Apple Mac mini M6: New Chip, Higher Price
Apple's updated Mac mini features the new M6 chip but comes with a significant price increase. The base model now starts at $899.
Apple has released an updated version of its Mac mini desktop computer, now equipped with the new M6 chip. The refresh follows Apple's typical pattern of updating internal components while keeping the external design consistent.
However, unlike previous iterations, the new Mac mini does not maintain its previous price point. The base model now starts at $899, a $300 increase from the $599 M4 Mac mini released in 2024, which offered the same memory and storage configurations.
This price adjustment is attributed to anticipated market changes, specifically an expected memory crunch in 2026. The higher starting price reflects these market dynamics and Apple's decision to configure the base model with 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.
The new M6 chip is expected to deliver performance improvements, but consumers will need to weigh these gains against the substantially higher cost. The overall value of the upgrade will depend on individual user needs and how critical the increased power and memory are for their daily tasks.