Apple Mac mini (M1, 2020) vs. MacBook Pro 16” (2021) - Detailed Specs Comparison
Here is a side by side comparison between Apple Mac mini (M1, 2020) and MacBook Pro 16” (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 16” (2021) features the Apple M-Series ARM 64-bit 10-core Apple M1 Pro (10C, 16G) 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 16.2″ MacBook Pro 16” (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 16” (2021): Specs Comparison
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Availability | Apple Mac mini (M1, 2020) | MacBook Pro 16” (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
$1,083.95 |
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Mac mini Apple M1 chip 8GB Memory 256GB SSD MGNR3LL/A (Renewed) By Apple
$649.00 |
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Apple Mac Mini Desktop Intel Core i5 2.5GHz / 16GB DDR3 Memory / 1TB SSHD (Solid State Hybrid) Drive/USB 2.0 / Thunderbolt (Renewed) By Apple
$399.00 |
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MacBook Pro 16” (2021) Price | ||
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Apple 2021 MacBook Pro (16-inch, M1 Pro chip with 10‑core CPU and 16‑core GPU, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) - Space Gray By Apple
$2,099.99 Was: $2,499.00 |
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Late 2021 Apple MacBook Pro with Apple M1 Pro chip (16-inch, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) Space Gray (Renewed) By Apple
$1,899.00 |
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Apple 2021 MacBook Pro (16-inch, M1 Pro chip with 10‑core CPU and 16‑core GPU, 32GB RAM, 512GB SSD) - Space Gray Z14V0016E By Apple
$2,796.93 |
Display | Apple Mac mini (M1, 2020) | MacBook Pro 16” (2021) |
Size | 16.2 Inches | |
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Exterior | Apple Mac mini (M1, 2020) | MacBook Pro 16” (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) |
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Colors | Silver | Space GraySilver |
Keyboard and Trackpad | Backlit Magic Keyboard with:
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Internal Specs | Apple Mac mini (M1, 2020) | MacBook Pro 16” (2021) |
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Memory |
| 16GB 32GB 64GB Unified Memory |
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| 512GB1TB2TB4TB8TB SSD |
Connectivity | Apple Mac mini (M1, 2020) | MacBook Pro 16” (2021) |
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Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology | Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology |
Ethernet |
10/100/1000 BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45 connector)
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Battery | Apple Mac mini (M1, 2020) | MacBook Pro 16” (2021) |
Size | 100 Wh lithium‑polymer battery | |
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Power Supply | 150W built-in power supply | 140W USB‑C Power Adapter Charging up to 50 percent in just 30 minutes with included USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable. |
Software | Apple Mac mini (M1, 2020) | MacBook Pro 16” (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 16” (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 16” (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. |
More | Video Support
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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
$1,083.95 |
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Mac mini Apple M1 chip 8GB Memory 256GB SSD MGNR3LL/A (Renewed) By Apple
$649.00 |
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Apple Mac Mini Desktop Intel Core i5 2.5GHz / 16GB DDR3 Memory / 1TB SSHD (Solid State Hybrid) Drive/USB 2.0 / Thunderbolt (Renewed) By Apple
$399.00 |
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MacBook Pro 16” (2021) Price | ||
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Apple 2021 MacBook Pro (16-inch, M1 Pro chip with 10‑core CPU and 16‑core GPU, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) - Space Gray By Apple
$2,099.99 Was: $2,499.00 |
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Late 2021 Apple MacBook Pro with Apple M1 Pro chip (16-inch, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) Space Gray (Renewed) By Apple
$1,899.00 |
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Apple 2021 MacBook Pro (16-inch, M1 Pro chip with 10‑core CPU and 16‑core GPU, 32GB RAM, 512GB SSD) - Space Gray Z14V0016E By Apple
$2,796.93 |
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