Desktop Apple Mac mini (M4 Pro)
Storm Score 90 out of 100
Reviews 4 published
Outlets 4 publications
Top Outlet Digital Trends highest score
% Positive 100% acclaim+

Critics' Consensus

“Critics praise the Apple Mac mini (M4 Pro) for its smart redesign and strong value, yet fault Apple’s predatory upgrade pricing.”

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Acclaim 90 / 100
Tier Distribution 4 reviews total
75%
25%
0%
Universal Acclaim (90–100): 3 reviews
Critically Acclaimed (70–89): 1 reviews
Mixed Reception (<70): 0 reviews

Critical Assessment

What Critics Praise

  • Great performance
  • Tiny and quiet
  • Decent selection of ports
  • Incredible value for the price
  • Incredibly fast M4 Pro chip
  • Standard 16 GB RAM

Points of Contention

  • Crazy upgrade prices
  • Awkward power button placement
  • No SD card slot
  • Spec upgrades are pricey
  • Fan can get loud

Professional Reviews

4 reviews from 4 critics
100
Chris Hagan
Digital Trends

“The Mac mini (M4 Pro) finally got the update it always deserved.”

Perfect 5/5
90
Devindra Hardawar
Engadget

“Once again, the Mac mini redefines what a desktop can be.”

Perfect 90/100
90
Joe Osborne
PCMag

“the 2024 Mac mini is not only Apple's best compact Mac to date but the best mini desktop, period.”

Perfect 4.5/5
80
Jason Cross
MacWorld

“But that all turns sour the moment you run into Apple’s predatory upgrade pricing.”

Acclaimed 4/5

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