iMac M1 24" (2021) vs Mac Mini M1 - Which to Buy?
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My comparison and test between the new iMac M1 24" (2021) and M1 Mac Mini (2020).
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You've been uploading non stop these past days. Respect
and i love it haha
For me, the Mac Mini is a no-brainer since I currently am using a 2012 Mac Mini with a 1TB hard drive and 16 GB of ram. I already have a 32" Samsung Monitor, a magic keyboard, and a mouse that I love, and a pair of Bose Series III Companion speakers, so for the price of the base model 24" iMac I can upgrade the M1 Mac mine to 16 GB of ram and 1 TB of SSD.
Appreciate your videos. You may not think you’re doing a lot but hearing about new tech from perspective really helps me with purchases.
This is the first video from this channel that i watched. I have looked at the new iMac review for 3 days now and this is the best one. You have a very good analytical skills. Thanks.
You are making a wonderful effort on the channel during this time I wish you luck. Keep offering great content
I’ll go for Mc Mini for sure, it’s just best thing that you can buy rn and update your accessories every year
The mac mini is not even a desktop to me, I carry it in my backpack (along with magic keyboard and trackpad) between home and work, I just connect it to a monitor and that’s it, portable computer
That is so cool! I always take my iPad Pro everywhere I go, and having a Mac Mini to go with it would be so cool
@@GayCorvidae69 only thing to note is that it’s not that lightweight tho’ 🙏🏽
yea and carry keyboard, mouse/trackpad too ? NO THANKS HAHAHA
so you would recommend the Mac mini?
Damn I thinking of doing that too
I just wish the iMac display was bigger than 24”.
there is 27
@@dawud_hmdl I want a NEW 27
@@Dorito230 back when i posted it i forgot it was last gen sorry man
@@Dorito230 but you can run external monitors on imac with hubs/adapters
Your reviews are awesome man keep killing it
I have two choices for studio:
- Imac 5k 2017 specs I5 3.4/24Bb/1Tb = $1200
- Mac Mini 2018 specs i5 3.0/16Gb/256Gb SSD ($710) + Monitor 4k 28" ($340) + Mouse, keyboard ($50) + Speaker ($160)
So what should i go?
I mean imagine plugging in your iPad into a monitor and it runs macOS.. and switch between desktop and tablet mode just like windows...!
At this point calculators can have an m1 chip lol I dont think apple might do an ultra all in one device like that... They want to sell as much m1 as possible to lower production costs and lower prices... uhh no this is apple... maximize their earnings... If the ipod was still around they might stamp an m1 on it
Never gonna happen
@@BlackCat.Designs per unit the M1 apparently costs around $50, while an entry level Intel i3 laptop chip can cost around $200 (and the M1 outperforms it 😂)
@@MingGongcoolmango71 considering my new IMac with the M1 chip didn't work maybe apple should have spent the $200 on an intel chip for a unit that cost $1700. plus extras.
@@BlackCat.Designs irony is ipad doesn’t come with a calculator.
The video I was looking for since today’s morning
Imagine a nice vertical mouse from Apple, that would be nice to see. I personally like the Apple Magic Mouse but I do feel it can be improved or redesigned
IF you have leftover accessories M1 Mac Mini is the best bang for buck for 4 reasons:
1. Sustained CPU load for its ventilation space. Another youtuber made a comparison between the entry iMac and the mid-tier to make a point about the heat dissipation.
2. For most people the integrated ports provided will be enough. On the entry iMac one has to factor in the hub cost.
3. 1Gbps ethernet port
4. One can probably get it a refurbished, thus lowering the cost of acquisition.
Else, the iMac entry is great for its screen quality, matching peripherals and additional bonus for its aesthetic factor.
For the serious pro, 24inch probably won't cut. I work on a 4K 27inch, use Spectacle app to squeeze every screen pixel + use mission control's desktop switch and still would love a 30/32 inch monitor.
What monitor do you have on your desk when you showed the Mac Mini? Or which do you recommend for video editors needing 4K?
If you ever find out please let me know as well!!!
Me too!
I currently have a macbook pro and have a magic keyboard and a magic trackpad 2. I am looking to buy an iMac because I would need a little extra more power, with work and being a doctoral student. The new iMac seems like a really great option, but the mac mini seems like an even better one, since I already have an external monitor, a magic keyboard and a magic trackpad...thoughts?
M1 MacBook Pro, M1 Mini, and M1 iMac are all equal in performance. The only difference being RAM and SSD size.
The good thing about the Mac mini is you just upgrade the Mac mini and use it with your old monitor rather than buying a whole new device. For people on a budget, that’s great! But I would rather get the iMac.
why iMac?
I watched to learn more about the mini but ended up wanting the iMac! It's beautiful
I am still torn. I’m a photographer who primarily uses Lightroom on my 2018 MBP and I can’t use it without it sounding like it’s about to takeoff into space. If I want to run Lr or Ps and use a browser… feels like I’m running an old Dell desktop from grade school.
I’m looking to just be able to run everything smoothly and have the minor luxury of being able to listen to music at the same time. This would be my first desktop too. Any advice would be super helpful
Did you end up making a decision? I'm in the exact same position now. I've got a 2013 imac but can't update photoshop anymore due to the software model of my imac.
Thanks for taking the time to make this. I’m also a podcaster and use live and recorded video in my shows. I like the new IMac. I’m wondering as to build. Is it worth paying the $200 for the 16GB? I’m thinking of 1TB of storage because of the audio/video storage I use.
Any suggestions would be truly appreciated.
Larry
Definitely go for 16gb. Your computer will last for a long time. 1TB would be a good idea if to have extra space. Alternatively you could also get an external hard drive as well.
When in doubt, go with larger drive.
It's always better to have and not need than need and not have.
You just helped me decide to get Mac Mini to replace my 2012 MacBook instead of the new iMac. Thanks man. You have a great reviewing style! Just subbed! 🥂
Hello good day can you make a video about your Mac mini?
I mean accessories, what did you buy extra?
@@mdhasibulhossain8040 I got a M1 Mac Mini in January. I got a Logitech K380 keyboard and M590 mouse and a USB 3.0 hub. I am using my old Dell 1080p monitor with the Mac Mini. That is all I got in terms of accessories
@@srikarvundavalli5934 about your monitor, how do u fell using it? As it's 1080p compared to air's retina display!
@@mdhasibulhossain8040 The monitor is worse as compared to Apple’s retina displays. But I have been using this monitor for a while and it doesn’t really bother me as I don’t have any prior experience with a monitor better than this. Text and icons aren’t as sharp as you would want but again doesn’t bother me. It is a 1080p,22 inch monitor at 110dpi and I got it for $150 about 3 years ago. I would say a 22-24inch 1440p or 27-32 inch 4k monitor would be perfect. Anything over 160 dpi would look good for a monitor. Ideally you would have to spend about $300-$400 for a monitor that is comparable to Apple’s displays
Jeez stop uploading this frequently, you're gonna become my favorite RUclipsr or what.
If you already got a nice monitor screen then it’s really no brainer to just go for the Mac Mini unless you really like the aesthetic of the new iMac. Both of them performs pretty much the same along with the MacBook Pro and MacBook Air.
Its a really hard decision because I have a perfectly good Dell Ultrasharp USB-C QHD 25in monitor which has extra inputs on it and I already have a magic keyboard, mouse and trackpad so the Mac Mini is the most sensible choice but I always wanted a iMac and this one just looks gorgeous in all those lovely colours plus it has a webcam and mic which I don't have and the touch id keyboard.
Question I have is whether a monitor light bar like the BenQ would sit ok on the top of the iMac?
I'm on your position too.. u2515 with apple magic for my macbook.. hmmm mac mini or imac 🥲
Mini is better. You can always get a better display, better audio, better everything. iMac is what it is and in a few years you will inevitably be left behind.
@@ghost-user559 Honestly I don't think so. The most monitor look ugly. I have an Mac mini M1 and im thinking of switching to the iMac 24". For me design is really important. Don't geht me wrong, that Mac mini is epic but to find a good and also good locking monitor is near impossible
@@markusstuiber I can totally understand that. In fact just for form factor I still use the original Thunderbolt Display by Apple, because it is still gorgeous and well designed all these years later.
However there are certainly incredible curved displays, and multiple monitors make the Macmini into a complete workstation.
I would also way rather replace a 700$ Mac mini when I want to upgrade than a 1200-2500$ iMac any day.
But you are correct, as far as all in ones go, iMac is the best. I just wish they had the larger screens out.
@@ghost-user559 Thanks for your response. Man that original Thunderbolt Display was/is great. Hopefully Apple brings an alternative to the XDR Display.
Great video. I feel the iMac sound port / headjack should have been at the back, not on the side, as if you connect to a sound system, it looks messy.
they couldn't have put in on the back because the mac is too thin
I would buy a 24" iPad Pro with Magic Keyboard. I'm rocking base model M1 Mac Mini with Pro Display XDR.
I want to see the 32 iMac with a matte option but I may opt for this 24 iMac in silver since it will be massive bang for buck. I have the M1 Mac Mini right now and it is hard to beat. Incredible value.
Yea can’t wait for a 32”
Which do you like better I’m questionable on whether the monitor on the iMac is big enough for my editing
@@skylarredwood7472 if you need bigger LG and others have options, but the Apple 27 display is plenty nice for most situations. Pair it up with the Mac Studio.
The only big stop for me is the screen size. Hopefully we'll know soon when the 30" iMacs will be coming out.
Who’s to say it will be 30” and not 27”?
Apparently never, now. :(
The way I see it is if you have a good monitor already get the Mac mini, if you don’t just get the mac
I had purchased a M1 mini before the new iMac was released and now I want the iMac because of the colors
Spending double the price only for colors?
@@muath7962 high iq moves
For movie editing, Is there much of a difference with the fully loaded m1 imac vs the mac mini?
There isn't that much difference between the base model M1 Air and the Fully loaded iMac in terms of power, let alone the iMac and the Mini... You'll be fine with any of the the M1 equipped laptops or desktops.
For the sort of videos you make, you could probably manage with an 2018 iPad and be absolutely fine!
I was torn between Mac mini m1 vs MacBook m1 apple support said the Mac mini is more powerful because it's not ranned by battery
❤very professionally done video…..you get to the point no endless chit chat good job
These RUclips reviews of the M1 Mac Mini and M1 iMac are very interesting, but it seems like to many key questions are left unanswered. I currently use an aging 21" Core i5 iMac, which the M1 iMac model replaces. There is a lack of comparison between older models in terms of real-world usage and what the newer models offer (or fail to offer). (NOTE: I am also a former MacBook Pro user).
For one thing, I'm shocked that no RUclips reviewers bothered to answer some obvious questions (comparison or no): (1: Can the new Apple TouchID keyboard be paired with the M1 Mac Mini, and will TouchID work? That's a significant issue, and it's ridiculous nobody addresses it (especially when you have both computers right there. (2: If the soon-to-be-released redesigned MacBook Pros are supposed to include an SD card slot, why don't any RUclips reviewers call attention to both the M1 iMac and M1 Mac Mini lacking this port? Does Apple think everyone should throw away their SD-card-based cameras and just buy iPhones? (3: The M1 Mac Mini offers 2 USB-A ports. Why doesn't the M1 iMac offer at least one? (Apple could have built an SD card slot, a USB-A port and maybe even a USB-C port into the side of the iMac, right next to the headphone jack.)
At least one RUclips channel (Lamar MK) has shown an alternative M1 Mac Mini setup using a lesser-resolution monitor (29” LG 29WN600-W 21:9 UltraWide). This may not seem a good choice for someone who is doing video production on a daily basis, but for those of us who only work with video occasionally, the 29” LG 29WN600-W is an important sub-$250 alternative that would significantly lower the overall cost of a working M1 Mac Mini desk setup.
I believe Apple publicly stated that they have no intent to sell the TouchID KB separately at this time, making the first question moot for the most part. Would be interesting if they did though wish I could get it for my M1 MBP
I think I heard someone say that the touch ID Keyboard would pair and work with the M1 Mac Mini. Keep in mind all these are first generation products and most of the software still isn't optimized to run on them. My wife has the 2017 21.5" i5 iMac and it is plenty fast enough for what she does. I just bought the 2020 27" 6 months ago with an i7 in it. I don't intend to replace either anytime soon. Give them a few years to roll out their entire line and get the bugs worked out. If your current computer is doing what you need it to do, then why upgrade? The specs look impressive that is for sure. When I upgraded my 2013 iMac for this 2020 one. Yea is a little faster but I can't say it feels night and day faster. The biggest difference I could see was in the retina display. If you have money to burn then go ahead and upgrade every year. My 2013 iMac was still a good computer when I sold it. I sometimes use Windows in Bootcamp and I upgraded because I knew this would be the end of running Windows in bootcamp on my Mac. It is also the last iMac that will have user upgradable RAM. Most people don't do high power things like video editing or even Photoshop. Most just check emails and browse the web and these new 24" will be just fine for them. I am disappointed in the ports too. I also feel that printers and scanners still use USB-A and there should have been a couple on the new iMacs but the damn thing is so thin they probably won't fit unless they put them on the side like they did with the headphone jack. Maybe the new 30" or what ever the bigger one is will have more ports but I am not holding my breath. It appears donglegate has come to the iMac which gives me another reason to use my 2020 iMac until it totally falls apart which should be years from now
iMac easily. Not having to stress about external displays and cable management will always be better. Plus, the display technology on the iMac is amazing!
This. I bought the M1 mini and returned it to go for the iMac... performance is great but I could not get used to so many cables (coming from a late 2013 iMac).
@@juanmontero7101 The one thing that draws me towards the iMac is the simplicity. It doesn't require a tower or a multitude of cables. It's simply plug and play, simple as that!
@Hamood Alkhateeb How large of a display do you need?
love the new videos on the apple lineup recently, keep it up
I was looking into both options. This was a great video thank u. I just subscribed
Honest opinion about the Mac mini back in 2020 and I haven’t found a good monitor that works with my Mac mini so should I just trade in my Mac mini and get a iMac or?
Good question
Good video, thanks for making that.
ps.
What brand/model are those white speakers you have on your desk?
The aluminium backing will act as a cooling baffle .. dispersing heat dynamics..the fans then cool baffle..not processor or cores..as baffle cooling dynamics are improved.. improving thermal productivity loss.. 👍👍😎
The aesthetics of the previous IMACs was way better and catchy. Its good they made this thin and more powerful, but you cannot replace the apple logo with an empty space in the front. They do good business, but I do miss Apple Under Steve jobs. Leadership with Huge creativity is what a company must have.
Yes, and I also really miss Jony Ive. No one designs tech like he does. The old iMac was a beautiful piece of sculpture for one’s desk, much more creatively stimulating than a rectangle on a rectangle on a rectangle.
This is awesome. Morning Started Nice for me . Keep going
What is a brand of the monitor that you’re using with Mac mini?
Very professional video, thank you! At 14:22 it sounds like you said 47 secs on the iMac was slower than 49 seconds on the Mac Mini. Can you clarify?
Mac mini 16 Gb - 256 Go
+ Hub with 1 To ssd
+ Magic Keyboard
+ Logitech Mx master
+ AirPods
I am going for the iMac.
You can save a *LOT* of money buy buying the Mac Mini + Accessories if you already have a TV or monitor you can connect it to. 👌
I use both mac and windows. Mac mini for everyday and a windows desktop just for gaming. Best of both worlds. ipad for portability entertainment. A samsung mobile. I can experience every ecosystem.
The biggest downside with the imac is that when you replace it you replace the built-in display, webcam, and mics. You can keep those peripherals with a Mac mini upgrade
While true, that likely won't be for a long time, at which point tech will be worth updating everything again. Unless tech moves super fast in the next couple years. If you go the Mac Mini way, you may have more old peripherals to sell/trash at the end of the cycle.
@@riazali4362 mics, webcams, high-end displays and peripherals in general take much longer to become outdated compared to the computer itself. I've upgraded my computer multiple times while all of my peripherals have stayed the same
@@shanmango that’s true but the iMac is meant to be like a casual family pc which won’t need upgrading a lot as most people using it won’t care too much about the performance so people will probably keep this iMac for some time
@@rahulsurapaneni25 yeah definitely. The imac makes it extremely simple for casual users to get everything need in a single package. Different products for different target audiences
If I were buying today, I'd get the Mini. With that being said, I just setup a brand new Green iMac M1 and it is pretty tempting as well. Definitely makes my 2012 Mini and 2014 MacBook Pro feel slow in comparison.
I'm holding out to see what is announced at WWDC before I make any decisions.
😎 I’m doing the same thing. After June 7th my decision will be made. That being said, I do have a 12.9” iPad Pro on order. 😊
@@KingdomFTX What did you decide on?
What did you decide on?
May I ask what camera was used to film this video? I'm starting a financial education channel soon and am in the market for a camera with this quality and color. Thanks for the video btw, I'm still stuck on which to get, I may just get both in the end.
Great video, Justin. You got me sold on the iMac only because of the "all in one". I'll hold of till Apple is ready to announce what's next this year.
By the way, I just subscribed to your channel : )
just canceled the imac and order and going for the mini
Thank you so much this was very helpful.
Hey man what would you recommend for a beginner now getting into video editing
Keep them coming!
Problem with these reviews is they are short term review, they just look at specs and nothing else.Maybe they need to turn it on and see if it actually works.
😂😂😂
Amazing video, could you tell me the name of the monitor you use with the mac mini?
Excellent content.
Best review so far... Can you make another short comparison video for rendering temperatures ?
comprehensive and usefull
Cant wait for my silver iMac to arrive !! It was sold out everywhere !!
Very good question. How does the airflow go?
My computer has stopped working and I'm a digital artist so this is a nightmare! The computers and laptops that can handle after effects are more than my rent 😓. I'm sad, don't have the money for this, and decided to rant here for some reason.
Literally what I was deciding between you read my mind !!
If I were to buy a computer today, I would go with the iMac 24" because I only have a wired mouse and I would have to buy all that equipment separately. I mainly just use the Internet and I hear the iMac works very well for that. I also maintain a website using 2019 Visual Studio Community and if the iMac can run that then I would be all set! I have a 1080p laptop now and moving up to 4K videos would be great.
Did the I Mac get any hot/warm after extensive use for let’s say 5 hours of usage ?
Can you plug in the Mac mini into the iMac monitor? And then switch in between both of them?
Why
Justin, Did you really think it was okay to not to put the link where your hoodie is from?
I am waiting for the Monday show, but I would take the imac bc after you buy a keyboard, mouse and as good as monitor, you are going to spend more on the Mac mini
Me when i see this: YEEEEEEEEESSS ITS JUSTIN!!!!!
Which one will you recommend for music recording? I currently have an old 2019 Imac 4k is getting slow for fl studio
Hi I have a question would the M1 Mac mini (cheapest version) be faster than the iMac 21.5 in from late 2013 w/8gb ram and 1tb of storage
Superb👍👍
If I was going to by an m1 computer I would get the Mac mini with 10g Ethernet and then turn it into a server later when Apple releases a more powerful desktop. However I think I will just stick with my current 5k iMac
What monitor did you use in this video for the M1 Mac Mini?
Can you connect these two and use iMac as monitor?
I believe most people don’t want more powerful macs but cheaper macs that we can afford.
Yeah
It would be great if they release something that is not as powerful as a MacBook Air but very affordable
Something like a MacBook SE
Do you think mac mini 2021 will be resealed on wwdc
Can you say which one ist quieter ? I would just surf in the internet or watch videos on youtube (4k)
The new Mac mini moved me from Windows for the first time. It's a winner IMO.
Please compare M1 vs 2015 Macbook Pro 4K video export times, please. I would like to know how much faster I could get through my videos with the M1, Thanks!
the problem with the mini, the only good monitor on the market is the LG 5K or the Studio Display and those cost $1500+. Yeah again all DELL and LGs 4Ks sucks!!! those are not retina and all have issues.
How do you upload videos from your camera without a micro sd slot in either the iMac or Mac mini? My MacBook Pro while old has a sd slot. What is the workaround?
I have the Mac mini M1. I am selling the Mac mini, it a great mini !!!!! However, I just came from the Apple store and seeing the iMac in Green, I feel in love with it !!!
I don't know which one to get, I need something fast for short films and I want to have the option to edit feature films too. I use final cut prox but am thinking of learning davinci resolve. It seems the mac mini isn't that much faster, I'd love a comparison for video editors only, especially for those who are not super familiar with all of the functions of the parts that make the machines fast :)
Why No one Answer on this +1 can anyone help us more :) Editors need to fly with the 4K Footages guys
I would go for the Mac mini
I just want to know the model of the monitor of mac mini, Someone maybe know the model
Very informative. Thank you!
That M1 iMac 24" is dope....
Thanks very interesting, could I use my iMac I have for the screan
I wish, they say you can in target mode but I cannot get it to work
I own the M1 Mac Mini and the M1 MacBook Pro.
My 2011 27'' iMac just stopped working (display) so I was dead set on getting another 27" iMac until a video on Mac Mini M1 popped up on RUclips. After some research, I decided on the Mac Mini 16gb RAM 512GB storage. I got a Dell 27' monitor for $175, speakers and USB hub from Amazon and I'm all set. I already have a perfectly working Magic Mouse & keyboard. I ended up saving about $800? IDK, I just know its basically a bargain.
The Mac Mini is perfect for me, I mostly use it for web surfing, Netflix and listening to music - very basic. 8GB would've been sufficient but I decided to 16GB just to be on the safe side and I will probably use it until it dies.
Honestly the idea that any "normal" pro is buying an XDR and amoritising it for the birds
my only issue with the mac mini is the Bluetooth connection. i heard it messes up if you don't have an apple keyboard and apple mouse..
Thats a long time ago! It has been fixed in updates
Just trying to figure out the ports on the iMac… How do you plug Ethernet, USB’s and headphones into it? Thanks!
Ethernet plugs into the power brick, USB A needs adapters for plug-in ports type C I believe it is to A. the headphones jack in on the side. Base model lacks Ethernet as standard, the finger print reader, one GPU core, and more importantly lacks a fan on the processor side, leading the heat build-up - throttling. If you want cool and less fan noise, get the second model up and avoid the base model. The Mac Mini runs the coolest. It's a clean machine :)
@@lorenschwiderski where were you 3 weeks ago! It took me about 2 hours of research and RUclips’s to find all that out
Justin stop uploading for a day let me watch the other videos xd
Noice Video.
But is your neck ok?
You selected 1TB for iMac and 2TB for Mac mini in your price comparison. 😅
I still like Mac mini better. There are a varieties of monitor to choose from and more creative set up for my flow. So far, I try mine on a ultrawide screen, vertical screen, 4k screen... still trying to decide what can work best. Storage can be tough Mac system generate a lot of junk space and it's not easy to manage. I made 3 ten minutes video and already using up 100 gb of space. And my based model only has 250 gb. It's so stupid. How can 10 minutes of video end up becoming 30 gb of space in iMovie?
How does white bezels and color effect video editing?? 4:40