I’ve Tested the 3 Mac Desktops That Apple Makes, and There’s a Clear Winner

MacBooks have taken most of the spotlight away from Mac desktops in recent years. Now that mobile performance and battery life have improved so much, there's less of a reason to buy a desktop that chains you to your office.

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But Mac desktops are getting a resurgence. The Mac Mini and Mac Studio were finally refreshed with brand-new chips and a newfound focus on running local AI. But which one should you buy? And where does the iMac land these days? I've been testing Macs for over a decade and have tested all these Mac desktops, so I can recommend what's right for you.

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Also check out our complete guide to the Best MacBooks, Best Desktops, and Best All-In-One Desktops.

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Apple's lovable mini PC was just upgraded with the M6 chip, and it's a big deal on a couple of fronts. Before the refresh, these little computers were sold out for months, and it has AI to thank.

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The Mac Mini isn't the ultracheap mini PC it used to be. It's $300 more than in the past, but the base model now has higher specs and a focus on running local AI. If you want a truly affordable little desktop…

Original source: https://www.wired.com/

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