The M4 Pro Mac mini, released in 2024, features Apple’s M4 Pro chip, delivering 273 GB/s memory bandwidth and a 12-core CPU with 6 performance cores and 6 efficiency cores, along with a 16-core GPU for enhanced graphics performance.
This makes it ideal for demanding tasks such as video editing, 3D rendering, and software development, while maintaining the compact and efficient Mac mini form factor that offers versatile connectivity options, including Thunderbolt 4, HDMI, and high-speed networking, making it a powerful yet cost-effective desktop solution for professionals.
Checkout a great YouTube comparison between the M4 Pro and the Mac Studio M4 Max base with real world apps like Lightroom.
Pro Performance Across Generations
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| Manufacturer Part Number | Mac16,11 |
|---|---|
| Year | 2024 |
| MSRP ($) | $1,399 |
| CPU/SOC Family | M4 |
| CPU/SOC Variant | Pro |
| Total CPU Cores | 12 |
| Total GPU Cores | 16 |
| Memory Bandwidth (GB/s) | 273 |
| Geekbench Single Core | 3,828 |
| Geekbench Multi Core | 20,194 |
| Geekbench Metal GPU | 97,272 (Normalized: 13,325) |
| Normalized Combined Geekbench Score | 37,347 |
| Bang for Buck | 26.70 |
| Bang for Buck Grade | A |
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