80
Brandon Hill
Tom's Hardware
The new Mac mini delivers strong performance upgrades while its price jump erodes the value proposition. Its compact design and ample ports are offset by a higher cost and minor usability quirks.
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Minimalist design
- Small footprint
- Decent port selection
- 2.5 GbE upgradeable to 10 GbE
- Wi‑Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 support
Points of Contention
- High price hike
- No USB‑A ports
- Power button location inconvenient
- No internal upgrades after purchase
Professional Reviews
1 review from 1 critic
