Apple Mac mini Compact Desktop M6 24GB Unified Memory 1TB SSD in Silver - Z1UA00045

Apple Z1UA00045 Mac mini Compact Desktop M6 24GB Unified Memory 1TB SSD in Silver

Apple Mac mini Z1UA00045 brings the "Little do-it-all." idea to an ultracompact silver desktop built around Apple silicon. Designed to settle naturally into a home workspace, office, professional studio, development environment, or clustered computing setup, it combines a space-conscious enclosure with convenient front and rear port access. This configuration pairs the Apple M6 chip with 24GB of unified memory, a 1TB SSD, and 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, giving everyday users, creators, students, developers, researchers, and businesses a capable foundation for a wide range of work.

The M6 architecture is ready for productivity, content creation, STEM applications, coding, gaming, and local AI workflows. Its 12-core CPU helps keep demanding projects moving, while the 12-core GPU adds Neural Accelerators and hardware-accelerated ray tracing for supported graphics and AI tasks. A Dual 16-core Neural Engine advances on-device workloads, and the media engine accelerates H.264, HEVC, ProRes, and ProRes RAW. Move quickly among productivity apps, edit video in Final Cut Pro, produce music in Logic Pro, create 3D projects in Blender, upscale footage in DaVinci Resolve, explore data in MATLAB, or build and test software across multiple simulators in Xcode. Supported games can also render more realistic lighting, shadows, and reflections through ray tracing.

Apple combines hardware, software, and ecosystem support to make Mac mini equally at home with conventional apps and emerging agentic workflows. Private on-device inference can keep supported processing local, while Private Cloud Compute is designed for requests that require larger server-based models. macOS adds built-in apps, privacy and security features, and broad support for productivity and creative software. iPhone Mirroring, AirDrop, Continuity Camera, Sidecar, and Universal Clipboard help work flow across familiar Apple devices. With Thunderbolt 4, HDMI, fast wired and wireless networking, and support for flexible multi-display arrangements, this compact desktop can grow from a focused personal computer into a creative, technical, or business workstation.

Key Features

Looks small. Lives large.

The 5 x 5 in aluminum enclosure makes efficient use of desk and studio space without limiting where Mac mini can work. Its flexible form fits personal setups, professional environments, and clustered systems, while connections on both sides keep frequently used ports within reach.

Fast and curious.

The 12-core CPU divides work among 2 super cores, 4 performance cores, and 6 efficiency cores. Paired with 170GB/s memory bandwidth, the 24GB unified memory configuration is equipped to handle multitasking and memory-intensive creative, technical, and AI projects.

GPU Neural Accelerators assist supported machine learning operations, while hardware-accelerated ray tracing enriches compatible games and 3D workflows with more lifelike light, shadow, and reflection effects.

Apt for anything.

A Dual 16-core Neural Engine supports private local inference, on-device models, and agent-based tools. This foundation also helps supported creative and development applications perform tasks such as AI upscaling, coding assistance, and advanced model-driven workflows.

One-two punch.

macOS and iPhone work together through iPhone Mirroring, AirDrop, Continuity Camera, and Universal Clipboard. Sidecar adds another way to extend a workspace, while built-in privacy, security, and accessibility capabilities support a more connected experience.

Plug and slay.

Easy-access USB-C and headphone connections sit up front, while three Thunderbolt 4 ports, HDMI, and 2.5Gb Ethernet handle high-speed peripherals, displays, media output, and wired networks from the back. The flexible display architecture accommodates multi-screen workspaces for creative, technical, and productivity tasks.

Features

• Apple M6 Chip
  A 12-core CPU, 12-core GPU, Neural Accelerators, ray tracing, and a Dual 16-core Neural Engine power compute, graphics, and AI workloads.
• 24GB Unified Memory
  Delivers 170GB/s memory bandwidth for fluid multitasking and demanding creative or local AI projects.
• 1TB SSD Storage
  Provides fast solid-state space for applications, project files, media, and local data.¹
• Compact Aluminum Design
  A 5 x 5 in footprint fits neatly into home desks, studios, offices, and clustered deployments.
• Front Connections
  Two USB-C ports with USB 3 up to 10Gb/s and a 3.5 mm headphone jack simplify everyday access.
• Rear Expansion
  Three Thunderbolt 4 ports, HDMI, and 2.5Gb Ethernet connect fast peripherals, video equipment, and wired networks.
• Up to Three External Displays
  Thunderbolt and HDMI enable adaptable multi-monitor workspaces for detailed projects and daily productivity.²
• Apple N1 Wireless Chip
  Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread technology provide modern options for networks, accessories, and connected devices.³
• Advanced Media Engine
  Hardware acceleration for H.264, HEVC, ProRes, and ProRes RAW streamlines supported video encoding and decoding.
• Apple Intelligence and Siri AI
  Integrated, privacy-focused AI capabilities support eligible on-device features and advanced requests.⁴
• macOS Integration
  Built-in apps, privacy and security tools, iPhone Mirroring, Sidecar, AirDrop, and Universal Clipboard connect daily workflows.
• Energy and Recycled Materials
  ENERGY STAR certification joins 50% recycled content by device weight and 100% recycled aluminum in the enclosure and thermal module stage.⁵

Footnotes:

¹ Storage capacity is stated using decimal units; actual formatted capacity is less.

² External displays and other pictured accessories are sold separately unless expressly included.

³ Wi-Fi 7 availability and performance depend on country, region, network equipment, and supported standards.

⁴ Apple Intelligence and Siri AI features may vary by language, region, device configuration, and software release. Siri AI is coming in English later in 2026.

⁵ Recycled-content percentages use Apple's stated mass and allocation methodologies and may exclude packaging and in-box accessories depending on the claim.