Apple Mac Mini 2024 (M4 Pro)

Name: Apple Mac Mini 2024 (M4 Pro)
Brand: Apple
SKU: 2428

Manufacturer: Apple

The Apple Mac Mini 2024 (M4 Pro) is a desktop Mini PC that packs a notable amount of processing and storage capability into a compact 127 × 127 × 50 mm enclosure weighing just 730 g. Running on a chip built on a 3 nm semiconductor process, the system integrates CPU and GPU functions within a single unified architecture, supporting up to three external displays simultaneously through its combination of HDMI and Thunderbolt ports.

On the memory and storage side, the machine ships with 64 GB of DDR5 RAM clocked at up to 6400 MHz alongside an 8 TB NVMe SSD, while the GPU side of the chip delivers a maximum memory bandwidth of 273 GB/s and houses 28 billion transistors. Connectivity options include three Thunderbolt 4 ports, two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C ports, one HDMI output with DisplayPort 2.1 support, a single RJ45 Ethernet port, a 3.5 mm audio jack, Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.3. Geekbench 6 results show a multi-core score of 22,285 and a single-core score of 3,844, with the processor using big.LITTLE heterogeneous multi-processing across its 14 threads.

Pros

The 8 TB NVMe SSD provides substantial local storage capacity within a very compact enclosure
Three Thunderbolt 4 ports allow simultaneous connection of multiple high-bandwidth peripherals and displays
Support for up to three external displays makes it well suited for multi-monitor desktop setups
The 127 x 127 x 50 mm footprint and 730 g weight make it easy to place in tight spaces or mount discreetly
Wi-Fi 6E support enables connection to the latest wireless networks for faster and less congested wireless throughput
64 GB of DDR5 RAM running at up to 6400 MHz gives the unit headroom for memory-intensive workloads

Cons

No USB-A ports of any kind means users with legacy USB-A peripherals will need adapters
ECC memory is not supported, which rules out use cases where memory error correction is a requirement
There is only a single HDMI port with no dedicated DisplayPort output, limiting direct display connection options
No S/PDIF output is available for users who rely on digital optical audio connections

Who is this for?

This Mini PC is well suited to users who need a capable desktop workstation in a minimal footprint — particularly those working with memory-intensive or multi-threaded tasks such as video editing, software development, or data processing, given the 64 GB of DDR5 RAM and 14-thread CPU configuration. The three Thunderbolt 4 ports and support for up to three simultaneous displays make it a practical choice for professionals running multi-monitor setups, while the 8 TB NVMe SSD accommodates users who manage large local libraries of files, projects, or media. Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 also make it a reasonable fit for modern, cable-light desk environments.

Who is this NOT for?

Users who rely on legacy USB-A peripherals will find the complete absence of USB-A ports a significant inconvenience without additional adapters or a hub. The lack of ECC memory support makes this unit a poor fit for mission-critical or error-sensitive computing environments such as scientific computation or financial data processing where memory integrity is essential. Additionally, users who require digital optical audio output via S/PDIF, or those who need a VGA connection for older display hardware, will find this machine lacking the necessary ports for those workflows.

General info:

SSD storage capacity	8000GB
Is an NVMe SSD	✓
thickness	127 mm
height	50 mm
width	127 mm
weight	730 g
volume	806.45 cm³

The Mac Mini 2024 M4 Pro has a square footprint measuring 127 mm on each side and stands 50 mm tall, resulting in a total volume of 806.45 cm³ and a weight of just 730 g. Storage is handled by an 8 TB NVMe SSD, offering both substantial capacity and fast transfer speeds inherent to the NVMe interface. The overall form factor keeps the unit compact enough to sit unobtrusively on a desk while still accommodating the hardware within.

CPU:

CPU speed	10 x 4.05 & 4 x 2.75 GHz
CPU threads	14 threads
Has integrated graphics	✓
Supports 64-bit	✓

The processor runs across 14 threads with a configuration of 10 cores clocked at 4.05 GHz and 4 cores at 2.75 GHz, allowing the chip to distribute workloads across cores of different speeds. It supports 64-bit computing and includes integrated graphics, meaning no discrete GPU is required for display output.

Graphics card:

maximum memory bandwidth	273 GB/s
semiconductor size	3 nm
supported displays	3
number of transistors	28000 million

The integrated graphics solution is built on a 3 nm semiconductor process and contains 28,000 million transistors, with a maximum memory bandwidth of 273 GB/s available to the GPU. It supports simultaneous output to up to 3 external displays, making multi-monitor setups possible without additional hardware.

Memory:

RAM	64GB
DDR memory version	5

The system is equipped with 64 GB of DDR5 RAM, the fifth generation of the DDR memory standard, which brings higher data transfer rates and improved efficiency compared to its predecessors. This memory configuration represents the full capacity available in this unit.

Connectivity:

Wi-Fi version	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
supports Wi-Fi	✓
Has Bluetooth	✓
Bluetooth version	5.3
USB 2.0 ports	0
USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (USB-A)	0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (USB-A)	0
USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (USB-C)	2
USB 4 40Gbps ports	0
USB 4 20Gbps ports	0
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 ports	0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (USB-C)	0
Thunderbolt 4 ports	3
Thunderbolt 3 ports	0
DisplayPort version	DisplayPort 2.1
DisplayPort outputs	0
HDMI ports	1
RJ45 ports	1
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack	✓
has a VGA connector	✕
Has S/PDIF Out port	✕

Wireless connectivity covers Wi-Fi 4, 5, 6, and 6E alongside Bluetooth 5.3, giving the unit a broad range of wireless options. On the wired side, the port selection includes three Thunderbolt 4 ports and two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C ports, while there are no USB-A ports of any kind. Video output is handled by a single HDMI port with DisplayPort 2.1 support; there are no dedicated DisplayPort outputs, and neither a VGA connector nor an S/PDIF port is present. Rounding out the physical connections are one RJ45 Ethernet port and a 3.5 mm headset jack.

Benchmarks:

Geekbench 6 result (multi)	22285
Geekbench 6 result (single)	3844

In Geekbench 6 testing, the processor achieves a multi-core score of 22,285 and a single-core score of 3,844, reflecting the chip's capacity to handle both parallelized workloads across its full thread count and single-threaded tasks that depend on per-core speed.

Miscellaneous:

maximum memory amount	64GB
Type	Laptop, Desktop
Supports ECC memory	✕
Uses HMP	✓
Has TrustZone	✓
Has NX bit	✓
Uses big.LITTLE technology	✓
RAM speed (max)	6400 MHz

The chip is classified for use in both laptop and desktop form factors, and supports RAM at speeds of up to 6400 MHz with a maximum capacity of 64 GB, though ECC memory is not supported. It employs big.LITTLE technology alongside Heterogeneous Multi-Processing (HMP), allowing the processor to assign tasks across cores of different performance levels simultaneously. On the security side, the chip includes TrustZone and the NX bit, which provide hardware-level isolation and memory protection capabilities respectively.

Final Verdict

The Apple Mac Mini 2024 M4 Pro is a well-specified compact desktop that brings together a high thread-count processor, 64 GB of DDR5 RAM, and an 8 TB NVMe SSD in an enclosure small enough to sit unobtrusively on virtually any desk. Its three Thunderbolt 4 ports and tri-display support make it a genuinely practical workstation for professionals who need both peripheral flexibility and screen real estate without the bulk of a tower. Connectivity gaps — most notably the absence of USB-A ports and ECC memory support — mean it is not a universal fit, but for users whose workflows align with its strengths, the Mac Mini 2024 M4 Pro represents a coherent, space-efficient desktop solution with few compromises where it counts most.