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expiredLaotzu3 posted Mar 03, 2023 11:16 PM

Select Costco Stores: Apple Mac Mini: M1, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD (Late 2020 Model)

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Select Costco Wholesale Stores (link for reference only) [store locator] offer Costco Members: Apple Mac Mini Compact Computer w/ Apple M1 Chip (Late 2020 Model, MGNR3LL/A) on closeout for $399.97 valid for In-Store Purchase Only where stock permits (request item # 1486314).

Thanks to community member Laotzu3 for finding this deal.
  • Note: Inventory availability nay vary by location.

Specs:
  • Apple M1 Octa-Core Processor (4x high-performance + 4x high-efficiency)
  • 8-Core Integrated GPU
  • 8GB RAM (onboard)
  • 256GB Integrated NVMe PCIe Solid State Drive
  • 802.11ax WiFi 6 / Bluetooth 5.0
  • Ports:
    • 2x USB Type-A (USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 1)
    • 2x Thunderbolt 3 USB Type C (supports DisplayPort / HDMI / VGA & Power Delivery)
    • 1x HDMI 2.0 (output)
    • 1x 3.5 mm Headphone
    • 1x Ethernet

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  • About this deal:
    • Offer valid at participating locations while supplies last.
  • Ratings & Reviews:
    • Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 1,423 customer reviews.
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Select Costco Wholesale Stores (link for reference only) [store locator] offer Costco Members: Apple Mac Mini Compact Computer w/ Apple M1 Chip (Late 2020 Model, MGNR3LL/A) on closeout for $399.97 valid for In-Store Purchase Only where stock permits (request item # 1486314).

Thanks to community member Laotzu3 for finding this deal.
  • Note: Inventory availability nay vary by location.

Specs:
  • Apple M1 Octa-Core Processor (4x high-performance + 4x high-efficiency)
  • 8-Core Integrated GPU
  • 8GB RAM (onboard)
  • 256GB Integrated NVMe PCIe Solid State Drive
  • 802.11ax WiFi 6 / Bluetooth 5.0
  • Ports:
    • 2x USB Type-A (USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 1)
    • 2x Thunderbolt 3 USB Type C (supports DisplayPort / HDMI / VGA & Power Delivery)
    • 1x HDMI 2.0 (output)
    • 1x 3.5 mm Headphone
    • 1x Ethernet

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Offer valid at participating locations while supplies last.
  • Ratings & Reviews:
    • Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 1,423 customer reviews.
  • Additional Note:
    • Please refer to the Forum Thread for further discussion regarding this deal.

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Laotzu3
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According to most reports M2 is 20% faster but it's disk access is 50% slower while the price is 33% more.

To get disk access on par with M1 you need to pay $200 to upgrade to 512gb ($799 or $699)
Laotzu3
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Recent mac's are not upgradeable in either ram or sdd unfortunately.
chi
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There's a slow SSD controversy on the M2 base models. The M1 base models have 2 SSDs while the M2 base models have only 1 SSD so there can be data bottlenecks.

https://youtu.be/bF_Lbdqfowo

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Mar 08, 2023 03:18 AM
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dcliveMar 08, 2023 03:18 AM
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Quote from kgorilla :
It's not hard it's just disappointing at this price point like a brand new car where the driver door won't open, you just get in the passenger side, pretty lame.
...at $399? Be serious. I can get a junker PC made of plastic that will depreciate overnight to half what I paid or less, or I can get a fast Mac.
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Mar 08, 2023 03:23 AM
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Mar 08, 2023 03:23 AM
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Quote from dclive :
...at $399? Be serious. I can get a junker PC made of plastic that will depreciate overnight to half what I paid or less, or I can get a fast Mac.
The cheap windows PC will power multiple displays without using displaylink tho.
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Mar 08, 2023 03:42 AM
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TheZanderMar 08, 2023 03:42 AM
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Quote from pacmantech :
I run my M1 mini as a Plex media server and some other home servers/storage tasks. It is a great machine. No brained for $400. You'll get lots of years and good performance from this model mini.
Really considering doing this myself. Options I've used as a Plex server include the following: my primary desktop runs 24/7, an mITX AMD APU Build, or an older i5 Intel NUC. The primary desktop is an AMD 5950X monster with fast SSDs, and a 3090 for CUDA accelerated encoding, conversion, etc. But that requires it running 24/7. Not super efficient. The AMD mITX does well, but doesn't have Intel quicksync or CUDA capabilities. The NUC is pretty good, and very quiet and efficient, but I have repurposed them for other tasks right now. (HTPC upstairs, and one with an eGPU for a kids gaming PC). How would the M1 compare to the Intel NUC? I'm betting it can run 24/7 on less power, even under heavy use. Seems like a really good little Plex server PC for the money that can also function as a nice Mac computer in a pinch.
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Mar 08, 2023 06:11 AM
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MaroonSardine758Mar 08, 2023 06:11 AM
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how would this do as a gaming machine, for some light gaming? sorry if it is a dumb question i really dont have any games but i am considering between a gaming console, a gaming pc or this
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flightxxxMar 08, 2023 07:57 AM
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Whats the best monitor (preferably Atleast 21 inches)under $150 to go with this?
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Mar 08, 2023 09:50 AM
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Laotzu3
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Mar 08, 2023 09:50 AM
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For all the doubters and haters about 8gb ram or 256gb ssd or Apple Silicon or even MacOS itself, I have a simple suggestion.

Just locate a Costco with stock, buy one at $399 and try it out. Odds are that the M1 architecture with MacOS will surprise you.

And if not, you have 90 days to return it at Costco.

At least then you will be able to comment on future forums with the authority that only comes from experience😊
Last edited by Laotzu3 March 8, 2023 at 03:30 AM.
Mar 08, 2023 10:30 AM
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SmilingCheetah2731Mar 08, 2023 10:30 AM
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Quote from pacmantech :
I run my M1 mini as a Plex media server and some other home servers/storage tasks. It is a great machine. No brained for $400. You'll get lots of years and good performance from this model mini.
What do you use for storage?
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Mar 08, 2023 11:12 AM
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pradeeproxMar 08, 2023 11:12 AM
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Thanks, OP...in for one
As of last Sunday, 2 remaining in the Costco at Springfield, MA
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Mar 08, 2023 11:16 AM
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mbacko1Mar 08, 2023 11:16 AM
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I've had one of these for a couple of years. Very good fast machine. If you are worried about storage run a NAS or use an external device. This thing is a no brainer at this price.
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dcliveMar 08, 2023 12:10 PM
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Quote from kgorilla :
The cheap windows PC will power multiple displays without using displaylink tho.
It runs one with just an hdmi cable.
It runs two with one additional inexpensive adapter.
It runs three with two additional inexpensive adapters.

Is this really something to care about for a $399 computer? Seriously? I don't know anyone with 3 monitors, but if I did I'd bet they aren't plugging them into entry level machines.
Last edited by dclive March 8, 2023 at 05:13 AM.
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dcliveMar 08, 2023 12:11 PM
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Quote from TheZander :
Really considering doing this myself. Options I've used as a Plex server include the following: my primary desktop runs 24/7, an mITX AMD APU Build, or an older i5 Intel NUC. The primary desktop is an AMD 5950X monster with fast SSDs, and a 3090 for CUDA accelerated encoding, conversion, etc. But that requires it running 24/7. Not super efficient. The AMD mITX does well, but doesn't have Intel quicksync or CUDA capabilities. The NUC is pretty good, and very quiet and efficient, but I have repurposed them for other tasks right now. (HTPC upstairs, and one with an eGPU for a kids gaming PC). How would the M1 compare to the Intel NUC? I'm betting it can run 24/7 on less power, even under heavy use. Seems like a really good little Plex server PC for the money that can also function as a nice Mac computer in a pinch.
I would stick with using the NUC. Far simpler, just run you MM / HTPC stuff on that machine. Less complexity. Less stuff.
Mar 08, 2023 12:13 PM
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dcliveMar 08, 2023 12:13 PM
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Quote from SmilingCheetah2731 :
What do you use for storage?
I use an i7 miniPC and a NAS. Far easier to separate the two.
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dcliveMar 08, 2023 12:19 PM
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Quote from HE1 :
These are my general speeds posted. I watch my transfer speeds during every file extraction.
Where are you pulling data from?
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mookothekingMar 08, 2023 02:19 PM
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Can this mac mini run a 4k monitor at 120hz?
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JimmdeanMar 08, 2023 02:33 PM
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Quote from mookotheking :
Can this mac mini run a 4k monitor at 120hz?

possibly. not with the hdmi port though. you'd have to use a TB port and it is highly dependent on the target display and cable/adapter used.

Edit: People are having success with a specific Cable Matters-brand TB>HDMI cable with the LG OLED C2's - check out the forums over on macrumors.
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