Apple Mac mini (M1, 2020) vs. MacBook Pro 14” (2021) - Detailed Specs Comparison
Here is a side by side comparison between Apple Mac mini (M1, 2020) and MacBook Pro 14” (2021) specs including CPU, RAM, storage, battery, display, and more.
The Apple Mac mini (M1, 2020) features the 10W Apple M-Series ARM 64-bit 8-core Apple M1 with a clock speed of 3.20 GHz. While the MacBook Pro 14” (2021) features the Apple M-Series ARM 64-bit 8-core Apple M1 Pro (8C, 14G) up to 10-core Apple M1 Max (10C, 32G) with a clock speed of 0.00 GHz.
If you are in the market looking for a laptop and don't know what's the difference between the Apple Mac mini (M1, 2020) and the 14.2″ MacBook Pro 14” (2021) , we have a detailed tech specs comparison between both devices for you to check out here.
Apple Mac mini (M1, 2020) vs. MacBook Pro 14” (2021): Specs Comparison
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Availability | Apple Mac mini (M1, 2020) | MacBook Pro 14” (2021) |
Released | 2020 | 2021 |
Release Info | Announced on November 10th, 2020 |
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Apple Mac Mini Desktop Computer, M1 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU, 16GB Memory, 512GB SSD, Gigabit Ethernet, Late 2020 By Apple
$1,089.95 |
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Apple Mac Mini Desktop Computer, M1 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU, 16GB Memory, 1TB SSD, Gigabit Ethernet, Late 2020 By Apple
$1,299.00 |
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Apple Mac Mini M1 Chip (16GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage) - (2020) - Z12N000G0 By Apple
$893.94 |
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MacBook Pro 14” (2021) Price | ||
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Apple 2021 MacBook Pro (14-inch, M1 Pro chip with 10‑core CPU and 16‑core GPU, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) - Silver By Apple
$2,099.00 Was: $2,499.00 |
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2021 Apple MacBook Pro with Apple M1 Pro chip (14-inch, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) - Space Gray (Renewed) By Apple
$1,439.00 |
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Late 2021 Apple MacBook Pro with Apple M1 Pro chip (14 inch, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) Silver (Renewed) By Apple
$1,439.00 |
Display | Apple Mac mini (M1, 2020) | MacBook Pro 14” (2021) |
Size | 14.2 Inches | |
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Exterior | Apple Mac mini (M1, 2020) | MacBook Pro 14” (2021) |
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Dimensions | 7.7” x 7.7” x 1.4” (197 mm x 197 mm x 36 mm) |
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Weight | 2.6 lb (1.2 kg) | 3.5 pounds (1.6 kg) |
Colors | Silver | Space GraySilver |
Keyboard and Trackpad | Backlit Magic Keyboard with:
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Internal Specs | Apple Mac mini (M1, 2020) | MacBook Pro 14” (2021) |
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| 16GB 32GB 64GB Unified Memory |
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Connectivity | Apple Mac mini (M1, 2020) | MacBook Pro 14” (2021) |
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Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology | Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology |
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10/100/1000 BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45 connector)
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Battery | Apple Mac mini (M1, 2020) | MacBook Pro 14” (2021) |
Size | 70 Wh lithium‑polymer battery | |
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Power Supply | 150W built-in power supply |
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Software | Apple Mac mini (M1, 2020) | MacBook Pro 14” (2021) |
OS | Shipped with macOS Catalina | Shipped with macOS Monterey |
Built-in Apps | PhotosiMovieGarageBandPagesNumbersKeynoteSiriSafariMailFaceTimeMessagesMapsNewsStocksHomeVoice MemosNotesCalendarContactsRemindersPhoto BoothPreviewMusicPodcastsTVBooksApp StoreTime MachineFind MyQuickTime Player | PhotosiMovieGarageBandPagesNumbersKeynoteSiriSafariMailFaceTimeMessagesMapsNewsStocksHomeVoice MemosNotesCalendarContactsRemindersPhoto BoothPreviewMusicPodcastsTVBooksApp StoreTime MachineFind MyQuickTime Player |
Camera & Audio | Apple Mac mini (M1, 2020) | MacBook Pro 14” (2021) |
Camera | 1080p FaceTime HD camera Advanced image signal processor with computational video. | |
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Misc | Apple Mac mini (M1, 2020) | MacBook Pro 14” (2021) |
Sensors | Touch ID sensor | |
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Warranty | Your Mac mini comes with 90 days of complimentary technical support and a one-year limited warranty. Purchase AppleCare+ for Mac to extend your coverage to three years from your AppleCare+ purchase date and add up to two incidents of accidental damage coverage, each subject to a service fee of $99 for external enclosure damage, or $299 for other repairable damage, plus applicable tax. | Your MacBook Pro comes with 90 days of complimentary technical support and a one-year limited warranty. Purchase AppleCare+ for Mac to extend your coverage to three years from your AppleCare+ purchase date and add up to two incidents of accidental damage coverage every 12 months, each subject to a service fee of $99 for screen damage or external enclosure damage, or $299 for other repairable damage, plus applicable tax. |
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Apple Mac Mini Desktop Computer, M1 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU, 16GB Memory, 512GB SSD, Gigabit Ethernet, Late 2020 By Apple
$1,089.95 |
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Apple Mac Mini Desktop Computer, M1 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU, 16GB Memory, 1TB SSD, Gigabit Ethernet, Late 2020 By Apple
$1,299.00 |
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Apple Mac Mini M1 Chip (16GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage) - (2020) - Z12N000G0 By Apple
$893.94 |
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MacBook Pro 14” (2021) Price | ||
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Apple 2021 MacBook Pro (14-inch, M1 Pro chip with 10‑core CPU and 16‑core GPU, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) - Silver By Apple
$2,099.00 Was: $2,499.00 |
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2021 Apple MacBook Pro with Apple M1 Pro chip (14-inch, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) - Space Gray (Renewed) By Apple
$1,439.00 |
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Late 2021 Apple MacBook Pro with Apple M1 Pro chip (14 inch, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) Silver (Renewed) By Apple
$1,439.00 |
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