Apple/Configurable

Mac mini, M6 Chip, 12-core CPU, 12-core GPU, 16GB memory, 256GB storage

Name: Mac mini, M6 Chip, 12-core CPU, 12-core GPU, 16GB memory, 256GB storage
Brand: Apple

US · APPLE-CONFIG-MAC-MINI-M6

Configurable device · Advertised base configuration

Configurable modelAPPLE-CONFIG-MAC-MINI-M6

Before you buy +

Configurable Apple Mac. Specifications describe the advertised initially selected base. The catalog reference is not a manufacturer SKU. Options include linked changes and currently unavailable choices where Apple states them. Confirm the final compatible build, price and availability in Apple’s configurator. Configure on the manufacturer’s site ↗

Specifications below preserve the published source wording. Unpublished values are unknown; they do not mean a feature is absent.

Tests and reviews

Published test results and reviewer comments are available below.

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The hardware

Full Specifications

Configuration choices and fixed specifications. Upgrade limits do not guarantee an orderable choice.

Performance — CPU / GPU▾

Chip family

M6 chip Blazing fast, with next-level performance, for the personal, professional, and creative tasks you do every day.12-core CPU, 12-core GPU Dual 16-core Neural Engine Buy from $899 or $74.91/mo. per month for 12 mo.months Footnote ‡
M5 Pro chip Provides more performance and higher memory options for demanding workflows.2 options with 16-core Neural Engine Buy from $1699 or $141.58/mo. per month for 12 mo.months Footnote ‡

Manufacturer selects for this base tier: m6. Chip. Choose from these powerful options.M6 chip Blazing fast, with next-level performance, for the personal, professional, and creative tasks you do every day.12-core CPU, 12-core GPU Dual 16-core Neural Engine Buy from $899 or $74.91/mo. per month for 12 mo.months Footnote ‡Select your processing power.IncludedM5 Pro chip Provides more performance and higher memory options for demanding workflows.2 options with 16-core Neural Engine Buy from $1699 or $141.58/mo. per month for 12 mo.months Footnote ‡ Choices can change other components, price and availability. Conditional choices require the changes stated by Apple; they are not independent combinations.

Manufacturer options ↗

Chip family (linked graphics)

M6 chip Blazing fast, with next-level performance, for the personal, professional, and creative tasks you do every day.12-core CPU, 12-core GPU Dual 16-core Neural Engine Buy from $899 or $74.91/mo. per month for 12 mo.months Footnote ‡
M5 Pro chip Provides more performance and higher memory options for demanding workflows.2 options with 16-core Neural Engine Buy from $1699 or $141.58/mo. per month for 12 mo.months Footnote ‡

Graphics follow the selected chip and core combination. Manufacturer selects for this base tier: m6. Chip. Choose from these powerful options.M6 chip Blazing fast, with next-level performance, for the personal, professional, and creative tasks you do every day.12-core CPU, 12-core GPU Dual 16-core Neural Engine Buy from $899 or $74.91/mo. per month for 12 mo.months Footnote ‡Select your processing power.IncludedM5 Pro chip Provides more performance and higher memory options for demanding workflows.2 options with 16-core Neural Engine Buy from $1699 or $141.58/mo. per month for 12 mo.months Footnote ‡ Choices can change other components, price and availability. Conditional choices require the changes stated by Apple; they are not independent combinations.

Manufacturer options ↗

CPU and GPU

Included

Manufacturer selects for this base tier: m6-12-12. Select your processing power.Included Choices can change other components, price and availability. Conditional choices require the changes stated by Apple; they are not independent combinations.

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CPU and GPU (linked graphics)

Included

Graphics follow the selected chip and core combination. Manufacturer selects for this base tier: m6-12-12. Select your processing power.Included Choices can change other components, price and availability. Conditional choices require the changes stated by Apple; they are not independent combinations.

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Memory & Storage▾

Installed RAM	16 GB Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-10-06T14:04:59.221164+00:00 Apple exact US retail SKU and matching family technical specifications

Memory

16GB (currently unavailable)
24GB (currently unavailable)
32GB (currently unavailable)
48GB (currently unavailable)
64GB (currently unavailable)

Manufacturer selects for this base tier: 16gb (currently unavailable). Memory. Pick how much is right for you.16GB24GB32GB48GB64GB Choices can change other components, price and availability. Conditional choices require the changes stated by Apple; they are not independent combinations.

Manufacturer options ↗

Storage

256GB (currently unavailable)
512GB (currently unavailable)
1TB (currently unavailable)
2TB (currently unavailable)
4TB (currently unavailable)
8TB (currently unavailable)

Manufacturer selects for this base tier: 256gb (currently unavailable). Storage. Choose how much space you’ll need.256GB512GB1TB2TB4TB8TB Choices can change other components, price and availability. Conditional choices require the changes stated by Apple; they are not independent combinations.

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Display▾

Screen technology	Not applicable
Size	Not applicable Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-10-06T14:04:59.221164+00:00 Apple exact US retail SKU and matching family technical specifications
Resolution	Not applicable Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-10-06T14:04:59.221164+00:00 Apple exact US retail SKU and matching family technical specifications
Refresh rate	Not applicable Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-10-06T14:04:59.221164+00:00 Apple exact US retail SKU and matching family technical specifications

Battery & Power▾

Battery capacity	Unpublished Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-10-06T14:04:59.221164+00:00 Apple exact US retail SKU and matching family technical specifications
Power supply	Unpublished Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-10-06T14:04:59.221164+00:00 Apple exact US retail SKU and matching family technical specifications

Connectivity▾

Ports

On front: · Two USB-C ports with support for USB 3 (up to 10Gb/s) · 3.5 mm headphone jack · On back (M6): · Ethernet: 2 5gb per second · HDMI port · Three Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports with support for: · Thunderbolt 4 (up to 40Gb/s) · USB 4 (up to 40Gb/s) · DisplayPort · — Genlock, not available

Source & observation

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Observed 2026-10-06T14:04:59.221164+00:00

Apple exact US retail SKU and matching family technical specifications

Ethernet

2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Standard networking, up to 2.5Gb link speeds. (currently unavailable)
10 Gigabit Ethernet Higher connectivity bandwidth, up to 10Gb link speeds. (currently unavailable)

Manufacturer selects for this base tier: 2_5gb_per_second (currently unavailable). Ethernet. Select your speed.2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Standard networking, up to 2.5Gb link speeds.10 Gigabit Ethernet Higher connectivity bandwidth, up to 10Gb link speeds. Choices can change other components, price and availability. Conditional choices require the changes stated by Apple; they are not independent combinations.

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Build & Physical▾

Weight	Unpublished Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-10-06T14:04:59.221164+00:00 Apple exact US retail SKU and matching family technical specifications
Dimensions	Unpublished Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-10-06T14:04:59.221164+00:00 Apple exact US retail SKU and matching family technical specifications

Software & Bundle▾

Operating system	macOS (version unspecified) Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-10-06T14:04:59.221164+00:00 Apple exact US retail SKU and matching family technical specifications
Included bundle	Unpublished

Motherboard & Memory Expansion▾

Motherboard model	Unpublished Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-10-06T14:04:59.221164+00:00 Unpublished: no unambiguous exact-device manufacturer specification
Total RAM slots	Unpublished Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-10-06T14:04:59.221164+00:00 Unpublished: no unambiguous exact-device manufacturer specification

Independent testing

Benchmarks & Reviews

5 results from other configurations · 1 written review · 2 videos

Cinebench 2024 multi core1,468 pointsNotebookcheck · Other configurationTest detailsHide details

Rendering speed using all processor cores.

Higher is better

Test conditions: Stock settings; named power mode not reported · macOS
Test version: Cinebench 2024
Published: 2026-09-21
Measurement date: Unpublished
Reviewed setup: Mac mini (M6) · Apple M6 12-core CPU · Apple M6 12-core GPU · 24 GB RAM · 512 GB storage · Wi-Fi
Configuration match: Same component/pair in another configuration. Potential only; target realization unmeasured. Different ram_gb Noncritical differences: storage_gb, region
Confidence: Moderate
Limitations: Measurement date unpublished · Sample origin unpublished · Pair/component fallback; target realization unmeasured
Source location: Cinebench 2024 / CPU Multi Core; reviewed-device row: Apple Mac Mini M6Apple M6

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Cinebench 2024 single core221 pointsNotebookcheck · Other configurationTest detailsHide details

Rendering speed using one processor core.

Higher is better

Test conditions: Stock settings; named power mode not reported · macOS
Test version: Cinebench 2024
Published: 2026-09-21
Measurement date: Unpublished
Reviewed setup: Mac mini (M6) · Apple M6 12-core CPU · Apple M6 12-core GPU · 24 GB RAM · 512 GB storage · Wi-Fi
Configuration match: Same component/pair in another configuration. Potential only; target realization unmeasured. Different ram_gb Noncritical differences: storage_gb, region
Confidence: Moderate
Limitations: Measurement date unpublished · Sample origin unpublished · Pair/component fallback; target realization unmeasured
Source location: Cinebench 2024 / CPU Single Core; reviewed-device row: Apple Mac Mini M6Apple M6

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Geekbench 6.7 Metal101,981 pointsNotebookcheck · Other configurationTest detailsHide details

Graphics computing speed using Apple Metal. This is a score, not a game frame rate.

Higher is better

Test conditions: Stock settings; named power mode not reported · macOS
Test version: Geekbench 6.7
Published: 2026-09-21
Measurement date: Unpublished
Reviewed setup: Mac mini (M6) · Apple M6 12-core CPU · Apple M6 12-core GPU · 24 GB RAM · 512 GB storage · Wi-Fi
Configuration match: Same component/pair in another configuration. Potential only; target realization unmeasured. Different ram_gb Noncritical differences: storage_gb, region
Confidence: Moderate
Limitations: Measurement date unpublished · Sample origin unpublished · Pair/component fallback; target realization unmeasured
Source location: Geekbench 6.7 / GPU Metal; reviewed-device row: Apple Mac Mini M6Apple M6 12-Core GPU, Apple M6

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Compare tests with the same version and settings. Expand each test for the measured setup and limitations.

Results marked “Other configuration” use a different device or configuration. This configuration may perform differently.

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Benchmarks & Reviews

Published test results and reviewer comments.

5 results from other configurations1 written review 2 videos

Results marked “Other configuration” come from devices with a matching processor or graphics chip. This configuration may perform differently.

Compare tests with the same version and settings.

Processor

Geekbench 6.7 multi core

Higher is better

Speed on short tasks using several processor cores, such as compressing files and processing photos. Compared with 7 reviewed Macs.

Middle of these 7: 18,054 points

MacBook Pro 16-inch (M5 Max) · 48 GB ↗30,057 points
MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5 Max) · 128 GB ↗29,415 points
MacBook Pro 16-inch (M5 Pro) · 64 GB ↗28,436 points
Reviewed configuration: Mac mini (M6) · 24 GB ↗21,302 points
MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5) · 32 GB ↗18,054 points
MacBook Air 13-inch (M5) · 16 GB ↗17,072 points
MacBook Air 15-inch (M5) · 32 GB ↗16,995 points
MacBook Neo (2026) · 8 GB ↗9,140 points

Memory, cooling and operating system versions differ between these reviewed devices. This small set does not describe the whole market. Notebookcheck comparison ↗

Processor test results and sources
Test	Result	Test conditions	Source
Cinebench 2024 multi coreRendering speed using all processor cores.Higher is better	1,468 pointsOther configuration	Stock settings; named power mode not reported · macOS Reviewed setup: Mac mini (M6) · Apple M6 12-core CPU · Apple M6 12-core GPU · 24 GB RAM · 512 GB storage · Wi-Fi	Notebookcheck ↗2026-09-21
Cinebench 2024 single coreRendering speed using one processor core.Higher is better	221 pointsOther configuration	Stock settings; named power mode not reported · macOS Reviewed setup: Mac mini (M6) · Apple M6 12-core CPU · Apple M6 12-core GPU · 24 GB RAM · 512 GB storage · Wi-Fi	Notebookcheck ↗2026-09-21
Geekbench 6.7 multi coreSpeed on short tasks using several processor cores, such as compressing files and processing photos.Higher is better	21,302 pointsOther configuration	Stock settings; named power mode not reported · macOS Reviewed setup: Mac mini (M6) · Apple M6 12-core CPU · Apple M6 12-core GPU · 24 GB RAM · 512 GB storage · Wi-Fi	Notebookcheck ↗2026-09-21
Geekbench 6.7 single coreSpeed on short tasks using one processor core, such as parts of web browsing and everyday apps.Higher is better	4,698 pointsOther configuration	Stock settings; named power mode not reported · macOS Reviewed setup: Mac mini (M6) · Apple M6 12-core CPU · Apple M6 12-core GPU · 24 GB RAM · 512 GB storage · Wi-Fi	Notebookcheck ↗2026-09-21

Graphics

Graphics test results and sources
Test	Result	Test conditions	Source
Geekbench 6.7 MetalGraphics computing speed using Apple Metal. This is a score, not a game frame rate.Higher is better	101,981 pointsOther configuration	Stock settings; named power mode not reported · macOS Reviewed setup: Mac mini (M6) · Apple M6 12-core CPU · Apple M6 12-core GPU · 24 GB RAM · 512 GB storage · Wi-Fi	Notebookcheck ↗2026-09-21

Read the reviews

Notebookcheck ↗2026-09-21Mac mini (M6) · Apple M6 12-core CPU · Apple M6 12-core GPU · 24 GB RAM · 512 GB storage · Wi-Fi

Watch the reviews

ETA PRIME · 2026-10-01

The New M6 Mac Mini Is Actually a Gaming PC!

M6 Mac mini gaming review: 16 GB memory and 256 GB storage, with native macOS games and Windows games through GameHub.

Review unit source not reported.Watch on YouTube ↗

Macworld Podcast · 2026-09-30

Mac Studio and Mac mini reviews: Worth the money?

Macworld reviewers discuss their M6/M5 Pro Mac mini and M5 Max Mac Studio tests and value. Reviewed configurations differ.

Discussion by the team behind the written reviews.Watch on YouTube ↗

More benchmarks and reviews →

Configuration matching & limitations

CPU/GPU-only tests do not depend on SSD capacity, colour or radio option. They do not establish battery life, storage speed or display quality.

Notebookcheck: Numbers refer to the reviewed setup. Storage, screen finish and cellular options do not establish CPU/GPU differences; memory and chip-bin differences remain separate.

Macworld: Macworld reviewers discuss their M6/M5 Pro Mac mini and M5 Max Mac Studio tests and value. Reviewed configurations differ.

ETA PRIME: M6 Mac mini gaming review: 16 GB memory and 256 GB storage, with native macOS games and Windows games through GameHub.

gaming pilot

cpu: Reviewer comments
gpu: Reviewer comments
gaming: Not measured

performance pilot

cpu: Reviewer comments
gpu: Reviewer comments
gaming: Not measured
sustained: Not measured

whole device

cpu: Reviewer comments
gpu: Reviewer comments
gaming: Not measured
sustained: Not measured
noise: Not measured
battery: not applicable
display: not applicable
build: Not measured

An overall buying score is unavailable. The available measurements do not cover every aspect of the device.

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Mac mini, M6 Chip, 12-core CPU, 12-core GPU, 16GB memory, 256GB storage

Full Specifications

Chip family

Chip family (linked graphics)

CPU and GPU

CPU and GPU (linked graphics)

Memory

Storage

Ethernet

Benchmarks & Reviews

Benchmarks & Reviews

Processor

Geekbench 6.7 multi core

Graphics

Read the reviews

Watch the reviews

The New M6 Mac Mini Is Actually a Gaming PC!

Mac Studio and Mac mini reviews: Worth the money?

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