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Amazon weekend sale drops M4 Mac mini to $499
Amazon has temporarily reduced the price of Apple's M4 Mac mini to $499 as part of a fresh back-to-school hardware promotion. The compact desktop with 16GB of RAM and a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU offers notable performance gains over the previous M2 model while maintaining a footprint of just five inches by five inches — ideal for dorm rooms, small home offices, and apartments.
Today’s M4 Mac mini pricing and savings
- M4 Mac mini, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD: $499 (save $100)
- M4 Mac mini, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD: $689 (save $110)
- M4 Mac mini, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD: $902.22 (save $98)
- M4 Pro Mac mini, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD: $1,255.34 (save $145)
These discounts make the M4 Mac mini one of the more compelling Mac mini deals of the week. If you prefer upgraded configurations, Apple Premier Partner Expercom is also offering savings through an activation link, with some builds reduced by as much as $329.
Product features and performance
The M4 Mac mini pairs Apple Silicon efficiency with a balanced core configuration: a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU that accelerate everyday productivity, media editing, and light creative workloads. Standard memory options include 16GB and 24GB of unified RAM, while storage starts at 256GB and scales up. Its compact aluminium chassis minimizes desk footprint while providing a full set of ports for displays and peripherals.
Advantages over previous generations
Our hands-on M4 Mac mini review awarded it 4.5 out of 5 stars, citing faster single-thread and multi-thread performance compared with the M2 Mac mini, strong power efficiency from Apple Silicon, and an attractive price-to-performance ratio at these sale prices.
Use cases and who should buy
The M4 Mac mini is well suited for students, developers, remote workers, and creatives who need a small but capable desktop. Typical use cases include software development, photo and light video editing, music production, and multi-monitor productivity setups. The M4 Pro model is a better fit for heavier creative workloads or users who need additional GPU horsepower and memory bandwidth.
Market relevance and buying advice
Apple discounts like this are timely for back-to-school shoppers and anyone looking to upgrade to Apple Silicon. When comparing deals, check both Amazon and authorized resellers for bundled savings or education pricing. For those prioritizing long-term performance, consider stepping up to 24GB of RAM or higher SSD capacity if your workflows involve large files or virtual machines.
To compare current offers, consult our M4 Mac mini Price Guide for the week and weigh the trade-offs between price, RAM, and storage when choosing the right Mac mini configuration.
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