Apple Mac Mini M2 (2023)

35 reviews

Dec, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 35 reviews of Apple Mac Mini M2 (2023). The average rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Desktops for all reviews. Reviewers really like the size and reliability. The design and price are also appreciated, but opinions are divided on the usability.

price, design, reliability, size

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Desktops the Apple Mac Mini M2 (2023) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 96/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : Luke Larsen (digitaltrends.com)

Apple Mac mini (M2 Pro) review: the best mini computer ever

The M2 Pro makes the updated Mac mini the best compact computer ever made. And it's a fantastic value too.

Still very compact M2 Pro boosts the graphics Lots of storage options Stays amazingly quiet and cool Fantastic port selection Very affordable base configuration

Base configuration has slower SSD Not user upgradable

“The M2 Pro helps the Mac mini redefine compact computers.”

Feb, 2023

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Expert review by : Brian Westover (pcmag.com)

Apple Mac mini (2023, M2 Pro) Review

Classic Mac mini design ; Snappy performance in either configuration ; Extra Thunderbolt ports with M2 Pro model ; M2 Pro adds peak 8K-resolution, 240Hz-refresh-rate display options

Memory and storage are not upgradable (and upticks at time of purchase are pricey) ; True value pricing only on lowest-end model ; No accessories or peripherals included

With a new low price for the base model, and two peppy processor options, Apple's Mac mini offers a huge upgrade in capability while looking the same as ever. (Some good things don't need to change.)

Jan, 2023

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Expert review by : Dan Ackerman (cnet.com)

Apple M2 Mac Mini 2023 Review: M2 and M2 Pro Chips Boost This Tiny Desktop

Better performance keeps the Mac Mini a top pick for podcasters and content creators.

Low starting price ; Wide range of configuration options ; Adds Wi-Fi 6E

Least expensive model has fewer ports, small storage ; RAM can only go up to 32GB ; Some component upgrades feel pricey

Jan, 2023

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Expert review by (laptopmag.com)

Mac Mini M2 (2023) review: A small box with few compromises

The Mac Mini M2 offers compact, affordable power

Great performance ; Sleek, compact design ; Affordabl

Can't upgrade or repair unit yourself

The Mac Mini M2 offers great performance in a compact shell with a nice amount of ports.

Jan, 2023

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Expert review by : Michael Gariffo (zdnet.com)

Apple M2 Mac Mini review: Faster, cheaper, better

Apple's long-awaited addition of second-generation M2 chips to its Mac Mini line, along with a $100 price drop, makes a solid case for this new model being the computer to buy.

The below image best sums up why the M2 Mac Mini is such an easy recommendation. In the background is a "small form factor" PC I built myself a couple of years ago. In the foreground is the M2 Mac Mini. The PC I built cost around $1,500 at the time,...

Feb, 2023

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Expert review by : Mike Wuerthele (appleinsider.com)

Mac Pro M2 review - Buy the Mac Studio instead

Apple has finally introduced its Apple Silicon Mac Pro. It is still a performance powerhouse, but most "Pro" users should get a Mac Studio instead.

Jul, 2023

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Expert review by : Fabien Röhlinger (androidpit.com)

Apple Mac Mini M2 Pro: Much More Power for Less Money

Mac Mini M2 Pro in the NextPit full review: Impressive performance, energy efficiency, and even cheaper in price.

Excellent price-performance ratio ; Chic design ; Impressive computing power that can also cope with more demanding tasks, such as image and video editing ; Sufficient connections ; Can be used with up to three external monitors

Pairing Bluetooth keyboard and mouse only works easily with Apple's own products. ; Ports are all on the rear side, which can sometimes be annoying in handling

The new Mac Mini M2 is the perfect entry into the Mac world. It is not only the cheapest Apple model, but it is also incredibly powerful. The Mac Mini M2 Pro costs more than twice as much. But since this variant is primarily aimed at people who demand...

May, 2023

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Expert review by : Andrew O'Hara (appleinsider.com)

M2 Pro Mac mini Review - 2023 Apple Desktop Put to the Test

Hands-on review of the M2 Pro Mac mini Apple desktop computer. Benchmarks & performance analysis to determine if the 2023 Mac is the one to buy.

Feb, 2023

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Apple Mac Mini M2 Pro (2023) review

It might look the same, but underneath it all Apple's new Pro mini PC is an entirely different beast

Jan, 2023

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Expert review by : Kerrie Hughes (creativebloq.com)

Mac mini (M2 Pro, 2023) review: small but very, very mighty

The new Mac mini gives you unbelievable power, at an even more unbelievable price.

Blisteringly-fast performance ; Great value ; Classic design

Still can’t use eGPUs

Packing an incredible amount of power, at a brilliant price, the new Mac mini (M2, 2023) remains one of, if not the, best small form factor PCs money can buy.

Jan, 2023