While existing M1 Mac mini users might not see much point in upgrading to the M2 Mac mini, those looking for a more powerful mini PC can consider switching to the M2 Pro model. However, the M2 Pro Mac mini starts at a more expensive price tag of $1,299 as a result of its more powerful chipset and additional RAM and storage. You cannot upgrade the INTERNAL storage of a new Mac mini, but you certainly can add to it externally via Thunderbolt 3, like a nice SSD, or via USB-C. Based on these factors, it is no surprise that Apple has already discontinued the M1 Mac mini. It starts at $599 ( students can get it for just $499), compared to the M1 model which had a launch price of $699. The M2 Mac mini is not only more powerful than the M1 Mac mini, but it has also been launched for an even cheaper price. With the newer Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 technology of the M2 and M2 Pro Mac mini models, users should experience better connectivity than the M1 Mac mini which has Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0. Users can also connect a single display with an 8K resolution at 60Hz, a first for the Mac, or even 4K at 240Hz. For the M2 Pro model, there is support for up to three displays.

The M1 Mac mini also supports up to two displays, but the second display peaks at 4K 60Hz and must be connected over HDMI. With the new M2 Mac mini, users will be able to connect up to two displays – one display with up to a 6K resolution at 60Hz over Thunderbolt and a second display with up to 5K resolution at 60Hz over Thunderbolt or 4K resolution over HDMI.

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