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Spain (K-Tuin)Mac Mini vs Mac Studio - What are the differences?
Both the Mac mini and the Mac Studio are two desktop computers different from what you might think of as a "tower PC". They are small, you can take them anywhere, and they look good under any screen.
As we'll see below, the main difference between Mac mini and Mac Studio is the power inside. For this reason, they have different sizes:
- The Mac mini is 3.6cm high and 19.7cm square. Its weight? 1.2Kg
- The Mac Studio is 9.5cm high and is also 19.7cm square. The weight is more elevated than the Mac mini, and it weighs between 2.1kg and 2.7kg.
Mac mini vs Mac Studio: Specs
When deciding between a Mac mini and a Mac Studio, you need to think about the performance you need. Mac mini is intended to be a personal computer, much like a MacBook Air. The Mac Studio is the most powerful Mac Apple has ever built, with the most powerful processor in the history of the Mac.
| Features | Mac mini | Mac Studio |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | M1 chip | M1 Max Chip or M1 Ultra Chip |
| CPU cores | 8 cores | 10 cores with the M1 Max Chip 20 cores with the M1 Ultra Chip |
| Graphics card cores | 8 cores | 24 or 32 cores with the M1 Max Chip 48 or 64 cores with M1 Ultra Chip |
| RAM | 8GB or 16GB | From 32GB to 128GB |
| Storage | From 256GB to 2TB | From 512GB to 8TB |
Also read to know more on the features of different types of M1 Apple Processors, here.
Mac mini vs Mac Studio: Connections and ports
The Mac mini and the Mac Studio have a variety of ports for connecting everything you need, and they're very similar to each other.
- The Mac mini consists of 2 USB-A + 2 USB-C + Ethernet + HDMI.
- The Mac Studio consists of 2 USB-A + 6 USB-C + Ethernet + HDMI + SD card reader.
Mac mini vs Mac Studio: Price and power make the difference
As you can see, the main difference between the Mac mini and the Mac Studio is power. You can do great projects and enjoy the entire Mac experience with the Mac mini. On the other hand, the Mac Studio is for the most demanding professionals. Who else would need up to 128GB of RAM?
This incredible leap in power between the Mac mini and the Mac Studio is also reflected in the price.
- The Mac mini starts at AED 2999
- Mac Studio starts from AED 6499
Got any questions? You can compare all Macs in our Mac Comparator.
If you still have any questions, please feel free to reach out to any of our iSTYLE outlets, and our experts will help you make the decision.
