The Mac Mini is a product that has the same functions as a regular PC even in a small size. This model measures 12.7cm in both width and height and fits in one hand. In particular, this product is equipped with Apple's latest chip M4. Apple explained that it shows CPU (central processing unit) performance that is up to 1.8 times faster than the Mac mini equipped with the M1 chip, and GPU (graphics processing unit) performance that is up to 2.2 times faster.
This Mac mini supports ray tracing for the first time. Ray tracing is a rendering technique that implements graphic effects in real time through ray tracing. It creates realistic scenes in games that require rapid graphic changes.
On the front of the product, there are two USB-C ports and a 3.5mm audio jack. There are three Ethernet, HDMI, and USB-C/Thunderbolt ports on the back. In particular, the M4 Pro provides the latest Thunderbolt 5 speed.
The M4 is equipped with 16 gigabytes (GB) of RAM, but can be expanded up to 32 GB. For M4 Pro, it can be expanded up to 64GB. The storage capacity is 8 terabytes (TB).
Prices start at $599 (about 826,200 won) for the M4 model and $1,399 (about 1.93 million won) for the M4 Pro model. This Mac Mini is only available for pre-order in select countries and regions, and store sales begin on November 8. The domestic release schedule has not yet been announced.
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