The M6 Mac mini delivers a faster chip and solid hardware, but its $899 starting price and limited storage make it a tough sell for Apple Intelligence and heavy app use. Longtime Mac mini fans will appreciate the familiar compact design, now with the new M6 chip — Apple's first 2-nanometer desktop processor. The base model features a 12-core CPU and 12-core GPU, offering a notable performance leap over the M4.
However, the lack of upgradeable storage at the entry level is a major drawback. The design remains unchanged from the M4 version, including the awkwardly placed power button under the back corner. For users who don’t shut down daily, this is a minor issue.
Overall, the M6 Mac mini is powerful but hampered by insufficient base storage for modern workflows.
Source: AppleInsider · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing