Apple Mac mini 2018 MRTT2

Welcome to macOS

Mac mini was originally conceived as an easy way to switch from Windows to Mac. He took out the keyboard and mouse, switched the monitor from the Mac mini and that's it. This is the most affordable way to experience the Apple ecosystem. At least that was the case until the iPad came along.

Six-core Core i5

The new 2018 Mac mini has moved away from this concept of a simple and inexpensive device, becoming noticeably more powerful than previous generations. It is equipped with a powerful six-core Core i5 processor (maximum frequency 4.1 GHz), 8 GB of RAM with the possibility of expansion through an additional slot, a 256 GB SSD drive and an integrated Intel Graphics 630 graphics card.

USB-C and Thunderbolt

At the same time, the Mac mini 2018 has one of the coolest sets of connections, which is quite unusual for Apple. On the back panel you can find four Thunderbolt USB-C, two USB 3.0, one HDMI and Ethernet. There is even a headphone jack, although it is inconvenient to use it — if the computer is not in the very centre of the table, then you need a rather long wire. Separately, it is worth noting that the computer can connect up to three 4K monitors or one 5K and one 4K monitor.

Issue price

Disadvantages here, like all Apple technology, although not in such quantities. The first is the inability to replace some components when there is a desire to upgrade. You can only add an RAM. And then only in the service centre of the company. The second nuance is the price of a little more than $ 1,000. Considering that this is actually a set of hardware, sealed in a nice aluminium box, and there are no Apple branded items (Retina display, Touch Bar, etc.), it all looks a bit expensive. Although, it is still the most affordable computer from Apple.