Mac mini M6 review: truly mighty but now more pricey
Apple has released the Mac mini M6, a compact desktop computer featuring the company's latest M6 chip that offers significant speed improvements over its predecessor. Despite its enhanced performance and small form factor, the device is no longer considered a bargain due to a substantial price increase driven by rising memory costs. The new model runs macOS 27 Golden Gate, which introduces a revamped Siri AI assistant and improved Apple Intelligence features for better productivity.
- ▪The starting price of the Mac mini M6 has increased to £899 from the previous £599 due to global memory cost inflation.
- ▪The device measures 12.7cm square and 5cm thick, making it small enough to mount behind a monitor.
- ▪The M6 chip delivers approximately 25% faster performance compared to the previous generation M4 model.
- ▪The system includes three Thunderbolt 4 ports, a 2.5Gb ethernet socket, and an HDMI 2.1 port on the rear.
- ▪macOS 27 Golden Gate features a new Siri AI app that can read screen content to perform tasks like tracking parcels.
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The Mac mini M6 is a palm-sized powerhouse of a computer. Photograph: Samuel Gibbs/The GuardianView image in fullscreenThe Mac mini M6 is a palm-sized powerhouse of a computer. Photograph: Samuel Gibbs/The GuardianGuardian journalism is independent. We earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more.AppleReviewMac mini M6 review: truly mighty but now more priceyApple’s cheapest desktop computer is no longer a bargain but its newest, fastest chip makes it a pocket powerhouseSamuel Gibbs Consumer technology editorTue 29 Sep 2026 02.00 EDTLast modified on Tue 29 Sep 2026 02.02 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleApple’s latest Mac mini brings real speed and power for far more than everyday tasks in a practically pocketable form you can fit almost anywhere.The…
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