Mac mini

Mac mini - Compact Apple Desktop for Home and Pro Use

The Mac mini is Apple's compact desktop, packing Apple silicon into a 5 by 5 inch aluminium body that fits on any desk. The 2026 Apple Mac mini line-up spans three chips: the everyday M6, the more powerful M5 Pro, and the value-focused M4. Whichever you choose, you get a quiet, capable Mac desktop, so it comes down to how much performance you need.

What Is the Mac mini?

The Mac mini is a small desktop computer that connects to your own display, keyboard and mouse. It brings full macOS, Apple Intelligence and Siri in a design small enough to sit under a monitor, and it is the most affordable way into a desktop Mac.

The new Mac mini range gives you a clear choice of chip. The M6 suits most people, the M5 Pro is built for demanding professional work, and the M4 remains a strong value pick.

What's New in the 2026 Mac mini?

The latest Mac mini keeps the same compact design but moves to Apple's newest chips. The M6 is the all-new base chip with a 12-core CPU and up to 4x faster AI performance, while the M5 Pro brings serious professional power with Thunderbolt 5. Both new models add faster storage, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 and 2.5Gb Ethernet as standard, along with support for multiple external displays.

Mac mini Line-up at a Glance

Mac mini M6

Mac mini M6 is the everyday all-rounder and the one most people should look at first. The Apple Mac mini M6 is built around the new M6 chip with a 12-core CPU, a 12-core GPU and a dual 16-core Neural Engine, so it handles browsing, office work, photo editing and light video with ease, and adds much faster AI performance. It comes in memory and storage options from 16GB and 256GB upward, with three Thunderbolt 4 ports, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.

Mac mini M5 Pro

Mac mini M5 Pro is the professional tier. It uses the M5 Pro chip with a 15-core CPU and 16-core GPU (configurable higher), memory up to 64GB, 307GB/s bandwidth and three Thunderbolt 5 ports. It is the pick for video editing, 3D, large code compiles and running AI models on device, without stepping up to a Mac Studio.

Mac mini M4

Apple Mac mini M4 is the previous-generation value option, still a capable everyday desktop. It has the M4 chip with a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU and starts at 16GB of memory, making it a smart choice for home, study and office use when you want a Mac desktop at the most accessible entry point.

What Is the M6 Chip in the Mac mini?

The Apple Mac mini M6 chip is a 12-core CPU with a 12-core GPU and a dual 16-core Neural Engine, delivering fast everyday performance and much quicker AI tasks than earlier models. If you want the newest chip for general use, the M6 chip is the one to pick, while the M5 Pro is the choice for sustained professional workloads.

What Are the Key Features of the Mac mini?

Across the range, the Mac mini offers:

• Apple silicon, from the value M4 to the M6 and the professional M5 Pro.
• A compact 5 by 5 inch aluminium design in Silver.
• Thunderbolt and HDMI ports, plus 2.5Gb Ethernet on the new models.
• Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, with Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 on the M6 and M5 Pro.
• Support for multiple external displays.
• macOS with Apple Intelligence and Siri.

How Is the Mac mini Designed?

Every Mac mini shares the same compact aluminium enclosure, about 5 by 5 inches and 2 inches tall, small enough to tuck under a display. Ports sit on the front and back for easy access, and the whole range comes in a Silver finish.

What Ports and Connectivity Does the Mac mini Have?

The new M6 and M5 Pro models have two USB-C ports and a headphone jack on the front, with Thunderbolt ports, HDMI and 2.5Gb Ethernet on the back, plus Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6. The M6 uses Thunderbolt 4 and the M5 Pro uses faster Thunderbolt 5, and both support multiple external displays.

What Can You Do with a Mac mini?

The Mac mini suits everything from a first home or office desktop to a professional workstation. The M4 and M6 handle browsing, office apps, study and light creative work, while the M5 Pro takes on heavier tasks such as video editing, 3D and AI. It is also a popular compact desktop for developers and home studios.

Mac mini vs MacBook vs Mac Studio

Choose the Mac mini when you want a desktop and already have, or will add, your own display. If you need portability, a MacBook is the better fit, and if your work demands the highest sustained performance, the Mac Studio is the pro workstation to consider. You can compare all Mac models to see where each one fits.

What Comes in the Mac mini Box?

The Mac mini box includes the Mac mini and a power cord. A display, keyboard and mouse are not included, so you can pair it with the setup you prefer.

What Is the Price of the Mac mini in India?

Pricing depends on the chip and configuration you choose. For the current Mac mini price in India, including the Mac mini M4 price in India, the Mac mini M6 price in India and the Mac mini M5 Pro options, please refer to the individual product listings. Imagine Online offers EMI options, along with exchange and cashback offers where applicable.

Is AppleCare+ Available for the Mac mini?

Yes. AppleCare+ can be added to eligible Mac mini purchases through Imagine Online for extended service and support. You can learn more about AppleCare+ for Mac before you buy.

Are There Student Offers on the Mac mini?

Students and teachers can check the student and teacher offers available on Mac, which can make the Mac mini an even better value for study.

What Accessories Work with the Mac mini?

The Mac mini pairs with displays, a keyboard, mouse or trackpad, plus docks, hubs and external drives. Browse Mac accessories to complete your setup.

Why Buy the Mac mini from Imagine Online?

Imagine Online is an Apple Premium Partner with Apple-trained product experts and authorised service support. Every Mac mini comes with Apple's One-Year Limited Warranty for labour and parts. You can buy online with EMI, delivery across India and store pickup, and you can find an Imagine store near you for in-store help.

To see the wider range, view all Mac models or compare all Mac models side by side. You can also shop the full Apple line-up at Imagine Online.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Mac mini

1. Which Mac mini should I buy?
   A. Choose the Mac mini M4 for value and everyday use, the Mac mini M6 as the all-round pick with the newest chip, and the Mac mini M5 Pro for demanding professional work.


2. What is the difference between the Mac mini M4 and M6?
   A. The M4 is the previous-generation value model with a 10-core CPU, while the M6 has the newer 12-core CPU and faster AI and graphics performance.


3. What is the M6 chip in the Mac mini?
   A. The M6 chip has a 12-core CPU, a 12-core GPU and a dual 16-core Neural Engine, offering fast everyday performance and quicker AI tasks.


4. Is the Mac mini good for video editing?
   A. Yes. The M6 handles light to moderate video editing, while the M5 Pro, with more cores and memory, is better suited to heavier video, 3D and creative work.


5. Does the Mac mini support multiple monitors?
   A. Yes. The Mac mini supports multiple external displays through its Thunderbolt and HDMI ports.


6. What is the difference between the Mac mini M5 Pro and Mac Studio?
   A. The Mac mini M5 Pro is a compact desktop for demanding pro work, while the Mac Studio is a larger workstation with far more cores, memory and ports for the heaviest workloads.


7. Does the Mac mini come with a display, keyboard or mouse?
   A. No. The Mac mini includes the computer and a power cord, so you connect your own display, keyboard and mouse.


8. What colour is the Mac mini available in?
   A. The Mac mini range comes in a Silver finish.


9. Is AppleCare+ available for the Mac mini?
   A. Yes. AppleCare+ can be added to eligible Mac mini purchases through Imagine Online, subject to terms and availability.


10. Can I buy the Mac mini online in India?
    A. Yes. The Mac mini range is available to buy online at Imagine Online, with EMI, delivery and store pickup options.

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