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CNET
15-07-2025
- Business
- CNET
The M4 Mac Mini Offers the Best Value I've Seen From an Apple Product, and It's $60 Off
I bought the M4 Mac Mini after reading CNET laptop expert Joshua Goldman's review of the tiny machine. I was looking for a computer that would increase my productivity and better organize my workflow. Since then, I've found it to be the best value for money among Apple's lineup. For less than $600, you can get a more powerful computer than the $999 MacBook Air. The M4 Mac Mini, Apple's smallest computer, is an easy recommendation for me since it's one of CNET's picks for the best desktop computers of 2025. It's also our go-to for the best cheap desktop alternative to a MacBook or iMac. Even better, it's now selling at Amazon for $60 off, which brings the price down to $539. That's a fantastic deal for work-from-home employees and creatives. The M4 Mac Mini has been my best tech investment this year The M4 Mac Mini plus Apple's current crop of USB-C Magic accessories make for a really nice portable computing solution. Add a portable monitor and you're set. Josh Goldman/CNET I've been joyfully surprised by the M4 Mac Mini's value proposition and how wonderful it's been for me to work from a desk. As a freelance remote worker, I travel for at least 10 days every month, so I need a portable computer. Based on my lifestyle, I should be recommending the M4 MacBook Air. But it's the remaining 20 days of the month that I need to work harder than usual to put together new pitches, deliver approved stories, sort admin tasks, conduct research and more. All this requires immense organization and productivity, and the M4 Mac Mini has helped make my life easier. This smallest of Apple's computers doesn't compromise on power. It features a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU, 16GB of unified memory and a 256GB solid-state drive for storage. It's very powerful for a $599 machine and a bargain at $500. You likely won't be able to find similar reliability and power on a Windows machine for $500. I've tried and failed. And no, I'm not forgetting that the Mac Mini doesn't come with a display or a mouse and keyboard. I paired my M4 Mac Mini with a 27-inch LG UltraGear monitor (currently down to $249) and a Logitech mouse and keyboard combo -- all for under $200. The UltraGear's big screen is quite useful for research and multitasking, as well as watching movies. The M4 Mac Mini can be equally excellent for both home office and content creation needs. As CNET's Goldman wrote in his review, "The Mini can fit in your hand and be everything from an everyday home office computer to a full-on professional content-creation machine -- and an easily portable one at that -- with support for up to three 6K-resolution displays." My buying recommendation The M4 Mac Mini was launched in November 2024, and it's now available at a $60 discount, which is not the lowest price we've seen but a decent discount nevertheless. The small Apple computer offers a superb value proposition for remote workers and content creators alike. If you've been on the fence about getting a PC for home, like me, I'd say pick up a M4 Mac Mini and see the difference for yourself. Want to check out the competition? We've rounded up the best desktop computer deals from the likes of HP, Lenovo, Dell and, naturally, Apple. And if this desktop doesn't suit your taste, you can check out the best laptop deals.
CNET
12-07-2025
- Business
- CNET
Last Chance Prime Day Deal: The M4 Mac Mini Is the Best Value I've Found From Apple, and It's $100 Off
I bought the M4 Mac Mini last month after reading CNET laptop expert Joshua Goldman's review of the tiny machine. I was looking for a computer that would increase my productivity and better organize my workflow. During four weeks of use, I've found it to be the best value for money among Apple's lineup. For less than $600, you can get a more powerful computer than the $999 MacBook Air. Even better, it's now selling for $100 off for Amazon Prime Day. As a result, you can buy an M4 Mac Mini for as low as $500. That's a fantastic deal for work-from-home employees and creatives, but you'll need move quickly, since this deal is likely to disappear when Prime Day wraps up. The M4 Mac Mini, Apple's smallest computer, is an easy recommendation for me since it's one of CNET's picks for the best desktop computers of 2025. It's also our go-to for the best cheap desktop alternative to a MacBook or iMac. On Amazon, it's currently discounted by 9%, and Prime members can get an additional $46 off when they apply the on-page coupon. That's close to the lowest price we've seen on this powerful computer. The M4 Mac Mini has been my best tech investment this year The M4 Mac Mini plus Apple's current crop of USB-C Magic accessories make for a really nice portable computing solution. Add a portable monitor and you're set. Josh Goldman/CNET I've been joyfully surprised by the M4 Mac Mini's value proposition and how wonderful it's been for me to work from a desk. As a freelance remote worker, I travel for at least 10 days every month, so I need a portable computer. Based on my lifestyle, I should be recommending the M4 MacBook Air. But it's the remaining 20 days of the month that I need to work harder than usual to put together new pitches, deliver approved stories, sort admin tasks, conduct research and more. All this requires immense organization and productivity, and the M4 Mac Mini has helped make my life easier. This smallest of Apple's computers doesn't compromise on power. It features a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU, 16GB of unified memory and a 256GB solid-state drive for storage. It's very powerful for a $599 machine and a bargain at $500. You likely won't be able to find similar reliability and power on a Windows machine for $500. I've tried and failed. And no, I'm not forgetting that the Mac Mini doesn't come with a display or a mouse and keyboard. I paired my M4 Mac Mini with a 27-inch LG UltraGear monitor (currently down to $180) and a Logitech mouse and keyboard combo -- all for under $200. The UltraGear's big screen is quite useful for research and multitasking, as well as watching movies. The M4 Mac Mini can be equally excellent for both home office and content creation needs. As CNET's Goldman wrote in his review, "The Mini can fit in your hand and be everything from an everyday home office computer to a full-on professional content-creation machine -- and an easily portable one at that -- with support for up to three 6K-resolution displays." My buying recommendation The M4 Mac Mini was launched in November 2024, and it's now available at a $100 discount, which is close to the lowest price we've seen. The small Apple computer offers a superb value proposition for remote workers and content creators alike. If you've been on the fence about getting a PC for home, like me, I'd say pick up a M4 Mac Mini and see the difference for yourself. Want to check out the competition? We've rounded up the best desktop computer deals from the likes of HP, Lenovo, Dell and, naturally, Apple. And if this desktop doesn't suit your taste, you can check out the best laptop deals.
CNET
11-07-2025
- Business
- CNET
Last Chance Prime Day Deal: The M4 Mac Mini Is the Best Value I've Found From Apple and Now It's $100 Off
I bought the M4 Mac Mini last month after reading CNET laptop expert Joshua Goldman's review of the tiny machine. I was looking for a computer that would increase my productivity and better organize my workflow. During four weeks of use, I've found it to be the best value for money among Apple's lineup. For less than $600, you can get a more powerful computer than the $999 MacBook Air. Even better, it's now selling for $100 off for Amazon Prime Day. As a result, you can buy an M4 Mac Mini for as low as $500. That's a fantastic deal for work-from-home employees and creatives, but you'll need move quickly, since this deal is likely to disappear when Prime Day wraps up. The M4 Mac Mini, Apple's smallest computer, is an easy recommendation for me since it's one of CNET's picks for the best desktop computers of 2025. It's also our go-to for the best cheap desktop alternative to a MacBook or iMac. On Amazon, it's currently discounted by 9%, and Prime members can get an additional $46 off when they apply the on-page coupon. That's close to the lowest price we've seen on this powerful computer. The M4 Mac Mini has been my best tech investment this year The M4 Mac Mini plus Apple's current crop of USB-C Magic accessories make for a really nice portable computing solution. Add a portable monitor and you're set. Josh Goldman/CNET I've been joyfully surprised by the M4 Mac Mini's value proposition and how wonderful it's been for me to work from a desk. As a freelance remote worker, I travel for at least 10 days every month, so I need a portable computer. Based on my lifestyle, I should be recommending the M4 MacBook Air. But it's the remaining 20 days of the month that I need to work harder than usual to put together new pitches, deliver approved stories, sort admin tasks, conduct research and more. All this requires immense organization and productivity, and the M4 Mac Mini has helped make my life easier. This smallest of Apple's computers doesn't compromise on power. It features a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU, 16GB of unified memory and a 256GB solid-state drive for storage. It's very powerful for a $599 machine and a bargain at $500. You likely won't be able to find similar reliability and power on a Windows machine for $500. I've tried and failed. And no, I'm not forgetting that the Mac Mini doesn't come with a display or a mouse and keyboard. I paired my M4 Mac Mini with a 27-inch LG UltraGear monitor (currently down to $180) and a Logitech mouse and keyboard combo -- all for under $200. The UltraGear's big screen is quite useful for research and multitasking, as well as watching movies. The M4 Mac Mini can be equally excellent for both home office and content creation needs. As CNET's Goldman wrote in his review, "The Mini can fit in your hand and be everything from an everyday home office computer to a full-on professional content-creation machine -- and an easily portable one at that -- with support for up to three 6K-resolution displays." My buying recommendation The M4 Mac Mini was launched in November 2024, and it's now available at a $100 discount, which is close to the lowest price we've seen. The small Apple computer offers a superb value proposition for remote workers and content creators alike. If you've been on the fence about getting a PC for home, like me, I'd say pick up a M4 Mac Mini and see the difference for yourself. Want to check out the competition? We've rounded up the best desktop computer deals from the likes of HP, Lenovo, Dell and, naturally, Apple. And if this desktop doesn't suit your taste, you can check out the best laptop deals.
CNET
16-06-2025
- Business
- CNET
Don't Miss Another Chance to Score the Apple M4 Mac Mini for $100 Off
In need of a new desktop computer? Apple's smallest computer, the M4 Mac Mini, has the latest M4 processor and is discounted to just $499. That's $100 off the usual $599 asking price, which reduces the device to its lowest-ever recorded cost. Though compact, the Apple M4 Mini packs quite a punch, so it's a great option for an upgrade. There are a lot of good reasons to look for a computer upgrade right now, especially if you're one of 38% of US shoppers trying to make a big purchase ahead of the effects of any tariffs. The Mac Mini is an easy recommendation since it is found on CNET's roundup of the best desktop computers. The model is our go-to for the best cheap desktop alternative to a MacBook or iMac. The 2024 Mini has a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU, 16GB of unified memory, as well as a 256GB solid-state drive for storage. Need more storage? The 512GB model is just $719. That's a 10% price cut, a savings of $80. Better yet, the 512GB model with 24GB unified memory is at a new lowest-ever price of just $849, thanks to a $150 discount. There are plenty of options to suit your needs. Hey, did you know? CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money. "The Mini can fit in your hand and be everything from an everyday home office computer to a full-on professional content-creation machine — and an easily portable one at that — with support for up to three 6K-resolution displays," our CNET managing editor Joshua Goldman wrote in his review. "True, there's a sizable price difference between the M4 and M4 Pro Mac Mini, but even the $799 M4 model I tested is strong enough for media creation as well as Apple Intelligence, the company's suite of AI features," he added. Why this deal matters The M4 Mac Mini launched in November 2024, and now it has a nice $100 discount if you want an upgrade. It is the model's lowest price to date. If you're interested, be sure to grab one before the computer sells out or this deal expires. Want to check out the competition? We've rounded up the best desktop computer deals with the likes of HP, Lenovo, Dell and, naturally, Apple all featured. And if this desktop isn't up to your tastes, you can check out the best laptop deals.
CNET
28-05-2025
- Business
- CNET
Memorial Day Deal Still Live: Act Fast to Score the Apple M4 Mac Mini for $100 Off
Memorial Day has been over for two days but a few lingering deals are still with us that can help you save on big-ticket items. One fantastic deal that still remains is this discount on Apple's smallest computer with the latest M4 processor, the M4 Mac Mini. It'ss now going for just $499 -- $100 off the usual $599 asking price which puts it back to its lowest ever recorded price. Though compact, the Apple M4 Mini packs quite the punch and acting fast is of the essence if you're looking for a new computer upgrade. To secure this deal make sure to clip the on-page coupon. There are a lot of good reasons to look for a computer upgrade right now, especially if you're one of 38% of US shoppers trying to make a big purchase ahead of potential tariffs. This is an easy recommendation as the Mac Mini is found on CNET's best desktop computers roundup, with the model being our go-to for the best cheap desktop alternative to a MacBook or iMac. The 2024 Mini comes with a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU, 16GB of unified memory as well as a 256GB solid-state drive for storage. Need more storage? The 512GB model is down to $699 when you clip the on-page coupon. That's a 13% price cut, representing a saving of $100. Better yet, the 512GB model with 24GB unified memory is back at its lowest-ever price of $876, thanks to another $123 discount that beast this computer's previous lowest-ever price. There are plenty of options to suit your needs. Hey, did you know? CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money. "The Mini can fit in your hand and be everything from an everyday home office computer to a full-on professional content-creation machine -- and an easily portable one at that -- with support for up to three 6K-resolution displays," CNET managing editor Joshua Goldman wrote in his review. "True, there's a sizable price difference between the M4 and M4 Pro Mac Mini, but even the $799 M4 model I tested is strong enough for media creation as well as Apple Intelligence, the company's suite of AI features," he added. Why this deal matters This new computer just launched in November last year, so it's a nice $100 discount if you want an upgrade. It's actually at the lowest price to date. Memorial Day deals are technically over, so if you're interested grab one now before the product sells out or this remaining deal expires. Want to check out the competition? We've rounded up the best desktop computer deals with the likes of HP, Lenovo, Dell and, naturally, Apple all featured. And if Amazon isn't up to your tastes, you can check out the rival Walmart super savings deals for laptops and other featured tech.
