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Beelink SER8 Mini PC vs Apple Mac Mini M4

Side by side comparison of two of the best desktops on the market. Same category, different priorities.

Beelink SER8 Mini PC
Beelink

Beelink SER8 Mini PC

4.5 (2,100)
$599

The best Windows mini PC for real work.

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Apple Mac Mini M4
Apple

Apple Mac Mini M4

4.9 (4,200)
$599

A silent workstation the size of a lunchbox. Best in class value.

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How do the Beelink SER8 Mini PC and Apple Mac Mini M4 compare, spec for spec?

Spec
Beelink
Beelink SER8 Mini PC
Apple
Apple Mac Mini M4
Price$599$599
Rating
4.5 (2,100)
4.9 (4,200)
Pros
  • User upgradable
  • AMD Ryzen performance
  • Windows out of the box
  • Cheap
  • Tiny footprint
  • Silent operation
  • M4 performance
  • Excellent value
Cons
  • Louder fan than Mac Mini
  • Less refined build
  • Bloated OS install
  • Non upgradable
  • Only Thunderbolt ports
  • No display included

Should you buy the Beelink SER8 Mini PC or the Apple Mac Mini M4?

Both are strong picks in the desktops category. Here's how to decide:

Get the Beelink SER8 Mini PC if...

AMD Ryzen 8845HS punches way above its price. Upgradable RAM and storage.

Get the Apple Mac Mini M4 if...

M4 performance in a form factor smaller than most external drives. Silent, cool, and $599.