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expiredrahmav001 posted Dec 19, 2024 5:42 PM

Costco Members: Apple Mac Mini Desktop Computer: M2 Chip, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD (2023)

$300

$599

49% off
(Select Stores, In-Store Only)at Costco Wholesale
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Select Costco Wholesale Stores (link for reference only) have for their Members: Apple Mac Mini Desktop Computer (2023 Model, ‎MMFJ3LL/A, Item 1652668) for $299.97 (In-Store Only).

Thanks to Community Member rahmav001 for finding this deal.

Note: Availability/price may vary by location

Specs:
  • Apple M2 Octa-Core Processor
  • 10-Core Integrated GPU
  • 8GB Unified Memory
  • 256GB Integrated NVMe PCIe Solid State Drive
  • 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E / Bluetooth 5.3
  • Ports:
    • 2x USB Type-A
    • 2x Thunderbolt 4
    • 1x HDMI
    • 1x Headphone Jack
    • 1x Gigabit Ethernet

Editor's Notes

Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • About this product:
  • About this store:
    • If you don’t have a Costco Warehouse Membership, you can sign-up here
    • Details of Costco's return policy here.

Original Post

Written by rahmav001
Community Notes
About the Poster
Deal Details
Community Notes
About the Poster
Select Costco Wholesale Stores (link for reference only) have for their Members: Apple Mac Mini Desktop Computer (2023 Model, ‎MMFJ3LL/A, Item 1652668) for $299.97 (In-Store Only).

Thanks to Community Member rahmav001 for finding this deal.

Note: Availability/price may vary by location

Specs:
  • Apple M2 Octa-Core Processor
  • 10-Core Integrated GPU
  • 8GB Unified Memory
  • 256GB Integrated NVMe PCIe Solid State Drive
  • 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E / Bluetooth 5.3
  • Ports:
    • 2x USB Type-A
    • 2x Thunderbolt 4
    • 1x HDMI
    • 1x Headphone Jack
    • 1x Gigabit Ethernet

Editor's Notes

Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • About this product:
  • About this store:
    • If you don’t have a Costco Warehouse Membership, you can sign-up here
    • Details of Costco's return policy here.

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Written by rahmav001

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LLcj
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I do believe it's personal, based on how it's used and someone's financial situation.

- If you're doing anything taxing, M2/8GB might not make you happy. I had a similar spec MB Air M2/8GB that stunk for work. I used a lot of SaaS apps and did research, so lot's of browser tabs. And Zoom calls would have choppy video. I had to reboot daily to make sure things would keep running smooth. YMMV!

- $500 (if you buy student discount or at Microcenter etc) is 66% more than $300. If spending $300 on a computer is already a lot for you or budgets are tight, the extra $200 is a pretty big deal (and with the Costco warranty, this adds some extra protection without AppleCare). If you already aren't batting an eye at $500, and you want the added value of the new M4 and 16gb, then you're going to lean that way.

Is it right for you? Maybe. I think it's a matter of intended use and financial situation.
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Siwy12
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Would jump on this if it was 16GB
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abstraxion
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Hot take: if you don't know how much RAM you need, 8GB might just be sufficient for your needs. I still use my M1 Air w/ 8GB every day - it's gotten more usable with Chrome's new active tab suspension/management.
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Would jump on this if it was 16GB
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NSN07Dec 19, 2024 6:20 PM
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This deal is better than BB openbox deal, if you can find one at your local store.
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Siwy12Dec 19, 2024 6:21 PM
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Local stores around me OOS (Tampa area)
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OOS even for delivery. (SE PA)
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dead deal. OOS
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Picked one up via same day delivery. Hope its in stock.
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nizmoz44Dec 19, 2024 6:24 PM
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Quote from biggiebri :
Agreed. 8GB and 256Gb is doodoo.

I GUESS it could stand in for an AppleTV, but then, just get and AppleTv.
It works fine for most people. We have the M1 version and its quick and works good. Apple uses their memory differently than Windows systems with their M chips.

dead OOS
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BipolarDec 19, 2024 6:24 PM
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Not worth it when 200 bucks gets and significantly more powerful Mac mini
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Quote from nizmoz44 :
It works fine for most people. We have the M1 version and its quick and works good. Apple uses their memory differently than Windows systems with their M chips.

dead OOS
Ya - I've got a M2 MacBook Air with 24GB RAM and 512GB. I've actually ran out of memory for some tasks. I do memory intensive things (3D modeling, and whatnot.)

I know that's not everyone, but I know that 8GB is no longer good enough. Apple agrees - they've gone to 16GB min for their M4 series.
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flmiaDec 19, 2024 6:32 PM
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Quote from biggiebri :
Agreed. 8GB and 256Gb is doodoo. I GUESS it could stand in for an AppleTV, but then, just get and AppleTv.
It's super fast and runs macos really well much better than most pcs ... still 16 is better
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flmiaDec 19, 2024 6:33 PM
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Quote from biggiebri :
Ya - I've got a M2 MacBook Air with 24GB RAM and 512GB. I've actually ran out of memory for some tasks. I do memory intensive things (3D modeling, and whatnot.)I know that's not everyone, but I know that 8GB is no longer good enough. Apple agrees - they've gone to 16GB min for their M4 series.
Again, runs macos perfect for most users
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Hot take: if you don't know how much RAM you need, 8GB might just be sufficient for your needs. I still use my M1 Air w/ 8GB every day - it's gotten more usable with Chrome's new active tab suspension/management.
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remaindersDec 19, 2024 6:38 PM
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TU. $300 is good deal

but is it worth extra $200 for the new Mac Mini? I'm thinking it is...

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