THE WRONG CHOICE! M1 Mac Mini vs iMac

[@teemuvesala9575]

Mac mini easily because you can pick larger monitor(s) yourself...

[@TechGearTalk]

Sounds like a good fit for you!

[@loganebeling9023]

“I don’t like this keyboard for things like…typing” Lol, you know, the thing a keyboard is for. Love the videos, thanks.

[@TechGearTalk]

😂🤣

[@JasonLorette]

I have a 2012 Mini and honestly think it’s one of Apple’s best creation, that’ll be the route for me. Great comparison Sagi! 😎

[@TechGearTalk]

Jason - I appreciate you watching and providing insight and personal experience 🙏🏻. Thank you for the kind words.

[@lazerbeam3928]

I also have a 2012 Mac Mini that which I added a 1TB SSD internally. Great machine overall. I purchased a 2020 Macbook Air M1 with 16Gb/512 SSD for streaming video. Its not very good at streaming. Whenever an HDMI cable is plugged into it, the screens text & icons shrink down so small that I need a magnifying glass to read it. Seriously! My wife's old 2014 11" Macbook air with a simple mini-display port is superior to the M1 Air for streaming. I read somewhere that "old" Mac minis make great media servers. I'm going to have to look into it and repurpose my old Mini.

[@patrickmolloy6994]

I had a 2012 mini too. I swapped out the HD for an SSD which worked a dream and improved the speed of the mini hugely. Samsung 840 SSD it was.

[@criccreationz6107]

Damnnnnn Your thumbnail and quality check is top notch. Amazing quality!

[@TechGearTalk]

That is so kind of you to say!!! I appreciate you and your support!

[@lgude]

Thanks. I'm about to pull the trigger on the M1 Mini and this careful and detailed comparison with the iMac confirms my choice to go with the Mini. I watched it with a mind open to choosing the iMac instead, but point by point the Mini won out of most comparisons. In my case 16GB Ram, 512 Storage which you confirm is just what I need for my still photography programs and some occasional video editing.

[@TechGearTalk]

I’m so glad the video was helpful. I appreciate you taking the time to provide feedback 🙏🏻

[@simsforever791]

The iMac is the better value. With a Mac Mini yes you could make it a cheaper overall package but if you wanted the same quality display, Mouse, Keyboard, speakers and Webcam as the iMac 🖥 You will pay more than the iMac 🖥 Also the iMac looks cleaner. Only one cable for the entire thing. You can’t be beat the convince of placing on a desk. Plugging a power cable in. Connecting keyboard and mouse and be ready to set it up.

[@Mit_yourfriend]

I bought the M1 Mac mini 512GB with 16GB RAM. I already had an LG 5k 27inch Ultrafine monitor which I had purchased a few months earlier. Works perfectly with the Mac mini. Cost is just under 2k with an apple numeric keyboard and trackpad. My dad needs a new machine and for him I am leaning towards 24inch iMac. The simplicity is what he will appreciate as he's previous machine is a 2011 iMac 27 inch which just packed up. I'd say for basic usage I would go for an iMac but for anything heavier or if your upgrading the spec, the Mac mini is the way to go. A 4k monitor should cost around £400. Or wait for the larger / high spec iMacs if you can.

[@MandyB-jx4zm]

Super Helpful!! Thank you!!

[@TechGearTalk]

So glad it was helpful! Thank you for being part of the channel!

[@jandekker6008]

I nearly went with the Mini (I liked the idea of customising everything plus having a nice big screen) but the constant reports about Bluetooth issues frightened me off. I haven't regretted going with the imac at all though. But I might get a different mouse, as the charging thing is just inexcusably poor!

[@kosteaproduction]

I just bought a mac mini, and I don't have any bluetooth issues unless I use Airpods Pro with head tracking spatial audio (it's working fine with fixed spatial audio). I use logitech mx mouse and keyboard.

[@jandekker6008]

@@kosteaproduction Thanks. Useful to know, and glad you're glitch-free. I'm sure the glitches don't affect everyone, but the reports were too widespread to ignore. Possibly fixed in software updates, but the issues seem to have dogged the Mac Mini all the way back to its origins.

[@ForTheLoveOfHomes]

So helpful! Side note, I love your door knobs and the hardware. Very pretty!

[@garyellis9917]

If I got the Mac Mini, what would you recommend for camera and microphone? Thank you!

[@rebeccaw9656]

I’m happy with the dual screen set up for our Mac Mini, which we need for our work flow. We needed an extra dongle for the second screen, and had to buy a webcam for videoconferencing. An iMac is all the kids would need though, they would love it.

[@TechGearTalk]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience and perspective Rebecca!

[@dogdogdog2024]

Great review! Keep it up. As always it's very informative.

[@TechGearTalk]

Much appreciated! I'm so grateful for your support!

[@stuartmidgley1]

What brand of monitor mounts are you using? I’ve been looking for a simple pole mount like that for ages.

[@TechGearTalk]

Hi Stuart - added to description! Hope it helps.

[@stuartmidgley1]

@@TechGearTalk Thanks!

[@fmpApps]

The first complaint might be the lack of ports but the LG 4K monitor has extra ports on the monitor.

[@TechGearTalk]

Makes sense

[@gilbertosilva3461]

Great video definitely helps me make mg mind. I have a 2011 MacBook Pro and the screen, speakers, and camera is retiring. A high end mini sounds like a great long term computer

[@Kereschan333]

May I know is there still Bluetooth issues and monitor connecting issues still exists when using Mac mini?

[@TechGearTalk]

Hi there. I never experienced either. I use the Logitech unifying receiver for my mouse, my keyboard works great, and the two monitors I hooked up work with no issues. I believe people were having issues using the logitech mouse without a receiver. Hope that helps.

[@Kereschan333]

@@TechGearTalk Thank you for your reply. May I know is there scaling problem when connecting to 2k monitor ? Thanks

[@tonyburzio4107]

The Mac mini doesn't use Bluetooth, it uses Bluetooth Low Energy. If you use a mouse that doesn't work with Low Energy, it will reboot from time to time, seeing the low power as a loss of signal. The Logitech web page clearly shows Low Energy compatibility. My Logitech MX Master 2X has no problems, but my previous mouse barely functioned.

[@tonyburzio4107]

By the way, the Bluetooth module (which also runs WiFi) is from Broadcomm.

[@Kereschan333]

@@tonyburzio4107 I have the K380 keyboard and the pebble mouse, maybe they don't support low energy bluetooth 🥲

[@koukimonzta]

Did they fix the mini's bluetooth disconnectivity?

[@kylemichaelgregorio6133]

Your videos are really informative 👌

[@TechGearTalk]

So glad to hear it - Appreciate you being part of the channel!

[@codenameexoliby6020]

What about the bluetooth issues with mac mini?

[@shriyakaistha2484]

Can I upgrade any of these ???? Cus that what I’m looking at and I’m in a budget so by upgrading I mean ram , ssd , (cpu is ok it would be quite in apple like for apple to not solder it on but just asking)

[@lateeshadooley7695]

Yes you can upgrade only iMac’s and mac mini’s and ultra rams and storage ( Mac expert) 🍎

[@perdomot]

I've been a dual monitor user for years now and the Mini was great for it with the HDMI port along with the two DP ports.

[@adinchandra1797]

0:25 : The Man Style that I like, Sagi...

[@TechGearTalk]

Thanks!

[@lorensims4846]

That 4.5K display is awfully tempting. The camera and mic seem great but there's a lot of echo in your room. Hang some drapes. I've never had an iMac, though my stepdaughter had the charming G4 iMac. I wanna purple one! I'm getting a mini because I still have a perfectly adequate display, keyboard and mouse from previous systems. Extra monitors or larger displays? Phooey! I've been using this 13" MacBook Pro for seven years and it's been fine. I don't need a big Logitech 'handful' mouse. Mine's a relatively flat Macally model. The mini is clearly the low-cost entry to Apple Silicon. I'll spring for the 10G Ethernet because I can. New, faster chips are due out and it will be easy to swap for a faster model --later.

[@hirosacraftsmp8278]

At first i tought i could get an upgraded mac mini for less the price but then i need 4k monitor, speekers, new mouse, new keyboard, webcam, and a new microphone and for the same quality as the imac this would cost much more

[@maanutaanusharma]

Wait for s8 plus tablet or go with s7 plus tablet ?

[@TechGearTalk]

Here are my thoughts about that (especially since we don't have full specs on S8 plus). If you need something now, buy now. If you can wait, always wait. You may get a better product for the same price or the same product for a better price. Hope that helps. Thanks for being part of the channel!

[@maanutaanusharma]

@@TechGearTalk thank you , I appreciate your content, (from India)

[@Dulcilady]

Great review! You always seem to come up with questions I wouldn’t think to ask… That said, early on I watched some videos that used an IPad Pro as a monitor. I have an IPad Pro 2nd Gen with a Logitech keyboard and was wondering IF I would be able to use the features of the iPad & accessories - keyboard, mouse, iPad camera & mic - with a M1 Mac Mini. Thanks for any help.

[@jdmsjkj]

In an internal struggle rn and can’t decide on iMac or Mac mini

[@maratkarimov7088]

Is it Ross from Friends?

[@TechGearTalk]

WE WERE ON A BREAK!!! 🤣😂 Thanks for watching.

[@lorenschwiderski]

If I knew that the Mac Mini would play nice with a monitor, as is great looking fonts when scaling, I would say the Mini is the way. I bought the iMac, which is good, but the keyboard is so-so, with a Logitech Solar Apple keyboard being way better. The same goes with Magic Mouse, which in use feels terrible compared to a Logitec M510 mouse, and when scrolling the browser window tends to wiggle as times with the not so Magical Mouse. The speakers are OK, but not great bass for music. All in all, everything considered, once I add a M510 mouse, I would say the iMac base model I would rate a good 8 out of 10. I have the silver, bought at Costco, so there is less color to distract and the bezels fit better with the look. I will use the Magic Mouse with the iPad, which I don't use all that much. Never found too much of a use for a tablet, other than to show my photos to people. The $1249 price of the iMac 24" is fair enough, though I might be adding a Logitech keyboard unless I get used to the Apple one -- it might work out over time -- giving it a go. Apple, for the price, could very well have added four type A USB ports, kept the second fan in the base model, and added an extra bass internal or external. Love to see this stripped-down model as a $1,099 iMac without keyboard and mouse with black bezels, and space gray chin. And an Apple logo on the front. Maybe a choice of Apple Logo colors ;)

[@LawrenceBroussard]

I am still glad I got the mac mini after this video!

[@TechGearTalk]

Definitely - it's amazing!

[@ExplorewithJohnny]

Hi, Do you have to buy additional stand for your BenQ EX2780Q 27 monitor? Thanks so much 🙏

[@TechGearTalk]

Hi, it comes with a stand if you want the stand on the desk. I bought that mount because I didn't want a traditional stand. Hope that helps.

[@ThreeTwentyTech]

I personally think the iMac is the better device if you just don't want to worry about anything. It's got an amazing display, state of the art speakers, and a clean and beautiful design. Anyone else agree? 🙋🏻‍♂️

[@TechGearTalk]

Appreciate you sharing your perspective!

[@flappospammo]

I had i7 minis they used to overheat and the fusion drives were crap

[@elrobotito]

Love there is a chapter for the Sponsor. I don't like them that integrated into the video, maybe with a diferent voice volume, and scenario I wouldn't mind.

[@bryans8656]

I moved up from the 2018 mini to the M1 mini as soon as it came out and have a really nice setup, but I still want the iMac too. Sadly, my budget, common sense, (and my wife) say NO.

[@fmpApps]

Create a file to track her costs for beauty parlor, cosmetics, clothing and such and track how expensive her personal expenditures are. Don’t forget the divorce lawyer.

[@bryans8656]

@@fmpApps 🤣🤣🤣

[@PreacherAtArrakeen]

I went from a 27" i7 4ghz, 32gb RAM iMac to: An M1 Mini with16gb RAM and a TB storage. I have the magic keyboard and mouse from the iMac, and I just needed a monitor. So, I found an LG Ultrafine 32" 4k monitor, and with Applecare, it came in under €2,000. The same speced 24" iMac would've cost me over €2,500. The 32" real estate is great. Just what I need for Logic Pro. Oh, yeah, I have a SanDisk external SSD like the one in the vid, and I had to buy a powered hub. I would've needed those in the first place, and besides, I still need to plug things directly into the USB A ports, like the SuperDrive, for example. So, fwiw, for my needs, I would recommend my rig. YMMV, lol. I would've preferred a new iMac. The one I described above cost me €3,300, late 2015. But €2,500+ for a 24" monitor and 16gb RAM and 1 TB storage is not worth it to me. And I don't feel like waiting until the next gen iMacs are released only to find they are out of my budget for what I want.

[@TechGearTalk]

I super appreciate you sharing your decision and how you reached it 🙏🏻

[@John-nw8uj]

I use my 16 RAM 256 on my 42 inch Panasonic TV. As an armature I am more then happy with the screen image, connection by HDMI. Bluetooth connection with my Mac keyboard no problem and my Logitech M507 roller ball connected via USB dongle. JOHN

[@TechGearTalk]

Appreciate you sharing! Sounds like a great setup!

[@wrzl1675]

I have the blue 2020 Air 4 256 and I’m getting ready to add the Mini 256 or maybe a 512. In my humble opinion I think they’ll make a good pairing for my average residential use. I wish they made the Mini in that same blue as the Air 4 but thats just a wish. I really truly like that iMac but the all mighty dollar ( lack thereof ) says, no! I’m just done with this Windows garbage I’ve been using.

[@Chinxize4]

I really couldn't decide which too choose....and constantly re-thought my decision...but I think I'm good to go now with my final decision..thanks so much!! your neutral explanations helped a lot!

[@bearmerica6668]

I had an apple keyboard and magic mouse, got a mac mini 16gb 500gb and dell u2720 27 inch, with the comparable imac, I saved at least $200.00. And then I spent only $60.00 for a 60FPS 1080p with a great mic. I did good ;)

[@yaswanthpasupuleti5009]

Hi i am planning to switch to mac from windows, is it good time to upgrade or shell i wait till next mac release.

[@bryeetsonny9458]

Good time

[@TechGearTalk]

It comes down to needs. I think both of these are great options.

[@Faheem_syed]

I just brought Mac Mini M1 compared to my window pc 32GB i7 9th gen 1660, after effects renders in Mac mini M1 8Gb takes 8sec where as windows it takes 43 secs

[@petercruz1993]

If I was a student I’d just get a MacBook Air and a monitor. You still get the webcam, mic and large monitor but you can go anywhere with the laptop

[@ivanwong4243]

Thumbnail looks sick!

[@TechGearTalk]

Oh, wow - thanks!!!

[@gabrielledavis1072]

Thanks for the video! My iMac just died after 7 years and instead of dropping 2000 plus tax on it again, i think I’ll go with the mac Mini as I already have monitors and the keyboard/mouse 👍🏽

[@JTB--]

If you want a huge monitor the Mac mini is the way to go. But for most the M1 iMac is a great value

[@itstimetogo49]

How would you rate the MacMini (16GB RAM model) for running LR plugins, such as the new Topaz AI program? This program, and others like it, are absolute GPU hogs (my old 2012 Imac stops cold when I try to run a 24mp photo through it). Thanks for your videos...they're great and extremely helpful. New subscriber.

[@mikesbigtank6015]

Aren't they the same thing but the imac has a built in monitor!

[@BartechTV]

Yes. The iMac is essentially a Mac Mini inside a fugly monitor.

[@fmpApps]

Got the low end M1 and the LG 4K monitor. Great. If I go for iMac I will kluge the mini for a Filemaker server.

[@TechGearTalk]

nice!

[@PalacinkyPDX]

IMACs can't adjust the monitor height (other than sticking a book under it) and, ergonomically... that's a fail. 24" is just a bit too small for serious graphics work, that white bezels (ugh) and reflective displays are a pain. Moreover, I don't want to pay for Apple's stinky keyboard and mouse... no thank you. I wish a manufacturer would make a 4-5K monitor with decent speakers and a good built-in webcam... something which would give Mac Mini users some of the same 'all in one' feeling.

[@stefanw07]

Nice video

[@TechGearTalk]

Thank!

[@witz89]

I’m building a gaming PC but I’m a mac user. So think it’ll be best for me to get a MAC mini

[@workingTchr]

Being the end of 2022, I'd go for the minimum 8 ram, 256 storage. The M1 will very soon be replaced by the M2 and, almost for sure, in a couple more years, by the M3 and M4. When that new tech becomes so good you can't say no, then sell your M1 and use that saved money for one of those new machines. In other words, don't think of your computer purchase as an "investment." Like it or not, it's a lease.

[@Exelia]

The iMac 2021 is calling my name.. beautiful machine. Your videos have been so helpful. Also - I downloaded CleanMyMac X on your recommendation and it's great. Thank you!

[@TechGearTalk]

So glad the vides have been helping and that CleanMyMac X is working well!

[@Goodhello369]

The mouse situation is laughable. How many magic mice get thrown in a drawer

[@Sanyu-Tumusiime]

i would just gett the mac mini. i already have a display speakers keyboard and mouse. i don't need the all in one form factor when i have everything already. also i don't care about having a 4k screen or anything. i'm fine with HD and having better performance at 1080p.

[@TechGearTalk]

Sounds like you found the better fit for you!

[@themellowhost]

Oh yes! Everything is perfect! My iMac cam a few days ago and it's wonderful! Love it, nothing like it!

[@TechGearTalk]

Great to hear!

[@ohnoclub]

Ross Gellar?

[@TechGearTalk]

WE WERE ON A BREAK!!! 😂🤣 Thanks for watching and for being part of the channel!

[@ohnoclub]

@@TechGearTalk haha thanks for your content! You've helped me decide to sell my old iMac and get the Mac Mini!

[@arnavaher2826]

Is it just me, or does he somewhat look like Daniel Riccardo?

[@FeiYuenSays]

I keep wanting to get the new iMac because it's cute, but I'm sure I'll be using one of my modded mech keebs and an ergonomic mouse anyway. And I already have a 4k webcam. So what's the point hahaha. Mac Mini makes more sense for me

[@TechGearTalk]

Trish, that makes a lot of sense to me.

[@---us7qf]

I already have a 4K monitor, with a logitech mechanical (low profile) keyboard and matching mouse. What I really want to know is when are they going to release the new 2021 mac Mini?

[@TechGearTalk]

Nice! I can't wait for it either!

[@---us7qf]

@@TechGearTalk that's the thing, I want to upgrade my computer, but don't want to buy this Mac Mini and then have to buy another one a few months later. UGH! The wait is killing me.

[@trip1ex]

imac is just too expensive. YOu get high quality monitor which is worth a lot, but it is really overkill for me. And while my Asus monitor is only 1080p, it is 144hz which is something the iMac doesn't have. I've just never come close to paying ~$700 for a monitor. Also if you add another 8gb of ram to the iMac you are at $1700 before tax. That is a lot. And your storage is still only 256gb. And I feel like I would have to go up to 16gb RAM because of that nice monitor. I wouldn't want to swap that whole thing out because of low ram in 3-4 years. Contrast that to the Mini where 8gb is fine because it is only $600ish and would be easy to swap out with a bigger audience to sell into, much more less depreciation and lower ebay fees and lower shipping... Meanwhile every time you resold an iMac you would be paying depreciation/fees/shipping/insurance on a perfectly good monitor. And $200 for an extra 8gb ram sure feels more expensive on a $600ish Mini. Rather save the $200 for the next upgrade and upgrade sooner. I did do the iMac game in the past and I liked it, but I went back to a gaming pc + Mini as the way to go compared to just an iMac. Not that one can't have both. But that's pretty expensive and too redundant for me. Even now I feel like I could just use an iPad as my Mac. Not quite there yet, but close.

[@briankerrison8504]

Just link you mini to the iMac.. 😎😎👍

[@JohnSmith-zl8rz]

Mini is the King!

[@harjbains8047]

Ok

[@jamesrichardson8140]

was watching until the malware advertisement lmao

[@KelvinKMS]

Huge white bezels and chin that is why I avoid to buy new iMac.

[@BartechTV]

For the same effect, you can buy a Mac Mini, find the ugliest monitor with thick white bezels that you can, attach the Mac Mini to the back of it with a Vesa mount, and throw $600 in the trash. Voila, an iMac.

[@lateeshadooley7695]

Mac mini is better than a iMac processor is way better ! How ever you can get a great monitor 5k that will out burst apple monitors , LG top of the line monitors 🍎 Mac expert 🥰

[@macaron3766]

I would like to see your review on Huawei's Matepad Line (the new ones) 🤍

[@o_o6869]

mac mini is the best thing so far apple did

[@TechGearTalk]

SPEED UP your Mac with CleanMyMac X: geni.us/KOVNBaJ (affiliate) TRY OUT CleanMyMac X for FREE: geni.us/KOVNBaJ (affiliate) What's up everyone?! I hope this comparison between the M1 Mac Mini and the M1 iMac was helpful. Did I cover what you wanted to know? What else did you want to see or learn about? Would love to know what you think. Which one is a better fit for you and why?

[@justint7791]

Hey just wanted to let you know your first link for the Mac mini goes to the hub not the actual Mac Mini. This also goes for your comments of the video. Thanks for you videos!

[@TechGearTalk]

Thank you Justin!!! I updated it! 🙏

[@Bambotb]

iMac is a piece of beauty

[@TechGearTalk]

I think so too.

[@JohnSmith-zl8rz]

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[@aashagupta6876]

Hey first here…..✌️✌️✌️

[@TechGearTalk]

AWESOME!!! I appreciate it!

[@albinleni4211]

are you a complete utuber or do u have any other job

[@TechGearTalk]

I do other work as well

[@tyrantwitness2482]

Clean my Mac X is a con ! It works for only one user on one machine ! I got my money back !

[@TechGearTalk]

Did you buy a single device plan/license? I think they sell multi-device licenses.

[@tyrantwitness2482]

@@TechGearTalk They claim to support family sharing ! They don’t ! They are a rip off !

[@enzodayo2864]

Im your 100th like

[@TechGearTalk]

Nice! Thank you!

[@lindamai3456]

Second?!

[@TechGearTalk]

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[@nobody9706]

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[@TechGearTalk]

YAY!!!