Apple Mac Mini MGEM2LL/A

A compact desktop computer tested with OS X Yosemite 10.10, an Intel Core i5 1.4GHz processor, 4GB of memory, a 500GB hard drive, Intel HD Graphics 5000 graphics, and a built-in mono speaker.

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Performance

/ 5

Versatility

/ 5

Ergonomics

/ 5

Display

/ 5

Speakers

/ 5

Color

/ 5

Touch screen

/ 5

Detailed Test Results

Performance: Overall this desktop's performance was very good. Tasks like email, word processing and web browsing will be accomplished quickly and you can even accomplish tougher tasks like video editing and mid-range gaming near top speed.

Ergonomics: Unlike many desktops, this Apple does not include a keyboard or mouse, which are sold separately. You can't easily replace the hard drive. The power button is not in a convenient location, and is either hard to access, or easy to press accidentally.

Useful features and attributes on this model include: Has fast 802.11ac WiFi. You can connect common external devices such as hard drives and Blu-ray burners using Thunderbolt for maximum performance. Gigabit Ethernet provides fast transfer of data over a local network. Digital audio out sends a digital audio signal to speakers or your home theater.

Downsides: There's no VGA video connector, or a separate adapter is required. There's no optical drive like a CD or DVD reader, so you'll have to buy an external drive if you need one. This desktop comes with 3 months of tech support.

About

The Apple Mac Mini MGEM2LL/A is a compact desktop computer. It has 4GB of memory and a 500GB hard drive. It has an Intel Core i5 1.4GHz processor and Intel HD Graphics 5000 video adapter but no dedicated video memory. It is not suitable for high-performance gaming. But it lacks an optical drive for burning CDs or DVDs. It comes with OS X Yosemite 10.10 pre-installed.

The Mac Mini MGEM2LL/A has a built-in memory-card reader for digital photography, and 4 total USB ports. It supports WiFi 802.11ac, so it's compatible with the latest high-speed routers.

The Mac Mini MGEM2LL/A measures 7.8 inches wide by 1.4 inches high by 7.7 inches deep. It's backed by a 12-month warranty, with 3 months of tech support.

Brand Reliability & Satisfaction

#? in Reliability of all Desktop Computer Brands

Did the brand perform consistently well over time?

PREDICTED RELIABILITY SCORE

/ 100

Ranked #? of 10

Would our members recommend this brand?

OWNER SATISFACTION SCORE

/ 100

Ranked #? of 10

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Features & Specs

Features

Suitable for gaming

Wireless mouse

Wireless keyboard

Memory-card reader

Yes

Voice command

Built-in webcam

SD/MMC reader

MS (Memory Stick) reader

Blu-ray reader

Built-in microphone

Touchpad

xD reader

Number of speakers

Specs

Form factor

Display size (in.)

Operating system (as tested)

OS X Yosemite 10.10

Processor brand

Processor model name

Memory (GB)

Storage (GB)

500

Integrated graphics brand

Integrated graphics model

Dedicated graphics brand

Dedicated graphics model

Native resolution

Max Refresh Rate (Hz)

Optical drive

None

Height (in.)

1.4

Width (in.)

7.8

Depth (in.)

7.7

Warranty length (mos.)

Tech support length (mos.)

Video adapter

Intel HD Graphics 5000

EPEAT level

Energy Star

Video memory (GB)

LCD resolution

Processor

Core i5 1.4GHz

Blu-ray or DVD

Connections

WiFi

Yes

Ethernet

Digital video out

Yes

Thunderbolt port

Yes

Number of free USB ports

USB port

HDMI video out

Yes

HDMI video in

DisplayPort video out

Yes

Analog surround sound out

Free memory slot

VGA video out

Gigabit Ethernet

Yes

Optical digital audio out

Yes

DVI video out

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Apple Mac Mini MGEM2LL/A

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