Mac Mini M4 (2024) – Full Specifications & Features
Performance
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Chip: Apple M4 Chip
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CPU: 10-core (4 performance + 6 efficiency cores)
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GPU: 10-core GPU with hardware-accelerated ray tracing
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Neural Engine: 16-core – optimized for machine learning & AI workflows
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Memory Bandwidth: 120GB/s
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RAM: 16GB unified memory (configurable to 24GB or 32GB)
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Storage: 256GB SSD (configurable to 512GB or 1TB)
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Apple Intelligence: Built-in system for AI-assisted writing, creativity, and automation – runs directly on-device with privacy-first design
Media Engine
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Video Encode/Decode:
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Hardware-accelerated H.264, HEVC, ProRes, ProRes RAW
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AV1 Decode
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ProRes encode/decode engines
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Display Support
M4 Chip (Base Variant)
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Up to 3 Displays:
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2x 6K @ 60Hz (Thunderbolt) + 1x 5K @ 60Hz (Thunderbolt) or 4K @ 60Hz (HDMI)
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Up to 2 Displays:
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1x 5K @ 60Hz + 1x 8K @ 60Hz or 4K @ 240Hz (via Thunderbolt or HDMI)
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Outputs:
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Thunderbolt 4 w/ native DisplayPort 1.4
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HDMI (supports 8K/60Hz or 4K/240Hz)
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Audio & Video
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Audio Playback:
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Supports AAC, MP3, Apple Lossless, FLAC, Dolby Digital/Plus/Atmos
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Built-in speaker
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3.5mm headphone jack: Supports high-impedance headphones
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HDMI Audio: Multichannel output supported
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Video Formats: HEVC, H.264, AV1, ProRes, HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG
Connectivity & Ports
Front Ports:
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2x USB-C (USB 3, up to 10Gb/s)
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1x 3.5mm headphone jack
Back Ports (M4):
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3x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, 40Gb/s, USB4, DisplayPort)
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1x HDMI port
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1x Gigabit Ethernet (configurable to 10Gb)
Wireless & Networking
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Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6E
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Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.3
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Ethernet: 10/100/1000BASE-T (Configurable to 10GbE with Nbase-T support)
Build & Dimensions
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Finish: Silver
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Material: Recycled aluminum unibody
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Size: 5.0 x 5.0 x 2.0 inches (12.7 x 12.7 x 5.0 cm)
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Weight: 0.67 kg (1.5 lbs)
Power & Environmental
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Power: Max 155W, 100–240V AC, 50–60Hz
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Operating Temp: 10° to 35°C
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Storage Temp: –40° to 47°C
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Humidity: 5% to 90% non-condensing
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Altitude: Tested up to 5,000m
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Noise: 5 dBA at idle – virtually silent
What’s in the Box
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Mac Mini (M4)
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Power Cord (1.8m)
Key Features Summary
✔ Apple M4 chip with 10-core CPU and ray-traced GPU
✔ 16-core Neural Engine with on-device AI (Apple Intelligence)
✔ 16GB Unified Memory (up to 32GB available)
✔ Up to 3-display support including 8K output
✔ Hardware-accelerated ProRes and AV1 video support
✔ Fast SSD storage (256GB to 1TB options)
✔ Thunderbolt 4 + HDMI + USB-C + 10Gb Ethernet (optional)
✔ Tiny, silent, efficient — ideal for pro use without the Mac Studio price tag
Local Note (Kenya): The Mac Mini M4 is perfect for coders, video editors, and digital artists in Nairobi and across Kenya who want Mac Studio power but don’t need to overpay. Pair it with your own monitor and peripherals and you’ve got a stealthy, high-performance workstation.