Mac mini/1.25GHz
Apple's least expensive Mac ships without a mouse, display, or keyboard. But it does feature a G4 processor, up to 80GB of storage depending on configuration, and a slot-loading DVD-ROM/CD-RW optical drive. In July 2005, Apple doubled the installed memory to 512MB across the mini line.
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The Mac mini won't appeal to computer users looking for a lot of raw processing power. But it's a stellar bargain if you want a tiny machine for performing basic tasks--even with its skimpy amount of preinstalled RAM. And it's especially appealing to users who already have their own monitor, input devices, and peripherals.
Pros: Small and light; good video-out options; excellent design; fast enough for basic tasks
Cons: Doesn't come with enough memory; hard-to-find power button on back of unit; performance not as good as similar, larger Macs; no audio-in port.
Basics
Reviewed Price: $499
Processor: 1.25GHz Power PC G4
Lab Tests
| Speedmark 4.0 Score | 100 |
|---|---|
| Cinema 4D XL 9.1 | 5:33 |
| iMovie HD | 1:22 |
| iTunes 4.7 | 2:50 |
| Photoshop CS2 | 2:03 |
| Compressor | 15:38 |
| Unreal Tournament 2004 | 11fps |
| Testing Notes | Mac OS X 10.3 |
| Tested Configuration | Mac OS X 10.4, 512MB RAM |
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