APPLE MAC MINI 2018 16GB RAM UPGRADE
The same RAM upgrade is now $138, and an eGPU enclosure is roughly $300, bringing our interim total to $2,037 without the GPU. Also, I violated my warranty by opening up the Mac to add RAM.Īlthough all the same parts aren't available, an identically-equipped Mac mini can be bought from for $1,599.
APPLE MAC MINI 2018 16GB RAM PRO
In 2018, when the Mac mini was redesigned with the capacity for a generous amount of RAM and ports, I chose to buy it instead of waiting for the expected upcoming Mac Pro ( and wrote about why). When the trash can Mac Pro came out in 2013, I chose a fully-equipped iMac instead ( and wrote about why). While I've always wanted a Mac Pro for bragging rights, it never really fit my usage profile. The fully-equipped model is priced just a bit higher than a base Mac Pro yet has the power to rival a Mac Pro configuration costing six times more. The base model outperforms the Mac Pro yet is priced like a well-equipped Mac mini. The introduction of the Mac Studio changes the calculus of buying desktop Macs. The Mac Studio has clean lines, a built-in GPU, and front ports. If you see inaccuracies in our content, please report the mistake via this form. If we have made an error or published misleading information, we will correct or clarify the article. Our editors thoroughly review and fact-check every article to ensure that our content meets the highest standards. Our goal is to deliver the most accurate information and the most knowledgeable advice possible in order to help you make smarter buying decisions on tech gear and a wide array of products and services. ZDNet's editorial team writes on behalf of you, our reader. Indeed, we follow strict guidelines that ensure our editorial content is never influenced by advertisers. Neither ZDNet nor the author are compensated for these independent reviews. This helps support our work, but does not affect what we cover or how, and it does not affect the price you pay. When you click through from our site to a retailer and buy a product or service, we may earn affiliate commissions.
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