M1 vs. M2. vs. M4 Mac Mini Buyer's Guide: 25+ Upgrades Compared
Oct 29, 2024 · The M4 and M4 Pro Mac mini represent the most significant update to Apple's compact desktop in years, marking an evolution not only in performance but in design and functionality as well. The new, dramatically smaller enclosure, improved thermal design, and front USB-C ports are standout changes that make the M4 Mac mini much more versatile.
Mac Mini M1 as a Plex server - MacRumors Forums
Sep 15, 2021. #2. I was thinking along the same lines for my home server; a refurbed base M1 Mini (8GB/256GB) with a 2TB SSD SATA hanging off the USB 4 ports in an enclosure. All in about $900 ($589 + $200 for the SSD + tax). My 2012 is getting a little long in the tooth and I'm going to want to upgrade some time.
Mac Mini M1 H.265 encoding? - MacRumors Forums
5. Nov 30, 2020. #5. I’ve done some fairly extensive testing with the native HandBrake app on the M1. You can do crazy fast (180-220 fps) hardware encoding via VideoToolbox for HD content (x264/265) but the file size and quality is sub optimal. Using software encoding 264->265 1080p runs about 30fps, which isn’t bad!
Base M1 Mac Mini in 2024. - MacRumors Forums
Apr 27, 2024 · Apr 28, 2024. #12. I have an M1 mini, 16/1 Tb config. I'm usually running Word, Safari, Powerpoint, Kaleidagraph, Zoom, Apple Music and some academic apps on it (Papers, VMD for molecular modelling). I'm not a gamer. The machine doesn't break a sweat; one of the best Macs I've owned. Screen is a 4K 27" Phillips.
M1 vs. M2. vs. M4 Mac Mini Buyer's Guide: 25+ Upgrades Compared
Oct 29, 2024 · roland.g said: But an M4 Mac Mini with 32/512 would run you $1,199. $600 is not nothing. Even a M4 Pro Mac Mini with 24/512 at $1,399 or a M4 Pro Mac Mini with 48/512 at $1,799 and no savings is more RAM and I would hazard the M4 Pro is faster than the M2 Max in single-core benchmarks and possibly on par in multi-core benchmarks, added to which ...
Mac mini M1 and TV, a good or bad idea? - MacRumors Forums
Aug 12, 2022 · DrCC said: I was also thinking of a Mini connected to the TV as a "general use computer and video streamer" along with the MagicBridge to be able to use an Apple keyboard and trackpad on the couch. Touch ID when online shopping on the couch = essential. I use the magicbridge and it works very well. F.
27" Apple Cinema Display and M1 Mac Mini - MacRumors Forums
Nov 22, 2020. #9. pmiles said: I have one confirmed success story about connecting a 27" Apple Cinema Display (Thunderbolt 2 version) to the new M1 Mac mini. The owner is using the Apple Thunderbolt-2 to Thunderbolt-3 Adapter. Apple Cinema Display 30’’ with M1 Apple S…. - …
When will Apple drop macOS support for M1 systems?
Mar 13, 2023. #12. Think of it as a curve: 100-90% chance of 5 years of support (so 2025 at the minimum) 90-50% chance of 7 years of support (so 2027) 50% or less of 10 years of support (so 2030) An M1 mac will last you a long time in any case. Jwinnin, golfstud, Tagbert and 2 others.
Daisy Chain Dell monitor on M1 Mac Mini? - MacRumors Forums
Jan 4, 2014. 784. 2,064. Nov 25, 2020. #1. Since the M1 Mac Mini only supports 1 display with each port type, would it be possible to use dual Dell monitors through 1 USB C/Thunderbolt port by using daisy chaining of the DP 1.2 port? HDMI has been causing major issues with black screens and flashing so I am looking to use just the USB C port.
Those with 2020 M1 Mac Minis... - MacRumors Forums
Mar 15, 2024 · macrumors 6502a. Sep 30, 2020. 856. 1,866. Mar 15, 2024. #5. theorist9 said: 2) It's possible that installing Sonoma might create irreversible changes to your firmware. I've no idea if that's the case--someone with more expertise than me might be able to answer.