Apple Mac Mini Gets M6 Chip Upgrade but Comes at a Higher Price

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Apple has updated the Mac Mini with its new M6 chip, making it the first Mac to feature the latest silicon. The M6 offers more cores and a greater variety of core types compared to the outgoing M4 model. The compact desktop, redesigned in 2024, measures just 0.82 litres and can be mounted behind a monitor or under a desk. Despite its small footprint, the machine retains multiple high-speed ports, including a front-facing headphone jack. However, the performance upgrades come with a steeper price tag than its predecessor.

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