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Oct 15, 2025 6:37 PM

Apple Mac Mini Desktop (2024): M4 10-Core CPU / GPU, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD

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Best Buy has Apple Mac Mini Desktop: M4 10-Core, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD (2024, MU9D3LL/A) on sale for $499. Shipping is free or select free store pickup where available.
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Amazon has Apple Mac Mini Desktop: M4 10-Core, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD (2024, MU9D3LL/A) on sale for $499. Shipping is free.

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Specs:
  • Apple M4 10-Core CPU with 4 performance cores and 6 efficiency cores
  • 10-Core Integrated GPU
  • 16-Core Neural Engine
  • 16GB Unified Memory
  • 256GB Integrated NVMe PCIe Solid State Drive
  • 802.11ax WiFi 6E / Bluetooth 5.3
  • macOS
  • Ports:
    • 2x USB-C
    • 3x Thunderbolt 4
    • 1x HDMI
    • 1x 3.5 mm headphone jack with advanced support for high-impedance headphones
    • 1x Gigabit Ethernet

Editor's Notes

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  • About this deal:
    • MU9D3LL/A price matches the previous +93 FP deal.
    • Please see original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • About this product:
    • 1-year warranty
  • About this store:

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Best Buy has Apple Mac Mini Desktop: M4 10-Core, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD (2024, MU9D3LL/A) on sale for $499. Shipping is free or select free store pickup where available.
  • Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location
Amazon has Apple Mac Mini Desktop: M4 10-Core, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD (2024, MU9D3LL/A) on sale for $499. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Hunter phoinix for finding this deal.

Specs:
  • Apple M4 10-Core CPU with 4 performance cores and 6 efficiency cores
  • 10-Core Integrated GPU
  • 16-Core Neural Engine
  • 16GB Unified Memory
  • 256GB Integrated NVMe PCIe Solid State Drive
  • 802.11ax WiFi 6E / Bluetooth 5.3
  • macOS
  • Ports:
    • 2x USB-C
    • 3x Thunderbolt 4
    • 1x HDMI
    • 1x 3.5 mm headphone jack with advanced support for high-impedance headphones
    • 1x Gigabit Ethernet

Editor's Notes

Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • MU9D3LL/A price matches the previous +93 FP deal.
    • Please see original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • About this product:
    • 1-year warranty
  • About this store:

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Written by phoinix | Staff

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marvin83
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I got in on the "used-like new" during prime day for $318. Just set it up last night and it was basically brand new. Support said it was still good through March, I added purchase date and it pushed through October 2026. And I have 60 days if I want to add AppleCare+. Great deal.
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Surge99
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Check open box at micro center. I got it for $360ish a month ago. Even gave me 60 days to activate apple care if I wanted too, but did not.
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DJ-GMONEY
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I'm sure the M5 Mac Mini is around the corner which means these will probably go cheaper. I'll wait.
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Community Reviews

The 2024 Mac mini with M4, 16GB RAM, and 256GB SSD is drawing attention as a compact desktop that feels much smaller than the M1 model while handling migration smoothly. The graphics gains stand out, and the base configuration is being used for everyday work and even video editing without trouble. The main knocks are the tight 256GB storage and, for heavier multitasking, 16GB RAM can feel limiting. Pricing has also been seen lower at Micro Center and Best Buy, with some bundles adding longer warranty coverage.

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  • Yes. Micro Center has been seen at $449 in-store, Best Buy has price-matched Micro Center, Costco has had it at $499 with a 2-year warranty, and AAFES has been mentioned at $469 with no tax for military shoppers.

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  • An M5 Mac mini has not been announced, but the M4 mini is expected to stay discounted until the next model arrives. If you want to avoid timing risk, the current $499 price is already considered a strong buy.

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  • It can be limiting if you store large apps, libraries, or media projects locally. Fast external storage over USB-C 10Gbps or Thunderbolt, or network storage on a LAN, is the practical workaround.

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  • Yes. The coverage window has been reported as 60 days to add AppleCare+, and one unit's purchase date could be adjusted so coverage extended through October 2026.

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  • For many people, yes, including video editing and general use, but heavy multitasking or Parallels can push it into swap. If your workflow is browser-heavy or uses virtual machines and multiple apps, 24GB or 32GB would be safer.

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Oct 15, 2025 6:55 PM
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Glock187Oct 15, 2025 6:55 PM
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I was waiting for this to get back down to $499. Glad I waited instead of purchasing a used Mac Mini on eBay or Amazon.
Oct 15, 2025 7:05 PM
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Quote from Glock187 View quoted comment :
I was waiting for this to get back down to $499. Glad I waited instead of purchasing a used Mac Mini on eBay or Amazon.
I got in on the "used-like new" during prime day for $318. Just set it up last night and it was basically brand new. Support said it was still good through March, I added purchase date and it pushed through October 2026. And I have 60 days if I want to add AppleCare+. Great deal.
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Oct 15, 2025 7:15 PM
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Glock187Oct 15, 2025 7:15 PM
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Quote from marvin83 View quoted comment :
I got in on the "used-like new" during prime day for $318. Just set it up last night and it was basically brand new. Support said it was still good through March, I added purchase date and it pushed through October 2026. And I have 60 days if I want to add AppleCare+.Great dea!
Yeah I missed the boat on that one. Good for you!
Oct 15, 2025 7:31 PM
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mr.tacoboyOct 15, 2025 7:31 PM
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Any chance micro center will have the $450 sale again?
Oct 15, 2025 7:33 PM
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Quote from mr.tacoboy View quoted comment :
Any chance micro center will have the $450 sale again?
Check open box at micro center. I got it for $360ish a month ago. Even gave me 60 days to activate apple care if I wanted too, but did not.
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Oct 15, 2025 7:36 PM
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icebrg5Oct 15, 2025 7:36 PM
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Do these go any cheaper around black Friday / Christmas ?
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Oct 15, 2025 7:55 PM
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I'm sure the M5 Mac Mini is around the corner which means these will probably go cheaper. I'll wait.
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Oct 15, 2025 7:56 PM
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wquineOct 15, 2025 7:56 PM
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Quote from icebrg5 View quoted comment :
Do these go any cheaper around black Friday / Christmas ?
the question we all be wondering jugg
Oct 15, 2025 8:01 PM
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wquineOct 15, 2025 8:01 PM
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Amazon has it at same price https://www.amazon.com/Apple-2024...9hdGY&th=1
Oct 15, 2025 8:01 PM
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gmangsxr750Oct 15, 2025 8:01 PM
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The Mac Mini M4 basic has been this price for a few weeks across various retailers.

I got mine for $499 from Costco a week or so ago because they have a 2 year warranty be default
Oct 15, 2025 8:03 PM
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oakleezOct 15, 2025 8:03 PM
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Quote from icebrg5 View quoted comment :
Do these go any cheaper around black Friday / Christmas ?
Hard to say, they released the macbook pro / ipad pro M5 models today... but no sign of M5 macbook air or mini yet. I'm guessing the M4 mini will stay discounted until they drop the M5 model.
Oct 15, 2025 8:04 PM
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MonzellOct 15, 2025 8:04 PM
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$499 is the regular price on the edu apple site (no verification) & if you can get gift cards at a discount it makes it even cheaper
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GettingnowhereOct 15, 2025 8:28 PM
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Quote from Glock187 View quoted comment :
I was waiting for this to get back down to $499. Glad I waited instead of purchasing a used Mac Mini on eBay or Amazon.
AAFES has not for $469 with no tax if you got a friend in the military.
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GettingnowhereOct 15, 2025 8:28 PM
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Quote from marvin83 View quoted comment :
I got in on the "used-like new" during prime day for $318. Just set it up last night and it was basically brand new. Support said it was still good through March, I added purchase date and it pushed through October 2026. And I have 60 days if I want to add AppleCare+. Great deal.
I got the same deal as well. But I already have an M1 Mac Mini so I'm debating if I actually want to keep it. Granted it is crazy cheap.

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Oct 15, 2025 8:31 PM
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marvin83Oct 15, 2025 8:31 PM
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Quote from Gettingnowhere View quoted comment :
I got the same deal as well. But I already have an M1 Mac Mini so I'm debating if I actually want to keep it. Granted it is crazy cheap.
Yeah, I have an M1 as well and not sure what to do with it now. I ran the migration over and all came over OK. But wow, the footprint is soooo much smaller with the M4.

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