Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro, 24GB, 512GB)vsApple Mac mini (M4 Pro, 48GB, 512GB)
Full specification comparison, benchmark scores, and AI verdict — powered by GadgetDisc.
Full specification comparison, benchmark scores, and AI verdict — powered by GadgetDisc.
Apple
Mac mini (M4 Pro, 48GB, 512GB)
82
Overall Score
$1,599
Overall Score
82/100
82/100
Gaming Score
✓82/100
80/100
Productivity Score
✓77/100
68/100
Display Score
73/100
N/A
Portability Score
78/100
N/A
Value Score
100/100
100/100
CPU Model
Apple M4 Pro
Apple M4 Pro
CPU Cores
14 cores
14 cores
Boost Clock
—
—
GPU Model
20-core GPU
20-core GPU
VRAM
48GB
48GB
RAM
24GB Unified
✓48GB Unified
Storage
512GB SSD
512GB SSD
Screen Size
14.2"
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Panel Type
Mini-LED
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Refresh Rate
120Hz
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Resolution
3024×1964
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Touch Screen
No
No
HDR
Yes
No
Weight
1.6 kg
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Thickness
—
—
Battery Capacity
70.8Wh
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Battery Life
22hr
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WiFi
WiFi 6E
WiFi 6E
Bluetooth
—
—
USB-A Ports
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✓1×
USB-C Ports
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✓1×
Thunderbolt
Yes
Yes
HDMI
2.1
2.1
SD Card
Yes
No
Starting Price
$1,999
✓$1,599
The Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro, 24GB, 512GB) and Apple Mac mini (M4 Pro, 48GB, 512GB) are very closely matched in our overall scoring. The right pick depends on which specific attributes matter most to you.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro, 24GB, 512GB) starts at $1,999 and the Apple Mac mini (M4 Pro, 48GB, 512GB) at $1,599. That's a $400 price difference.
Both laptops have Mini-LED panels. The Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro, 24GB, 512GB) has a higher 120Hz refresh rate vs. 0Hz on the Apple Mac mini (M4 Pro, 48GB, 512GB) — better for gaming and smooth scrolling.
Weight data is not available for both models. Check individual spec pages for portability details.
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