Apple is preparing to release a new Mac mini, marking the first hardware update for the compact desktop since the 2024 model launched. This refresh matters because the current M4-based units have seen strong demand driven by local artificial intelligence deployment trends. Buyers waiting for a more capable machine will finally have a reason to upgrade after nearly two years.
First hardware update since the 2024 model arrives
The upcoming devices will likely feature either the M5 or M6 chip, moving beyond the current M4 and M4 Pro options. Apple has reportedly tested Mac mini units equipped with both of these newer processors. The current generation Mac mini, which launched in 2024, includes a 10-core CPU and a 10-core GPU.
Exact release timing remains uncertain, with reports suggesting the new Mac mini could appear within the next few days. Some sources indicate it might launch before Apple's scheduled September event. If the device ships before the end of the month, it could become the final new product released during Tim Cook's tenure as CEO.
We touched on Apple M6 Chip Skips Pro and in our earlier Apple coverage. The current Mac mini starts at 5999 CNY (around $890) in China, though pricing for the new M5 or M6 models has not yet been confirmed. Availability details are also pending official announcement from Apple.
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