The EUR 772 Mac mini is the headline of Apple’s latest desktop refresh, and the shift from the outgoing M4 model to the new M6 version brings meaningful changes across Apple’s compact desktop lineup. The updated pricing and chip generation position the Mac mini as a central talking point for anyone weighing an upgrade in 2026.
M4 vs. M6 Mac mini
Comparisons between the previous M4 Mac mini and the new M6 Mac mini highlight the generational jump buyers can expect. The M6 model steps in as the current entry point at EUR 772, while the outgoing M4 configuration sets the baseline for evaluating performance and value differences between the two.
Alongside the standard model, Apple has introduced an M5 Pro Mac mini, expanding the compact desktop options for users who need more power than the base configuration provides without moving up to a larger machine.
Mac Studio Gains M5 Max and M5 Ultra
At the higher end, Apple’s new Mac Studio desktops arrive equipped with M5 Max and M5 Ultra system-on-chip options. These configurations target creative professionals and power users who require substantially more capability than the Mac mini range delivers, rounding out Apple’s desktop offerings for demanding workflows.
The updated Mac mini and Mac Studio lineup together reflect a broad refresh of Apple’s desktop computers, giving buyers a wider spread of chips and price points to choose from depending on their performance needs.
Apple’s ‘Surprise and Shine’ iPhone Event
Beyond the desktops, attention is turning to Apple’s upcoming ‘Surprise and Shine’ iPhone event. The event is expected to bring the company’s next iPhone announcements, adding to a busy period for Apple hardware following the desktop updates.
With the Mac mini now starting at EUR 772 on the M6 chip, an expanded Mac Studio lineup carrying M5 Max and M5 Ultra silicon, and a new iPhone event on the horizon, Apple’s product roadmap for 2026 spans both its desktop computers and its flagship smartphone line.
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