The Apple Mac mini now features Apple's pro-level M2 Pro 10-Core chip, making it suitable for anything from rich presentations to immersive gaming or more intensive tasks like editing massive images and 8K ProRes video. The Apple M2 Pro integrates the CPU, GPU, Neural Engine, I/O, and more into a single system on a chip (SoC), this time utilizing 2nd-Gen 5nm process technology. Compared to the previous generation Mac mini with M1, users will be able to transcode ProRes video in Final Cut Pro up to 4.2x faster and simultaneously play back up to five streams of 8K ProRes 422 video at 30 fps, or up to 23 streams of 4K ProRes 422 video at 30 fps. It also offers up to 2.5x graphics performance in Affinity Pro. This is possible thanks to the M2 Pro's faster next-generation CPU and GPU, higher bandwidth memory, and a more powerful media engine for improved performance and power efficiency that includes an advanced thermal system for greater sustained performance. Adding to the Mac mini's power is 32GB of RAM and, thanks to the addition of Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), wireless networking will operate at up to 2.4 Gb/s.

The 16-Core GPU delivers a sharp, clear picture, and you'll be able to output video to an external display, using the system's Thunderbolt 4 ports, which feature native DisplayPort output, or use the built-in HDMI port. This Mac mini supports up to three simultaneous displays, with two 6K 60 Hz displays via Thunderbolt and one 4K / 60 Hz display over HDMI. Or, simultaneously connect one 6K / 60 Hz and one 4K / 144 Hz display over Thunderbolt. For even greater resolution and refresh rates, this Mac mini supports on 8K / 60 Hz display or one 4K / 240 Hz display.

For storing your files, this Mac mini is equipped with a 512GB SSD. If you want to add external peripherals, four Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 ports that support bidirectional transfer speeds of up to 40 Gb/s as well as 10 Gb/s USB 3.1 Gen 2, plus charging and power for external devices. Thanks to two 5 Gb/s USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A ports, you'll still be able to connect other devices to this system. A 10 Gigabit Ethernet is built in for wired networking, or use Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) for wireless access. Bluetooth 5.3 technology will allow you to connect additional compatible peripherals, including keyboards, mice, and headsets. Sound is output using a 3.5mm headphone jack. Apple's Mac mini operates using an internal 185W power supply that runs off 100-240 VAC at 50 to 60 Hz.

This Mac comes preloaded with macOS. Updates can be downloaded for free via the Mac App Store. Please check Apple's website for upgrade eligibility. Also, please be aware that a keyboard and mouse are not included.

Apple M2 Pro 10-Core CPU    32GB Unified RAM | 512GB SSD    16-Core GPU | 16-Core Neural Engine    Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) | Bluetooth 5.3    4 x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 Ports    USB-A 3.1 Gen 1 | HDMI | 3.5mm    1 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet Port    macOS

Mac mini with M2 packs the speed you need to get more done faster. And M2 Pro takes it to a whole new level, bringing a pro chip to Mac mini for the first time. Add to that a versatile array of ports and you've got a desktop ready to flex in any setup.

The next generation of Apple silicon makes this the hardest working Mac mini Apple has ever built. From rich presentations to immersive gaming, M2 flies through work and play. And M2 Pro crushes compute-intensive tasks like editing massive images and 8K ProRes video.

With macOS, your go-to apps run lightning fast on Mac mini—from Microsoft 365 to Adobe Creative Cloud to Zoom. And over 15,000 apps and plug-ins are optimized for M2 Pro. Organize your apps and windows with Stage Manager, so you can stay focused while seamlessly moving between tasks. Dive into a multiplayer gaming session with SharePlay. Or start a to-do list on your iPhone and pick it up on Mac mini without missing a beat.

With M2 Pro 10-Core, the performance and efficiency of Apple silicon allow Mac mini to blow away desktops many times its size—all in an iconic 7.7" square frame.

Unified memory on Mac does more than traditional RAM. A single pool of high-bandwidth, low-latency memory allows Apple silicon to move data more efficiently—so everything you do is fluid.

This Mac mini comes with 512GB of all-flash storage for all your photo and video libraries, files, and apps.

M2 and macOS give Mac mini industry-leading privacy and security features beyond anything in its class, including built-in protections against malware and viruses. And the next-generation Secure Enclave helps keep your system and your data protected.

With its next-level performance, wide array of ports, and compact size, this mini desktop is perfect for an impressive range of uses—and ready to take on whatever you do.

Mac mini turns any desk into a powerful workspace. Add a display, keyboard, and mouse or trackpad, and you're ready to create, code, and collaborate.

Jump into graphics-intensive AAA games with fluid frame rates and high fidelity, all enabled by the GPU performance of M2 Pro.

Mac mini is a powerful desktop for content creation. Run more plug-ins and layer more audio tracks in Logic Pro. And edit multiple streams of 4K and 8K ProRes video in Final Cut Pro faster with the help of the high-performance media engine.

Mac mini gives you the tools you need to create powerful apps or games.

With four Thunderbolt 4 ports, two USB-A ports, HDMI, Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), and 10 Gigabit Ethernet, Mac mini connects to just about anything.

Transfer data at up to 40 Gb/s. Charge and power external devices. And expand your workspace with external displays that can output video at up to 6K resolution and 60 Hz with Thunderbolt 4. HDMI unlocks up to 8K video output.

Another first for Mac mini, Wi-Fi 6E delivers better all-around performance and up to 2.4 Gb/s of throughput for superfast file transfers or backing up to Time Machine.

With its 27" 5K Retina display, 12MP camera with Center Stage, and high-fidelity six-speaker sound system, the Studio Display helps take Mac mini to the max. Add in convenient wireless Magic accessories like Magic Keyboard with Touch ID to complete the package.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this qualify for Apple Care?

A: Yes, I have it.

Q: 2. does it have optical digital audio output via headphone jack?

A: No, the Apple Mac Mini Late 2018 has a standard analog audio 3.5mm output.

Q: 3. 16GB ram?

A: This mac mini is the 8GB model.

Q: 4. will this mini mac work with my display monitor (Intel HD Graphics 4000 1024 MB)?

A: The Mac Mini will work with any monitor given the correct cables or adapters.

Q: 5. Can this be used with (2) 4k displays?

A: Yes. The Mac Mini Late 2018, can support 2 4K displays via the Thunderbolt port.

Q: 6. Can you upgrade the RAM ?

A: Yes, the RAM on this computer is upgradable to 64GB.

Q: 7. will this work using an old Mac, (with a bad hard drive) as a display monitor?

A: This would be dependent on if the older Mac would support target display mode. This can vary on only specific iMac models introduced in 2011, 2012, 2013, and mid 2014 To use any of these iMac models as an external display: The iMac used as a display must have macOS High Sierra or earlier installed. The other Mac that you're connecting it to must have been introduced in 2019 or earlier and have macOS Catalina or earlier installed. The cable connecting the two Mac computers must be a Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 cable. 24-inch and 27-inch iMac models introduced in 2009 and 2010 To use any of these iMac models as an external display: The iMac used as a display must have macOS High Sierra or earlier installed. The other Mac that you're connecting it to must have been introduced in 2019 or earlier and have macOS Catalina or earlier installed. The cable connecting the two Mac computers must be a Mini DisplayPort cable.

Q: 8. I purchased this item. After I set it up it displays (2018) model. Was I sent the wrong item?

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