Apple Mac Mini “M2” 8 Core CPU/10 GPU 2023 Specs
Mac mini – A2686 – MMFJ3LL/A
About this Mac Mini
The introduction date of this Mac Mini M2 is January 17, 2023. This Mac Mini model features a faster internal architecture with better connectivity than its predecessors.
This Mac Mini is powered by Apple’s latest and powerful M2 processor. The internal architecture also has a powerful GPU and Neural Engine to boost graphics performance. It has a standard RAM of 8 GB which is also upgradeable at the time of initial purchase. The storage capacity of this device can be either 256 GB or 512 GB SSD. It can also be upgraded to more storage options.
This model can support up to two displays simultaneously, including one 6K display and one 5K display, over a Thunderbolt connection.
All Mac mini systems are configured by default without a display, keyboard, or mouse, but numerous Apple and third-party options are available. This Mac Mini M2 model offers a comprehensive array of connectivity options, including Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, two Thunderbolt 4 ports, two USB-A ports, an HDMI 2.0 port, Gigabit Ethernet, and a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
3.49 GHz Apple M2
8 GB
256, 512 GB SSD
N/A
Storage & Memory
The Apple Mac Mini M2 2023 can be equipped with either 256 GB or 512 GB SSD storage. The default RAM of this device is 8 GB. RAM (up to 24 GB), and SSD (up to 2 TB) are upgradeable only at initial system purchase.
OS & Processor
This Mac Mini features an Apple M2 64-bit SoC processor with 8 cores (6 performance cores, 4 efficiency cores) clocked at 3.49 GHz. It also has a 10-core GPU and a 16-core Neural Engine capable of performing up to 11 trillion operations per second. The Neural Engine and GPU are combined to accelerate AI/data-intensive workloads. With a memory bandwidth of 100GB/s, it provides fast access to memory for smooth performance. This model has an 8 MB level L3 cache shared by the GPU.
The device comes with pre-installed macOS 13.2 (22D49).
Size & Weight
The height of this Mac Mini is 1.4 inches, the width is 7.75 inches, and the depth is 7.75 inches. The device weighs around 2.6 pounds (1.18 kg) and varies by configuration and manufacturing process.
Upgradability
The RAM for this Apple Mac Mini M2 can be easily upgradeable from its default 8 GB to 24 GB at purchase.
In addition to upgradable RAM, this Mac Mini allows users to upgrade its storage capacity to up to 2 TB SSD.
This model comes pre-installed with macOS 13.2 (22D49), the device can also be upgraded to the latest version of macOS.
Inclusive Features
- Apple’s latest M2 processor with a 3.49 GHz clock speed
- The 8-core processor (4 performance and 4 efficiency cores)
- 10-core GPU for enhanced graphics performance
- 16-core Neural Engine
- 100 GB/s memory bandwidth
- 8 GB standard RAM and 256 or 512 GB SSD storage (upgradeable at the time of system purchase)
- Supports up to two displays simultaneously (one 6K display and one 5K display)
- Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology
- Wi-Fi 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 wireless networking, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compatible
- More than 30 built-in applications
- 3.5 mm headphone jack
Introduced: January 17, 2023 | Discontinued: N/A | ||
| Display Support | Memory | ||
| Display Support | 2 Displays | Level 1 Cache | 192k+128k, 128k+64k x4 |
| Resolution | 6016×3384 (6K) | Level 2/Level 3 Cache | 16 MB, 4 MB x4 |
| Processor | RAM Type | Unified | |
| Processors | 1 (8 Cores) | Min. RAM Speed | N/A |
| Architecture | 64-Bit | Standard RAM | 8 GB |
| Speed | 3.49 GHz | Maximum RAM | 24 GB |
| Type | Apple M2 | RAM Slots | None |
| Processor Upgrade | Soldered | Motherboard RAM | 8 GB |
| FPU | Integrated | Graphics | |
| System Bus Speed | N/A | Video Card | 10-Core |
| Cache Bus Speed | N/A | VRAM Type | Integrated |
| ROM/Firmware | Proprietary | Standard VRAM | Integrated |
| EFI Architecture | 64-Bit | Maximum VRAM | Integrated |
| Storage | Inclusive Features and Ports | ||
| Standard Storage | 256, 512 GB SSD | Standard Optical Drive | None |
| Storage Speed | N/A | Standard Ethernet | 10/100/1000Base-T |
| Storage Dimensions | Soldered | Standard Modem | None |
| Storage Interface | Onboard | Standard AirPort | 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
| Battery | Standard Bluetooth | 5.3 | |
| Type | N/A | USB Port 3.1 | 2 (USB-A) |
| Battery Life | N/A | FireWire Ports | None |
| Description | Keyboard | None | |
| Case Type | Cuboid | Inclusive Input | None |
| Form Factor | Mac mini Silver | S-Video Output | None |
| Apple Order No | MMFJ3LL/A | Microphone | None |
| Apple Subfamily | M2, 2023 | Headphone | None |
| Apple Model Number | A2686 (EMC 8003) | Sound Out | None |
| Model ID | Mac14,3
| Power Adapter | N/A |
