AI BriefingApple Unveils New Mac mini with Completely Redesigned M6 and M5 Pro Chips
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Apple has unveiled a new Mac mini equipped with M6 and M5 Pro chips, significantly enhancing AI and graphics performance.
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On August 25, 2026, Apple unveiled a new Mac mini equipped with completely new M6 and M5 Pro chips. This new product delivers up to 4x improved AI performance and 2x faster graphics and storage speeds in an ultra-compact form factor.
The model equipped with the M6 chip features a 12-core CPU and a 12-core GPU with Neural Accelerators, improving AI performance by up to 4x and graphics performance by 2x compared to the previous generation. It also supports a dual 16-core Neural Engine and up to 32GB of unified memory, optimizing it for running on-device AI models and handling agentic AI workflows.
The model equipped with the M5 Pro chip features up to an 18-core CPU and a 20-core GPU to handle high-spec professional workloads such as video production and game development. Both models come standard with Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and 2.5Gb Ethernet, and also offer a 10Gb Ethernet option. The new Mac mini will go on sale starting September 22.
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