YouTube channel Max Tech compared the M4 chip to the M1, M2, and M2 Pro in various tests. The results reveal that the base M4 Mac mini outperforms the M2 Pro model in multi-core performance and the Cinebench 2024 GPU test.
Benchmark Results
Here's a summary of the key benchmark findings:
Benchmark | M4 | M2 Pro |
---|---|---|
Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 3828 | 2701 |
Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 15022 | 15007 |
Cinebench R24 GPU | 4035 | 3175 |
The M4 also showed significant improvements in video editing and 3D rendering tasks, outperforming the M2 Pro in a Final Cut Pro 4K video export test and a Blender 3D rendering test.
Price and Performance
Even if real-world performance varies, the substantial $1,000 price difference between the M4 and M2 Pro Mac minis makes the M4 an incredibly compelling value. The new Mac mini also features a refreshed design and a more efficient thermal solution.