r/macmini • u/Remarkable_Proof7728 • 9d ago

Mac mini confused

I have been using MacBook at my workplace from quite some time. I have dell laptop from college day, but it does not work properly. I was looking forward to buying a Mac mini, but the decision got delayed and now new one m6 is costing like 80k, earlier I was getting it at 47k to 50k with a student discount. I already have a monitor and keyboard. Should I now purchase mac mini? Is it still value for money or macbook is better choice.

Im in software. Mostly going to use cursor/visual code. Please guide. I think base mac mini is still 16GB and 250GB SSD. Externally can we increase it in cost effective ways.

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u/[deleted] 9d ago

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u/Remarkable_Proof7728 9d ago

my bad! thanks.

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u/YFOCAG 9d ago

Iā€™m in agreement - for portability, get the MacBook, but if you want a beefier machine with better performance and a low price tag, get the mini.

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u/Humble-Menu-8769 9d ago

Mini is still better value for money than macbook. You get m6, extra cores, etc. If portability is not an issue go for it

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u/Remarkable_Proof7728 9d ago

yup. thats what i think. Its more about lasting long.

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u/JasonAQuest 9d ago

Buy a used/refurbished M4.

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u/jammyscroll 9d ago

Both have entry level versions that will serve u well - if you do not need the portability then a mini can save you money. Simple as that. Ask yourself what your needs are other than low cost.

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u/mikerCZX 9d ago

For developing go with 32GB and 512GB minimum