The Apple Mac mini M2 | Compact & Powerful Desktopnow features Apple's pro-level M2 chip, making it suitable for anything from rich presentations to immersive gaming, or more intensive tasks like editing massive images and 8K ProRes video. The Apple M2 integrates the CPU, GPU, Neural Engine, I/O, and more into a single system on a chip (SoC), this time utilizing 2nd-Gen 5nm process technology. Compared to the previous generation Mac mini with M1, users will be able to transcode ProRes video in Final Cut Pro up to 2.4x faster and simultaneously play back up to two streams of 8K ProRes 422 video at 30 fps, or up to 12 streams of 4K ProRes 422 video at 30 fps. Filter and function performance in Adobe Photoshop is also boosted up to 50%. This is possible thanks to the M2's faster next-generation CPU and GPU, higher bandwidth memory, and a more powerful media engine for improved performance and power efficiency that includes an advanced thermal system for greater sustained performance. Adding to the Mac mini's power is 8GB of RAM and, thanks to the addition of Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), wireless networking will operate at up to 2.4 Gb/s.

The 10-Core GPU delivers a sharp, clear picture, and you'll be able to output video to an external display using the system's Thunderbolt 4 ports, which feature native DisplayPort output, or use the built-in HDMI port. This Mac mini supports up to two simultaneous displays, with one 6K / 60 Hz display using Thunderbolt 4 and a second 5K / 60 Hz display using Thunderbolt 4, or a 4K / 60 Hz display via HDMI.

For storing your files, this Mac mini is equipped with a 256GB SSD. If you want to add external peripherals, two Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 ports that support bidirectional transfer speeds of up to 40 Gb/s as well as 10 Gb/s USB 3.1 Gen 2, plus charging and power for external devices. Thanks to two 5 Gb/s USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A ports, you'll still be able to connect other devices to this system. A Gigabit Ethernet port is built in for wired networking, or use Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) for wireless access. Bluetooth 5.3 technology will allow you to connect additional compatible peripherals, including keyboards, mice, and headsets. Sound is output using a 3.5mm headphone jack. Apple's Mac mini operates using an internal 150W power supply that runs off 100-240 VAC at 50 to 60 Hz.

This Mac comes preloaded with macOS. Updates can be downloaded for free via the Mac App Store. Please check Apple's website for upgrade eligibility. Also, please be aware that a keyboard and mouse are not included.

Apple M2 8-Core CPU    8GB Unified RAM | 256GB SSD    10-Core GPU | 16-Core Neural Engine    Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) | Bluetooth 5.3    2 x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 Ports    USB-A 3.1 Gen 1 | HDMI | 3.5mm    1 x Gigabit Ethernet Port    macOS

Mac mini with M2 packs the speed you need to get more done faster. Add to that a versatile array of ports and you've got a desktop ready to flex in any setup.

The next generation of Apple silicon makes this the hardest working Mac mini Apple has ever built. From rich presentations to immersive gaming, M2 flies through work and play.

With macOS, your go-to apps run lightning fast on Mac mini, from Microsoft 365 to Adobe Creative Cloud to Zoom. And over 15,000 apps and plug-ins are optimized for M2. Organize your apps and windows with Stage Manager, so you can stay focused while seamlessly moving between tasks. Dive into a multiplayer gaming session with SharePlay, or start a to-do list on your iPhone and pick it up on Mac mini without missing a beat.

With M2, the performance and efficiency of Apple silicon allow Mac mini to blow away desktops many times its size, all in an iconic 7.7" square frame.

Unified memory on Mac does more than traditional RAM. A single pool of high-bandwidth, low-latency memory allows Apple silicon to move data more efficiently, so everything you do is fluid.

This Mac mini comes with 256GB of all-flash storage for all your photo and video libraries, files, and apps.

M2 and macOS give Mac mini industry-leading privacy and security features beyond anything in its class, including built-in protections against malware and viruses. And the next-generation Secure Enclave helps keep your system and your data protected.

With its next-level performance, wide array of ports, and compact size, this mini desktop is perfect for an impressive range of uses and ready to take on whatever you do.

Mac mini turns any desk into a powerful workspace. Add a display, keyboard, and mouse or trackpad, and you're ready to create, code, and collaborate.

Jump into graphics-intensive AAA games with fluid frame rates and high fidelity, all enabled by the GPU performance of M2.

Mac mini is a powerful desktop for content creation. Run more plug-ins and layer more audio tracks in Logic Pro. And edit multiple streams of 4K and 8K ProRes video in Final Cut Pro faster with the help of the high-performance media engine.

Mac mini gives you the tools you need to create powerful apps or games.

With two Thunderbolt 4 ports, two USB-A ports, HDMI, Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), and Gigabit Ethernet, Mac mini connects to just about anything.

Transfer data at up to 40 Gb/s. Charge and power external devices. And expand your workspace with external displays that can output video at up to 6K resolution and 60 Hz with Thunderbolt 4. HDMI unlocks up to 8K video output.

Another first for Mac mini, Wi-Fi 6E delivers better all-around performance and up to 2.4 Gb/s of throughput for superfast file transfers or backing up to Time Machine.

With its 27" 5K Retina display, 12MP camera with Center Stage, and high-fidelity six-speaker sound system, the Studio Display helps take Mac mini to the max. Add in convenient wireless Magic accessories like Magic Keyboard with Touch ID to complete the package.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Anyone using it with Lightroom Classic for photo editing?

A: The Apple Mac mini (M2) Is a good and efficient computer for photo editing on Lightroom Classic, though I recommend opting for at least 16GB of RAM.

Q: 2. Will this hold B&H part number APMACMINM206 ?

A: B&H part number APMACMINM206 is an Apple Mac mini (M2).

Q: 3. how fast is an 8-core measured in GHZ?

A: The Apple M2 chip has a maximum clock speed of about 3.49 GHz.

Q: 4. Is the 24Gb M2 variant enough for simple projects in Blender and Unreal Engine 5?

A: The Apple Mac mini (M2) BH #APMACMINM211 exceeds the minimum spec needed for those softwares.

Q: 5. I understand this unit only has an audio out port. How do you handle video and audio in for something like Zoom?

A: The Apple Mac mini (M2) BH #APMMM2256 has Thunderbolt ports that can be used with a variety of webcams.

Q: 6. What macOS version does the mac mini (M2) run?

A: The Apple Mac mini (M2) runs the latest version of macOS.

Q: 7. May an Apple iPad Pro 11 inch 1st generation be used as a monitor for the M2 Mac Mini?

A: An iPad Pro cannot be used as the primary display for a Mac mini, but, through Sidecar, a feature built into iPadOS 13 and later, you can use an iPad Pro as a secondary monitor.

Q: 8. Could I use my iMac late 2014 27" as a monitor for the Mac Mini? What connectors would I need?

A: No, you can not use your Late 2014 iMac as a display for the Apple Mac mini (M2).

Q: 9. how much vram has this mac?

A: Macs with Apple Silicon processors, like the Apple Mac mini (M2), utilize unified memory. Unlike traditional computers, there is no separate pool of system RAM and VRAM. The Apple M2 processor has memory configurations from 8GB to 32GB that act as both the system RAM and VRAM based on the needs of the applications you're using.

Q: 10. How long does a M2 Mac Mini with 24GB take to AI Denoise a 45MP photo in Lightroom?

A: It is not possible for us to run benchmark tests for computers under all conceivable circumstances. For specific situations such as you described, the best resource would be user benchmarks and reports from others who have purchased the Mac Mini M2 and may have attempted something similar.