M2 Pro chip only available in one case:
▶ M2 Pro 10 cores (6/4) 16 GPU cores, 16 GB RAM, 512 GB Solid State Drive.
The model has not only a more powerful processor, but also exceptional graphics, twice the amount of RAM and a capacious drive.
When ordering a custom model, you can increase the amount of RAM up to 32 GB (+400$), and install the SSD up to 8 TB (+$2400). You can also replace the processor with 12-core M2 Pro with 19-core GPU (+300$).
previous generation Mac mini on M1 chip created in two basic configs:
▶ M1 8 cores (4/4) 8 GPU cores, 8 GB RAM, 256 GB Solid State Drive.
▶ M1 8 cores (4/4) 8 GPU cores, 8 GB RAM, 512 GB Solid State Drive.
The models differed only in the size of the SSD disk, and the RAM expansion was exceeded in the configurator. up to 16 GB and drive up to 2 TB.
Now it’s clear why Apple kept Mac mini on Intel in the current line for so long
Probably the filling is more powerful: Cupertinos do not compare new models with an extended and colossal difference from the old Mac mini models on the processor. Intel. Building on differences in MacBook models with the same chips M1 and M2you can ask what basic compositions will be approximately 20-30% more productive than a lawyer.
Top models on a chip M2 Pro in appearance a more serious bust. Exact figures can only be given after real tests, but it is already clear that the most expensive minimics are great for serious tasks like video editing, photo editing, or developing Xcode assembly projects.
Apple is not even shy about talking about games on the updated Mac mini computers.
The model will be an excellent alternative to the more expensive Studio Mac. These models need to be solved in performance tests among themselves.
Other differences
● Models of the new generation of parents hardware accelerated ProRes and ProRes RAW (M1 chip only has hardware acceleration H.264 and HEVC), as well as encoding and decoding mechanism ProRes.
● Picture output appeared on 2 monitors (with chip M2) or for 3 displays (with chip M2 Pro). Attaching One Wisdom Monitor resolution up to 8K. The previous model could only display a picture on one screen in resolution up to 6K.
● Pumped wireless modules. On a fresh Mac mini installation WiFi 6E (802.11ax) and Bluetooth 5.3vs WiFi 6 and bluetooth 5.0 and old computers.
● Models on a chip M2 It has two Thunderbolt 4 portssenior on the processor M2 Pro – four Thunderbolt 4 ports. The flowering generation had two Thunderbolt/USB 4 ports.
● The 3.5 mm jack has been support for high-impedance headphones.
● When ordering a custom model of the new Mac mini, you can upgrade your computer 10Gbit Ethernet connector (+$100).
● Curiously, the new models are slightly modified in terms of body dimensions. New sizes have disappeared 19.71 x 19.71 x 3.58 cmthe old “minicom” had a body 19.7 x 19.7 x 3.6 cm.
It’s nice that the base model Mac mini has become $100 cheaper your protector.
In terms of performance and many other useful innovations, the device looks like a worthy replacement for the Mac mini on the M1 and is different from the most affordable Apple computer.
Only frustrates 8 GB RAM without the possibility of choosing an average upgrade in the database. It’s better to fly for custom with 16 GB RAM.
But with the advanced model, not everything is so simple. The specs of the device are really good, and the performance should be on par with the 14-inch MacBook Pro. And maybe even higher due to better cooling.
But the price tag in the database is $1300. For the same price, you can take the basic iMac 24″ on M1 or MacBook Pro 13″ on M2. Yes, the bundled performance will be lower, but you will get a 4.5K Retina display, a keyboard and mouse as a gift, or a full laptop. In the case of the Mac mini, it will be just a monoblock without a screen and input means.
Most likely, the device is positioned as a more affordable analogue Studio Mac for advanced tasks.
🛒 US model prices added together from $599 for base model with processor M1 and from $1299 for base model with processor M1 Pro
You can order the model in some countries from the moment of its announcement, delivery to the first buyers is promised already January 24.
Source: Iphones RU
