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General

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Series

Mac mini12Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 7 October 2026Current technical specification heading Mac mini. It distinguishes M6 and M5 Pro chip configurations. Only the selected M6 16 GB / 256 GB base hardware is represented here.

AI X1 Pro1Maker product pageminisforum.com/products/ai-x1-pro-470Read 8 October 2026

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

MHQK4LL/A, MHQK4ZD/A, A35345Spec databaseiclarified.com/p1301/mac-mini-m6-16gb-ram-256gb-ssdRead 30 September 2026Item Details: Order Number MHQK4LL/A, Chip M6 (12 CPU / 12 GPU), Memory 16 GB, Storage 256 GB. Scope: public SKU table. Launch price is not taken from the retailer.7Maker product pageapple.com/de/shop/buy-mac/mac-miniRead 30 September 2026German base M6 store record MHQK4ZD/A uses the same CPU, memory and storage option codes as the verified US 16/256 part. The country kit differs. Scope: store data mapping corroborated by the US public capacity table. Codes are not decoded by guessing.28Spec databasehmc-tech.com/desktops/mac-mini-m6-mid-2026Read 7 October 2026Exact M6 base 16 GB / 256 GB profile Info: Model Number 1: A3534. EveryMac's public M6 title independently maps A3534 to M6. Official EPEAT lists A3534 / A3535 for combined M6 or M5 Pro family. Only A3534 is added. This is a broader hardware regulatory identifier, not a new sold SKU row.

AI X1 Pro-470, X1 PRO-470(32+1T)1Maker product pageminisforum.com/products/ai-x1-pro-470Read 8 October 2026Maker calls the product AI X1 Pro 470. Exact retail manufacturer part is X1 PRO-470(32+1T).

GTIN / EAN

19595102108932Retailer pageabt.com/Apple-Mac-mini-Desktop-M6-16GB-Unified-Memory-256GB-SSD-in-Silver-MHQK4LLA/p/248219.htmlRead 10 October 2026UPC # 195951021089 on the MHQK4LL/A listing, M6 with 16 GB and 256 GB. The same UPC is the first entry of ENERGY STAR record 4693494, the 16 GB record. Only the US part is stored.

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

25 August 20262Maker product pageapple.com/newsroom/2026/08/apple-unveils-a-more-powerful-mac-mini-featuring-the-all-new-m6-and-m5-proRead 30 September 2026Apple release of Aug 25, 2026: Mac mini M6 starts at US$899. In customers' hands and stores Sep 22. Scope: manufacturer launch publication.

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Status

Available4Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2026/09/the-new-mac-mini-and-mac-studio-are-available-todayRead 30 September 2026Available Today release of Sep 22 identifies the new Mac mini and macOS 27. Scope: current generation.

Available9Maker product pagestore.minisforum.com/products/minisforum-ai-x1-pro-470-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026US maker store offers the exact HX 470 / 32 GB RAM / 1 TB SSD / US configuration. Its public product data marks this variant available. Barebone and larger-memory offerings are excluded.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

Apple Mac mini (M4, 2024)24Reviewtomsguide.com/computing/apple-desktops/mac-mini-m6-reasons-to-buy-and-skipRead 7 October 2026A nearly identical design section explicitly says Mac mini M6 is the direct successor of Mac mini M4. Links the existing M4 base catalog entry. M4 Pro / M5 Pro branch is separate. This is generation lineage, not hardware inheritance.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$8992Maker product pageapple.com/newsroom/2026/08/apple-unveils-a-more-powerful-mac-mini-featuring-the-all-new-m6-and-m5-proRead 30 September 2026

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Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€1,0493Press releaseapple.com/de/newsroom/2026/08/apple-unveils-a-more-powerful-mac-mini-featuring-the-all-new-m6-and-m5-proRead 30 September 2026German Apple launch release, Preise und Verfügbarkeit: Mac mini M6 starts at EUR 1049. Scope: German launch MSRP including VAT. Education price is excluded.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, DE6Maker product pageapple.com/shop/buy-mac/mac-miniRead 30 September 2026US store base M6 record MHQK4LL/A. Scope: regional identity.7Maker product pageapple.com/de/shop/buy-mac/mac-miniRead 30 September 2026

US1Maker product pageminisforum.com/products/ai-x1-pro-470Read 8 October 2026Exact maker product page offers the 32 GB RAM and 1 TB SSD configuration with US adapter and explicitly offers US shipping. Canadian SKU corroboration is separate from this US availability evidence.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Silver1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 2026M6 specs: Silver, 127 x 127 x 50 mm, 0.67 kg, aluminum enclosure. 12-core CPU = 2 super + 4 P + 6 E, 12-core GPU on chip. 16 GB unified memory, configurable to 32 GB. 256 GB SSD. Front: 2 USB-C 10 Gbps and audio. Rear: 3 Thunderbolt 4 USB-C 40 Gbps with DisplayPort, HDMI and 2.5 Gb Ethernet. N1 Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6. ENERGY STAR. Box: Mac mini and 1.8 m power cord. Scope: M6 base configuration. M5 Pro options are excluded.

Silver11Retailer pagenewegg.com/minisforum-barebone-systems-mini-pc-deskmini/p/2SW-002G-000Z5Read 8 October 2026MINISFORUM listing for the completed HX 470 / 32 GB DDR5 / 1 TB SSD configuration names the colour Silver. The separate barebone listing is not used.

SegmentiUse the maker's product category. Do not assign a use case from performance or appearance alone.

Mini PC1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 2026

Mini PC1Maker product pageminisforum.com/products/ai-x1-pro-470Read 8 October 2026

Form factoriThe maker's stated chassis class. Generic tower does not imply a full, mid or mini tower tier.

Mini PC1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 2026

Mini PC1Maker product pageminisforum.com/products/ai-x1-pro-470Read 8 October 2026

Case

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Case dimensionsiChassis width, height and depth in the stated orientation. Source notes identify feet, handles or brackets excluded by the maker. An all-in-one is measured with its included stand when the maker gives both sizes.

Width127Height50Depth127mm(5 × 2 × 5 in)1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 2026

Width195Height47.5Depth195mm(7.7 × 1.9 × 7.7 in)1Maker product pageminisforum.com/products/ai-x1-pro-470Read 8 October 2026Maker states LWH 195 x 195 x 42.5/47.5 mm. The published larger height 47.5 mm is retained for the assembled system, also stated by the matching review. The maker does not explain the height alternatives or bracket/feet scope, so no extra exclusion is inferred. Upright stand orientation is separate.8Reviewtechradar.com/computing/minisforum-ai-x1-pro-470-mini-pc-reviewRead 5 October 2026Design section independently states 195 x 195 x 47.5 mm assembled size.

Case volumeiVolume published by the maker. It may differ from the outer dimensions multiplied together.

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WeightiPublished system weight for the stated configuration. Source notes distinguish maximum, approximate and starting weights. An all-in-one is weighed with its included stand when the maker gives both weights.

0.67kg(1.5 lb)1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 2026

1.5kg(3.3 lb)1Maker product pageminisforum.com/products/ai-x1-pro-470Read 8 October 2026Maker system weight is 1.5 kg. This is a published claim, not the different measured 1.3 kg review unit.

Case model

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Case materialsiPublished materials of the enclosure and panels, not every internal component. An edition with other panels, such as a wood front, can differ, so it is per variant.

Aluminium1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 2026

Other, Plastic3Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0900/3319/3266/files/MINISFORUM_Product_Manual_2026.pdfRead 5 October 2026Original maker spread explicitly calls the body metal. Metal type is unspecified, so use other. Matching reviewer additionally identifies the plastic bottom panel.7Reviewtomshardware.com/desktops/mini-pcs/minisforum-ai-x1-pro-470-reviewRead 5 October 2026Matching hands-on review identifies a metal alloy shell. TechRadar Design section additionally explicitly identifies the plastic bottom. Precise alloy remains unstated.8Reviewtechradar.com/computing/minisforum-ai-x1-pro-470-mini-pc-reviewRead 5 October 2026Design section explicitly describes metal top/sides and plastic base for the 32 GB/1 TB unit. Its wireless table says Intel BE200 while Tom's actual fitted card is MediaTek MT7925, so wifi_module remains omitted. Benchmarks are excluded because this reviewer added a 4 TB Samsung SSD and does not clearly separate all benchmark results before/after that change. Cinebench version is also unstated.

Side panel

Solid23Reviewtheguardian.com/technology/2026/sep/29/mac-mini-m6-reviewRead 7 October 2026Review: solid aluminium body. Integral side wall.30Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/127958Read 7 October 2026Exact M6/M5 Pro exploded housing drawing item 13 viewed. Continuous solid side wall, not mesh/glass.

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Front panel

Solid23Reviewtheguardian.com/technology/2026/sep/29/mac-mini-m6-reviewRead 7 October 2026Review: solid aluminium body around front ports.30Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/127958Read 7 October 2026Same exact housing drawing item 13 shows continuous solid front wall around USB-C/audio openings. Bottom ventilation is separate.

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Tool-less side paneliWhether the side panel can be opened without a tool after any shipping or security screw is removed. Conditions belong in the source note.

No33Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/127961Read 10 October 2026Bottom Cover procedure for Mac mini (M6 or M5 Pro) needs a suction cup and a nylon probe to release clips. The cover is not opened by hand.

No4Owner's manualpc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/AI+X1+Pro-470/user+manual/%E7%94%B5%E5%AD%90%E6%A1%A3%E8%AF%B4%E6%98%8E%E4%B9%A6+GPBAC-%E7%94%A8%E6%88%B7%E6%89%8B%E5%86%8C-%E5%A4%9A%E8%AF%AD%E8%A8%80-V1.0.pdfRead 5 October 2026Installation Operation: remove five bottom screws and further internal screws before RAM or SSD access. The bottom panel requires a screwdriver. No tool-free panel claim.

Dust filters

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VESA mount

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Display

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Screen sizeiActual diagonal of the primary built-in all-in-one display. Do not substitute a rounded marketed size. External bundled monitors and chassis status screens are excluded.

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Native resolutioniPhysical pixel resolution of the primary built-in all-in-one display. External video-output limits, bundled monitors and chassis status screens do not qualify.

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Panel typeiPublished panel technology of the primary built-in all-in-one display. A display brand name alone does not establish panel technology. External bundled monitors and chassis status screens are excluded.

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Max refresh rateiHighest published refresh rate of the primary built-in display at native resolution. External video-output limits do not qualify.

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TouchscreeniPublished touch-input support of the primary built-in display. A touchscreen status panel does not qualify.

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Brightness (SDR, claimed)iManufacturer ordinary brightness rating of the primary built-in display. Preserve published conditions in source notes. Not HDR peak, outdoor peak or a reviewer measurement.

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Motherboard

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Motherboard

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Chipset

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Motherboard form factoriMotherboard dimensions class, not the size of the computer case.

Proprietary18Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/127958Read 7 October 2026Item 11 lists the logic board only as Apple service assemblies by CPU, GPU, memory and storage. There is no standard board size.

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CPU socket

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FP85Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen/ai-400-series/amd-ryzen-ai-9-hx-470.htmlRead 5 October 2026

Expansion slotsiPhysical card slots and WLAN M.2 slots. Storage M.2 slots belong in storage_slots. Mechanical slot shape and electrical lane width are separate.

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BMINISFORUM AI X1 Pro-470

Mechanical slot type	Count	Occupied
M.2 E-key	1	Yes

Source7Reviewtomshardware.com/desktops/mini-pcs/minisforum-ai-x1-pro-470-reviewRead 5 October 2026Specification table explicitly identifies M.2 2230 E-key WLAN slot, and connectivity text confirms a wireless card fitted on the motherboard. Only this internal card connector is recorded. Storage M.2 connectors are separate. OCuLink is an external connector, not a physical x16 card slot.

PCIe x16 slotsiCounts mechanically x16 card slots, including occupied slots. A slot may have fewer electrical lanes.

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Free expansion slotsiCounts slots documented as unoccupied. GPU thickness can block access to an unoccupied slot.

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Fan headersiPhysical connectors for fans on the motherboard, not the number of installed fans.

134Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/127967Read 10 October 2026Fan procedure shows one fan flex cable and one locking-lever connector on the logic board. This counts the documented physical connector, not a chassis fan table.

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Overclocking in BIOSiTrue when BIOS permits CPU or memory tuning. Source notes must distinguish XMP or EXPO memory tuning from CPU multiplier overclocking.

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Processor

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Processor

Apple M61Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 2026

AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 4701Maker product pageminisforum.com/products/ai-x1-pro-470Read 8 October 2026

Processor brand

Apple1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 2026

AMD5Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen/ai-400-series/amd-ryzen-ai-9-hx-470.htmlRead 5 October 2026

Processor codenameiChip maker's processor or platform codename. This is separate from each core's architecture name.

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Gorgon Point5Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen/ai-400-series/amd-ryzen-ai-9-hx-470.htmlRead 5 October 2026

Core configurationiOne row per stated core category. Apple super cores are distinct from performance cores. Clock values describe that category.

AApple Mac mini (M6, 2026)

Core type	Count	Core	Max core turbo clock (GHz)
Super	2	Super	4.788
Performance	4	Performance	4.788
Efficiency	6	Efficiency	2.908

Source1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 202639Reviewarstechnica.com/gadgets/2026/09/apple-m6-mac-mini-review-300-price-hike-spoils-a-nice-upgradeRead 10 October 2026Table of M6 core clocks read with powermetrics: E-core maximum 2,908 MHz, P-core and Super core maximum 4,788 MHz. Apple publishes no clocks. EveryMac reports a most common clock around 4.787 GHz. The ENERGY STAR record lists 4.5 GHz as its own declared figure on a different basis. Minimum clocks are not base clocks and are not stored. The review unit had 24 GB, which does not change core clocks.

BMINISFORUM AI X1 Pro-470

Core type	Count	Core	Base clock (GHz)	Max core turbo clock (GHz)
Performance	4	Zen 5	2	5.2
Efficiency	8	Zen 5c	2	3.3

Source5Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen/ai-400-series/amd-ryzen-ai-9-hx-470.htmlRead 5 October 2026AMD architecture is 4x Zen 5 plus 8x Zen 5c. Zen 5 and Zen 5c base clocks are explicitly 2 GHz. AMD states Max Zen 5c Clock 3.3 GHz. Notebookcheck exact chip specification independently states 4x5.2 GHz Zen 5 and 8x3.3 GHz Zen 5c, rather than assigning an unrelated favored-core boost. It describes smaller Zen 5c as the more power-efficient version.6Spec databasenotebookcheck.net/AMD-Ryzen-AI-9-HX-470-Processor-Benchmarks-and-Specs.1197753.0.htmlRead 5 October 2026Chip specification table explicitly lists 4x5.2 GHz Zen 5 and 8x3.3 GHz Zen 5c. Architecture text distinguishes the smaller, more power-efficient Zen 5c cores. No aggregate benchmark from other PCs is transferred.

CPU cores

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Performance coresiCounts rows explicitly classified as performance cores. Apple super cores are stored separately and excluded.

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Efficiency coresiCounts efficiency and low-power efficiency cores. Zero means a complete stated core configuration has no such cores.

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Threads

1214Spec databaseminipcbench.com/mini-pcs/apple-mac-mini-m6Read 7 October 2026Processor and graphics table explicitly states Apple M6, 12 cores / 12 threads and 12-core integrated GPU. This is a physical chip thread count. Source does not identify 16 GB/256 GB as a tested configuration. Only the matching M6 chip fact is used, no benchmark or memory/storage-dependent measurement.31Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Compact-powerhouse-with-the-2-nm-M6-SoC-Apple-Mac-mini-2026-Review.1401148.0.htmlRead 7 October 2026Specifications explicitly states Apple M6 12c/12t with same 12-core CPU/12-core GPU as reference. Actual reviewer memory/storage is 24 GB/512 GB. Only physical chip thread count is corroborated here, no numerical measurement or other configuration hardware is transferred.

245Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen/ai-400-series/amd-ryzen-ai-9-hx-470.htmlRead 5 October 2026

Max core turbo clockiHighest core-category turbo or boost clock in cpu_clusters. Separate favored-core or processor-level boost ratings are not substituted for a category's published turbo clock.

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L3 cache

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24MB5Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen/ai-400-series/amd-ryzen-ai-9-hx-470.htmlRead 5 October 2026Exact AMD L3 cache 24 MB, not aggregate 36 MB which includes 12 MB L2.

CPU core process nodeiPublished CPU-core fabrication node. Package components and I/O dies may use other nodes. Maker node name belongs in the source note.

2nm11Reviewtomsguide.com/computing/apple-desktops/mac-mini-m6-reviewRead 30 September 2026Public Mac mini M6 review introduction identifies the 2 nm M6 process. Scope: chip process only. Benchmarks of the reviewed 24 GB / 512 GB unit are excluded.

4nm5Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen/ai-400-series/amd-ryzen-ai-9-hx-470.htmlRead 5 October 2026

CPU base power (chip rating)iChip maker's base-power or default-TDP rating. It is not measured wall power or the PC maker's configured power limit.

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28W5Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen/ai-400-series/amd-ryzen-ai-9-hx-470.htmlRead 5 October 2026AMD Default TDP 28 W, separate from configurable 15-54 W range and the PC default BIOS PL2. Do not store 54 W cTDP as the chip base rating.

Peak CPU power (configured)iPower limit configured by the PC maker, such as PL2 or PPT. Do not substitute the chip maker's maximum turbo-power rating.

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65W7Reviewtomshardware.com/desktops/mini-pcs/minisforum-ai-x1-pro-470-reviewRead 5 October 2026Productivity section identifies default Balanced BIOS mode, VRAM 8 GB, PL1 60 W and PL2 65 W for the Minisforum PC. Store the configured default-profile PL2, not AMD chip cTDP. Other performance profile limits remain unknown.

Unlocked multiplier

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NPU performanceiPublished NPU throughput only. GPU, total-system AI throughput and different precision modes are separate. Precision belongs in the source note.

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55TOPS5Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen/ai-400-series/amd-ryzen-ai-9-hx-470.htmlRead 5 October 2026Exact NPU throughput 55 TOPS. Notebookcheck specifies INT8. Maker page mislabels system-wide 86 TOPS as NPU, so that figure is excluded.6Spec databasenotebookcheck.net/AMD-Ryzen-AI-9-HX-470-Processor-Benchmarks-and-Specs.1197753.0.htmlRead 5 October 2026NPU / AI row explicitly 55 TOPS INT8.

Integrated GPU

Apple M6 12-core GPU1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 2026

AMD Radeon 890M5Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen/ai-400-series/amd-ryzen-ai-9-hx-470.htmlRead 5 October 2026

Cooling

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CPU cooler

Air8Maker spec sheet (PDF)apple.com/environment/pdf/products/desktops/Mac_mini_PER_Aug2026.pdfRead 30 September 2026Product Environmental Report, Mac mini, Aug 2026, describes the fan and cooling design. Scope: M6 platform cooling mechanism.

Air1Maker product pageminisforum.com/products/ai-x1-pro-470Read 8 October 2026Cool, Quiet, Consistent section explicitly states Phase-Change Material (PCM), dual copper heatpipes and active airflow, sustaining peak loads. Claimed idle 37 C, full-load below 80 C and below 45 dB are maker claims, not transferred to measured fields.4Owner's manualpc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/AI+X1+Pro-470/user+manual/%E7%94%B5%E5%AD%90%E6%A1%A3%E8%AF%B4%E6%98%8E%E4%B9%A6+GPBAC-%E7%94%A8%E6%88%B7%E6%89%8B%E5%86%8C-%E5%A4%9A%E8%AF%AD%E8%A8%80-V1.0.pdfRead 5 October 2026Original manual installation drawings and maker cooling section show active air cooling, copper heat pipes and thermal interface material. CPU-cooler and PSU-attached secondary fan are not assigned to chassis-fan table rows.

CPU cooler model

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Radiator size

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Radiator position

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Case fansiInstalled chassis airflow fans, including radiator fans. Excludes GPU, PSU and standalone CPU-cooler fans. Count fan rotors, including multiple rotors in a single-frame assembly. A mini PC whose only fan cools the processor and moves the air through the case counts that fan.

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Source19Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/127958Read 7 October 2026Exact M6 or M5 Pro exploded view/table has one separately mounted fan, item 9 Fan 923-15425. Maker thermal-design description says air is guided to different levels of the system and flows through the foot. This is the shared chassis blower, not a separate CPU-cooler-only fan. Position, diameter, PWM and lighting cells are unknown.20Maker product pageapple.com/mac-miniRead 7 October 2026Built to chill section: Within Mac mini, air is guided to different levels of the system, and all of it flows through the foot. Confirms whole-system chassis airflow for the separately mounted single blower.

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Number of case fansiSum of documented chassis and radiator fan rotors. Excludes GPU, PSU and standalone CPU-cooler fans.

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Graphics

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Discrete GPU

No1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 2026

No7Reviewtomshardware.com/desktops/mini-pcs/minisforum-ai-x1-pro-470-reviewRead 5 October 2026Reasons to avoid explicitly says mini-PC without dGPU. Installed Radeon 890M is integrated, while OCuLink allows an optional external dock.

GPUiDiscrete graphics chip. Integrated graphics belong in integrated_gpu.

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GPU brand

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Graphics card

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VRAM

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VRAM type

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GPU board poweriConfigured total board power of the installed card. A chip-family reference rating is not proof of an OEM card limit.

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GPU boost clockiPublished boost clock for the installed graphics card and mode. Do not use a measured transient clock or another board model's rating.

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Graphics card length

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Graphics card thicknessiCard thickness in PCIe bracket-slot units, such as 2.5. This is not the number of connectors or motherboard slots.

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GPU power connector

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Memory

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RAM

16GB1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 2026

32GB2Retailer pagepc-canada.com/item/minisforum-ai-x1-pro-470-mini-desktop-computer/x1-pro-470-32-1t-Read 5 October 2026

RAM type

LPDDR5X15Reviewgolem.de/news/mac-mini-m6-im-test-wenn-apples-neuer-mini-doch-auch-nur-700-euro-kosten-wuerde-2609-213410.htmlRead 7 October 2026Mac Mini M6 Eckdaten table identifies the actual tested 16 GB / 256 GB reference and explicitly names 16 GByte LPDDR5X-RAM. The source soldered wording is not used to override maker package-integrated memory attachment. Maker is silent on memory technology. Direct HTTP reached a consent page, while ordinary web fetch exposed the public article. No cookies, login or bypass was used.

DDR51Maker product pageminisforum.com/products/ai-x1-pro-470Read 8 October 2026

Configured RAM speediMemory transfer rate configured on delivery. A rated XMP or EXPO profile may be faster when it is disabled.

9,600MT/s22Spec databasehmc-tech.com/desktops/mac-mini-m6-mid-2026Read 7 October 2026Summary table for the 16 GB base model lists LPDDR5X-9600 with 153.6 GB/s bandwidth. 9600 MT/s on a 128-bit bus gives 153.6 GB/s, which matches the maker 153 GB/s figure for the 16 GB configuration. The 24 GB and 32 GB models are rated at 170 GB/s and are not covered by this value. Apple does not publish the transfer rate.

5,600MT/s7Reviewtomshardware.com/desktops/mini-pcs/minisforum-ai-x1-pro-470-reviewRead 5 October 2026Matching factory supplied single DDR5-5600 module, before reviewer upgrade. Maker maximum 5600 matches this configuration.

Rated kit speediRated memory-kit or profile speed. This can differ from the speed configured on delivery.

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Memory kit

Micron MT62F1G64D4AS-020DXT:D35Reviewchargerlab.com/teardown-of-the-apple-mac-mini-m6-a3534Read 10 October 2026Teardown of the M6 with 16 GB and 256 GB (A3534, MHQK4CH/A). Two Micron LPDDR5X packages, model MT62F1G64D4AS-020DXT:D, 8 GB each, soldered next to the SoC. This is a package part number, not a removable module.

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RAM upgradeiHow installed memory is physically attached. Purchase-time capacity choices do not mean memory can be upgraded later.

Integrated into chip package10Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-gb/102328Read 30 September 2026Mac mini memory-upgrade article, 2026 section, explicitly says M6 memory is integrated into the chip package and cannot be upgraded. Configure memory when purchasing. Scope: physical integration, not inferred from unified-memory marketing.

Slots1Maker product pageminisforum.com/products/ai-x1-pro-470Read 8 October 2026

Memory slotsiPhysical replaceable memory connectors, with one row per occupancy state. Package-integrated memory is not a DIMM slot.

AApple Mac mini (M6, 2026)

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BMINISFORUM AI X1 Pro-470

Slot	Count	Occupied	Module size (GB)
SO-DIMM	1	Yes	32
SO-DIMM	1	No	Not available

Source7Reviewtomshardware.com/desktops/mini-pcs/minisforum-ai-x1-pro-470-reviewRead 5 October 2026Exact shipped 32 GB/1 TB test sample contains a single 32 GB DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM. Two physical slots. One occupied and one free. Reviewer later adds a matching 32 GB module for comparison, which is not the reference.

RAM slots

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2=CalculatedFrom Memory slots

Free RAM slots

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1=CalculatedFrom Memory slots

Max RAM for this CPU and GPUiMaximum stated capacity without changing the CPU or GPU configuration represented by this product. For integrated memory this is a purchase-time limit. For slot-based RAM it is the maker's supported upgrade limit.

32GB1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 2026

128GB1Maker product pageminisforum.com/products/ai-x1-pro-470Read 8 October 2026Maker current specification and original 2026 catalogue state up to 128 GB in two SO-DIMM slots. Older launch reports state 96 GB. Use the current maker supported maximum for the unchanged HX470 system.

ECC memoryiSystem-level ECC memory support or configuration. DDR5 on-die ECC alone does not establish this field.

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No5Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen/ai-400-series/amd-ryzen-ai-9-hx-470.htmlRead 5 October 2026Exact processor AMD ECC Support No. This platform cannot provide system-level ECC from ordinary DDR5 on-die correction.

Storage

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Storage

256GB=CalculatedFrom Installed drives

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Installed drivesiInstalled drives, one row per physical drive. Capacity is in decimal GB. Use the generic SSD option when its protocol is not published. It does not establish an interface or socket. Do not represent alternative purchase capacities as installed drives.

AApple Mac mini (M6, 2026)

Capacity (GB)	Type
256	NVMe SSD

Source1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 202625Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1997676-REG/apple_mhqk4ll_a_mac_mini_m6.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact MHQK4LL/A 16 GB / 256 GB table: 1 x 256 GB Integrated NVMe SSD. PCIe generation and drive model are unstated. Soldered NAND is independently established for this generation. Older M4 removable modules are excluded.

BMINISFORUM AI X1 Pro-470

Capacity (GB)	Type	PCIe generation
1,000	NVMe SSD	4

Source2Retailer pagepc-canada.com/item/minisforum-ai-x1-pro-470-mini-desktop-computer/x1-pro-470-32-1t-Read 5 October 2026One published 1 TB SSD is 1000 decimal GB. Capacity is not 1024 GB. SSD brand/model can vary, so the reviewed Kingston drive model is not assigned to all units.

Storage slots and baysiPhysical SSD connectors and drive bays, counted once each. Multiple supported M.2 lengths or alternative bay uses do not create extra slots.

AApple Mac mini (M6, 2026)

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BMINISFORUM AI X1 Pro-470

Form factor	Interface	PCIe generation	Count	Occupied
M.2 2280	PCIe NVMe	4	1	Yes
M.2 2280	PCIe NVMe	4	2	No

Source3Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0900/3319/3266/files/MINISFORUM_Product_Manual_2026.pdfRead 5 October 2026Exactly three physical M.2 2280 Gen4 NVMe connectors. Maker distinguishes two x4 connectors and one x1 connector. One drive is installed in the reference, but its exact connector position was not independently established. Occupancy is therefore aggregated without per-row electrical lane assignment. One occupied and two free, all Gen4. No extra SATA bays or alternative lengths are invented. The exact 134.9 W PSU rating is now stored from the maker page. Fan rotor roles, PSU replacement form factor and other unproved component details remain unknown.

M.2 slots

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3=CalculatedFrom Storage slots and bays

Free M.2 slots

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2=CalculatedFrom Storage slots and bays

Free drive bays

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0=CalculatedFrom Storage slots and bays

Fastest storage-slot PCIe generationiHighest documented PCIe generation of a storage slot. This does not identify the installed drive's generation.

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Power supply

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PSU rated outputiPower supply's rated output, or an external adapter's output rating. Maximum system consumption, peak PSU power and wall draw are separate.

155W32Retailer pageabt.com/Apple-Mac-mini-Desktop-M6-16GB-Unified-Memory-256GB-SSD-in-Silver-MHQK4LLA/p/248219.htmlRead 10 October 2026Specifications, General: Power Supply 155W for MHQK4LL/A.35Reviewchargerlab.com/teardown-of-the-apple-mac-mini-m6-a3534Read 10 October 2026Power board label: Lite-On PA-1161-1A, output 12.6 V and 12.3 A, which is 155 W. The teardown says it is identical to the M4 Mac mini power board.37Certification listdata.energystar.gov/resource/rxdj-2c88.jsonRead 10 October 2026ENERGY STAR record 4693494 (A3534, Mac mini M6, 16 GB) lists internal power supply rated power 155 W.

134.9W1Maker product pageminisforum.com/products/ai-x1-pro-470Read 8 October 2026Power Adapter specification explicitly states internal DC adapter output 19 V / 7.1 A / 134.9 W. This is rated PSU output, not wall consumption. Preserve the published decimal rating.

PSU form factoriReplacement PSU dimensions class. Electrical standards such as ATX12VO belong in psu_atx_version. A supply built into an all-in-one is proprietary unless the maker names a standard size.

Proprietary18Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/127958Read 7 October 2026Item 12 lists one Power supply, 661-65487, for Mac mini (M6 or M5 Pro). It is an Apple service part with no standard format.35Reviewchargerlab.com/teardown-of-the-apple-mac-mini-m6-a3534Read 10 October 2026Custom Lite-On power board inside the chassis with the AC inlet. Apple lists one power supply part for M6 and M5 Pro.

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PSU efficiencyiWhen an 80 PLUS and a Cybenetics level are both published, the 80 PLUS level is stored and the Cybenetics level goes in the source note.

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Modular cables

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PSU model

Apple 661-6548718Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/127958Read 7 October 2026Mac mini M6 or M5 Pro Exploded View and Orderable Parts table: item 12 Power supply, 661-65487. One supply part is listed for the model family. Logic-board pairs for 16 GB / 256 GB are not mapped to Ethernet SKU, so those board identifiers are not stored.

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ATX version

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Native 12V-2x6 cableiThe supplied PSU has a native 12V-2x6 GPU cable. A generic 16-pin connector description alone does not establish its revision.

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Ports

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User-facing I/O positioniLocation of the accessible front, top, side or bottom port panel.

Front1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 2026

Front1Maker product pageminisforum.com/products/ai-x1-pro-470Read 8 October 2026

User-facing portsiAccessible front, top, side and bottom ports at the stated I/O position. Counts refer to physical connectors.

AApple Mac mini (M6, 2026)

Type	Version	Count	Max stated link rate (Gbps)
USB-C	USB 3	2	10
3.5 mm audio	Not available	1	Not available

Source1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 202627Reviewtomsguide.com/computing/apple-desktops/mac-mini-m6-reviewRead 7 October 2026Common Refined not redesigned port-layout section explicitly says front USB-C ports are strictly for accessories/data and do not support video out. This fixed M6 chassis capability is not a copied 24 GB / 512 GB measurement. No power-out wattage is inferred.

BMINISFORUM AI X1 Pro-470

Type	Version	Count	Max stated link rate (Gbps)	Thunderbolt or USB4	Power out (W)
USB-A	USB 3.2 Gen 2	2	10	Not available	Not available
USB-C	USB4	1	40	USB4	15
3.5 mm audio	Headphone and microphone combo	1	Not available	Not available	Not available

Source4Owner's manualpc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/AI+X1+Pro-470/user+manual/%E7%94%B5%E5%AD%90%E6%A1%A3%E8%AF%B4%E6%98%8E%E4%B9%A6+GPBAC-%E7%94%A8%E6%88%B7%E6%89%8B%E5%86%8C-%E5%A4%9A%E8%AF%AD%E8%A8%80-V1.0.pdfRead 5 October 2026Printed page 5 front diagram shows two USB-A Gen2 connectors, one USB4 and one headphone/microphone combo. USB3.2 Gen2 text on pages 6-7 states 10 Gbps. USB4 text on pages 7-8 states 40 Gbps, Alt DP and 15 W peripheral output. The left-side SD card slot is not placed in a front-facing table row because its location differs.

Rear portsiPhysical rear connectors, including motherboard and discrete-GPU outputs. Source notes identify disabled onboard video ports and any incomplete GPU output evidence. A video input, such as HDMI in on an all-in-one, is Other. AC power input is a mains inlet, such as C14, for a built-in power supply. DC in is for an external adapter.

AApple Mac mini (M6, 2026)

Type	Version	Count	Max stated link rate (Gbps)	Thunderbolt or USB4	DP Alt Mode	Connected to
USB-C	Thunderbolt 4	3	40	Thunderbolt 4	Yes	Motherboard
HDMI	2.1	1	Not available	Not available	Not available	Motherboard
Ethernet (RJ45)	Not available	1	2.5	Not available	Not available	Motherboard

Source1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 202626Reviewpetapixel.com/2026/09/21/mac-mini-with-m6-review-powerful-enough-for-some-photographersRead 7 October 2026Review explicitly identifies actual M6 / 16 GB / 256 GB test unit. Design and Build section names the rear HDMI 2.1 port. No bandwidth is inferred from version.

BMINISFORUM AI X1 Pro-470

Type	Version	Count	Max stated link rate (Gbps)	Thunderbolt or USB4	Power out (W)	DP Alt Mode	Connected to
USB-A	USB 2.0	1	0.48	Not available	Not available	Not available	Motherboard
USB-C	USB4	1	40	USB4	15	Yes	Motherboard
HDMI	2.1 FRL	1	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Motherboard
DisplayPort	2.0	1	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Motherboard
Ethernet (RJ45)	2.5 Gigabit Ethernet	2	2.5	Not available	Not available	Not available	Motherboard
OCuLink	OCuLink	1	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Motherboard
AC power input	Not available	1	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Motherboard

Source4Owner's manualpc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/AI+X1+Pro-470/user+manual/%E7%94%B5%E5%AD%90%E6%A1%A3%E8%AF%B4%E6%98%8E%E4%B9%A6+GPBAC-%E7%94%A8%E6%88%B7%E6%89%8B%E5%86%8C-%E5%A4%9A%E8%AF%AD%E8%A8%80-V1.0.pdfRead 5 October 2026Printed page 5 rear diagram and individual connector descriptions, cross-checked original catalogue: one USB2.0 Type-A, one USB4, one HDMI2.1 FRL, one DP2.0, two 2.5G RJ45, OCuLink and AC input. Rear USB4 supports DP Alt Mode and 15 W output. Maker rear PD input 65-100 W is distinct from output and has no separate table field. USB4 is not claimed Thunderbolt certification. Maker generic Audio Jack plus Combo Jack text is a duplicate of the single front connector, as the manual and rear drawing show. No second rear audio connector is invented.

User-facing USB portsiPhysical USB-A and USB-C connectors on the accessible front, top, side or bottom panel.

2=CalculatedFrom User-facing ports

3=CalculatedFrom User-facing ports

User-facing USB-C portsiPhysical USB-C connectors on the accessible front, top, side or bottom panel, including Thunderbolt and USB4 sockets.

2=CalculatedFrom User-facing ports

1=CalculatedFrom User-facing ports

Rear USB ports

3=CalculatedFrom Rear ports

2=CalculatedFrom Rear ports

ThunderboltiThunderbolt documented in the rear-port table. Front-panel-only Thunderbolt is not covered by this derived field.

Yes=CalculatedFrom Rear ports

No=CalculatedFrom Rear ports

Ethernet speed

2.5Gbps=CalculatedFrom Rear ports

2.5Gbps=CalculatedFrom Rear ports

Discrete GPU output portsiCounts rear connectors explicitly attributed to the discrete graphics card. A partial rear-port table cannot establish the card's complete output count.

0=CalculatedFrom Rear ports

0=CalculatedFrom Rear ports

Wireless

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Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 71Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 2026

Wi-Fi 71Maker product pageminisforum.com/products/ai-x1-pro-470Read 8 October 2026Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 explicitly published. No unproved regional 6 GHz band availability or radio model is inferred from the standard.

Wi-Fi bandsiBands explicitly supported by the installed radio and product region. Do not infer 6GHz use solely from a Wi-Fi version.

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz17Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/guide/deployment/dep268652e6c/webRead 7 October 2026Mac mini (2026) M6 or M5 Pro table explicitly lists be@2.4 GHz, be@5 GHz, be@6 GHz, plus legacy protocols in those bands. Hardware frequency list for the represented US/Germany units. The guide qualifies 6 GHz operation by regulatory domain and excludes mainland China 6 GHz. No band is inferred solely from Wi-Fi7 branding.

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Wi-Fi module

Apple N11Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 2026

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Wi-Fi antenna

Internal16Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/127966Read 7 October 2026Exact M6 or M5 Pro Wi-Fi Antennas procedure requires removing bottom cover and antenna plate before removing three coaxial antennas, then reinstalling the cover. They are enclosed internally, not external accessories.

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Bluetooth

61Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 2026

5.41Maker product pageminisforum.com/products/ai-x1-pro-470Read 8 October 2026

Ethernet controller

Realtek RTL8125CPA35Reviewchargerlab.com/teardown-of-the-apple-mac-mini-m6-a3534Read 10 October 2026Teardown names the network controller as Realtek RTL8125CPA. It is the standard 2.5 Gb port on the base board. The 10 Gb option uses another board.

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Camera and audio

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WebcamiPublished built-in camera description and resolution. Keep sensor megapixels, video resolution and named camera features distinct in the source note. External bundled cameras do not qualify.

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Built-in speaker driversiPhysical built-in acoustic drivers, including separate tweeters and woofers. Audio channels, system beepers and external bundled speakers do not count. Do not infer driver count from speaker assemblies.

11Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 2026Audio section names a built-in speaker in the singular.18Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/127958Read 7 October 2026Item 10 lists one Speaker, part 923-15424. The Speaker repair procedure refers to the speaker cone in the singular.

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Total speaker poweriManufacturer stated combined output of the built-in speakers. Preserve power basis in source notes. PSU ratings and external speaker output do not qualify.

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MicrophonesiPhysical built-in microphones. Beamforming channels and microphone modes do not count.

038Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/mac_mini/specs/mac-mini-m6-12-core-cpu-12-core-gpu-2026-specs.htmlRead 10 October 2026Ports table lists Microphone None. The maker tech specs page names no built-in microphone.

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Audio featuresiPublished built-in audio capabilities and their required software or accessories. Do not infer hardware from an audio brand name.

3.5 mm headphone jack with support for high-impedance headphones, HDMI port with multichannel audio output1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 2026Shared audio section: built-in speaker, 3.5 mm headphone jack with advanced support for high-impedance headphones and HDMI multichannel audio output.

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Lighting

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RGB lighting

No22Spec databasehmc-tech.com/desktops/mac-mini-m6-mid-2026Read 7 October 2026Exact M6, Mid 2026 base 16 GB / 256 GB Enclosure table: Decor Lights No. RGB decorative chassis lighting is absent. The maker/repair manual identifies a functional status indicator, while Tom's Guide calls it a white LED power indicator. Status signalling is not decorative RGB. Other unscoped HMC performance numbers are not copied.

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Lit parts

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Lighting standardiNamed physical RGB control or connector standard. ARGB lighting alone does not prove a 5V header or a standard connector.

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Lighting software

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Software

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Operating system

macOS 274Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2026/09/the-new-mac-mini-and-mac-studio-are-available-todayRead 30 September 2026

Windows 11 Pro2Retailer pagepc-canada.com/item/minisforum-ai-x1-pro-470-mini-desktop-computer/x1-pro-470-32-1t-Read 5 October 2026Installed Windows 11 Pro in the completed 32 GB / 1 TB reference. Barebone OS support is not treated as an installed license.

OS family

macOS1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 2026

Windows2Retailer pagepc-canada.com/item/minisforum-ai-x1-pro-470-mini-desktop-computer/x1-pro-470-32-1t-Read 5 October 2026

Control software

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Upgradeability

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Proprietary partsiParts or interfaces the maker or teardown identifies as requiring nonstandard replacements. Do not infer from a brand label alone.

PSU, Fan connectors34Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/127967Read 10 October 2026The fan connects with a flat flex cable and a locking-lever connector. This is not a standard 3 or 4 pin fan header.36Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/127972Read 10 October 2026Power supply is one Apple-only service part held by four T25 screws and tied to the AC inlet. It has no standard format.

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Max graphics card length

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Max CPU cooler height

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Warranty kept after upgradeiWhether the maker keeps the warranty after a user upgrade under the stated terms and market. Damage exclusions alone do not mean all warranty is void.

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Measured performance

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Cinebench 2024 single-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Cinebench 2024 multi-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Geekbench single-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2,858points7Reviewtomshardware.com/desktops/mini-pcs/minisforum-ai-x1-pro-470-reviewRead 5 October 2026Productivity table exact 1x32 GB column, Geekbench 6 single 2858 and multi 11319. Factory 1 TB NVMe SSD, Windows 11 pre-installed, default Balanced BIOS and 8 GB VRAM. Minor benchmark version, BIOS revision and drivers not published. The upgraded 2x32 GB scores 2927/14652 and Asus HX370 comparison are excluded.

Geekbench multi-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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11,319points7Reviewtomshardware.com/desktops/mini-pcs/minisforum-ai-x1-pro-470-reviewRead 5 October 2026Same factory 1x32 GB reference and test conditions as the single-core result.

3DMark Time Spy graphicsiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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3DMark Steel NomadiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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SSD sequential read (measured)iReviewer's sequential read test. A file-copy rate or maker's SSD rating is not a sequential read measurement. Test method belongs in the source note.

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Game frame ratesiReviewer measurements for this CPU, GPU, memory, storage and cooling configuration. Resolution, preset, ray tracing, upscaling and frame generation conditions belong in rows or source notes.

AApple Mac mini (M6, 2026)

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BMINISFORUM AI X1 Pro-470

Game	Width (px)	Height (px)	Preset	Average FPS
Borderlands 3	1920	1080	Medium	29.45
Shadow of the Tomb Raider	1920	1080	Medium	25
Far Cry 5	1920	1080	Normal	28
Cyberpunk 2077	1920	1080	Steam Deck	27.2

Source7Reviewtomshardware.com/desktops/mini-pcs/minisforum-ai-x1-pro-470-reviewRead 5 October 2026Gaming table exact 1x32 GB column: Borderlands 3 1080p Medium 29.45, Shadow of the Tomb Raider 1080p Medium 25, Far Cry 5 1080p Normal 28, Cyberpunk 2077 1080p Steam Deck 27.20. Keep all four source rows. Ray tracing, upscaling mode, frame generation, antialiasing, game/driver versions and 1% lows are not stated. Do not assume the Steam Deck preset implies a particular upscaler mode. Excludes reviewer 2x32 GB upgraded scores and comparison laptop.

Measured noise and temperature

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Fan noise per loadiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Highest measured fan noiseiHighest measured row in fan_noise_measured, not a theoretical maximum. Compare only at the same distance and test conditions.

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Measured fan noise at idleiHighest documented idle row in fan_noise_measured. Distance and ambient noise floor belong in the source note.

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CPU temperature in stress testiCPU temperature measured during the named sustained load. Source notes distinguish gaming loops from synthetic CPU or combined stress tests.

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CPU clock in stress testiSustained all-core CPU clock under the stated test. A P-core-only average is not a whole-CPU all-core clock.

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GPU temperature while gamingiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured power

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Power draw idleiMeasured system power at the wall at idle. Certification or maker claims are not reviewer measurements.

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Power draw gamingiMeasured system power at the wall during the stated game and settings.

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Power draw maxiMeasured power at the wall during combined CPU and GPU stress. A PSU rating or game-only load is not this value.

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Power draw sleep or offiMeasured power at the wall with the stated sleep or off mode. These modes must be identified in the source note.

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Sustained CPU power (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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GPU power while gaming (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Certifications

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ENERGY STARiExplicit certification status for the model or defined configuration scope. Absence from a search result is not proof of false.

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 2026

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EPEATiPublished registration level. Missing registration evidence is not proof of none.

Gold21Certification listepeat.net/product-details/a4a4ff89480b4434ba8b35ee9f7a1af6Read 7 October 2026Official US registry: Apple Mac mini (M6, M5 Pro), desktop, EPEAT 1.0 Gold, registered September 23, 2026, Active. Manufacturer identifiers A3534/A3535. Germany equivalent 51fd11fde7524590865485456f89e024 is Gold / Active in the registry listing. Applies to represented US/Germany markets, not a guessed global tier. CDW no-compliance cell is superseded by the official register.29Certification listepeat.net/product-details/51fd11fde7524590865485456f89e024Read 7 October 2026Fresh ordinary public registry HTML independently confirms Germany, Apple Mac mini (M6, M5 Pro), desktop, EPEAT 1.0 Gold, Active, registered 2026-09-23, identifiers A3534/A3535. German represented market, not global inference.

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Copilot+ PC

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Typical annual energy consumption (TEC)iStandardized TEC from the named ENERGY STAR or EU product-information record. It is not a prediction of an individual user's annual energy use.

12.9kWh37Certification listdata.energystar.gov/resource/rxdj-2c88.jsonRead 10 October 2026Record 4693494 lists the 16 GB model with the base UPC 195951021089. TEC of model 12.9 kWh, certified 2026-08-17, United States and Canada. The 32 GB record 4693495 shows 15.6 kWh and is excluded. Standardized TEC, not a reviewer measurement.

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the boxiItems supplied with this exact configuration. Optional accessories and configurator add-ons are not guaranteed included.

Mac mini, Power cord (1.8 m)1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 2026

Mini PC, Power cord, HDMI cable, Mounting screws, Monitor mounting bracket, Vertical stand, SSD heat sink, User manual4Owner's manualpc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/AI+X1+Pro-470/user+manual/%E7%94%B5%E5%AD%90%E6%A1%A3%E8%AF%B4%E6%98%8E%E4%B9%A6+GPBAC-%E7%94%A8%E6%88%B7%E6%89%8B%E5%86%8C-%E5%A4%9A%E8%AF%AD%E8%A8%80-V1.0.pdfRead 5 October 2026Printed pages 2-4 list PC, power cord, HDMI cable, mounting screw set, Mini PC suspension stand, base bracket, SSD heat sink and manual. Power cord varies with region. Matching reviewed 32/1 TB device explicitly includes vertical and VESA mounts. PC-Canada says Power Adapter and Cable, but the maker guide and actual PC have an internal supply and no external power brick.

Included extrasiExtras confirmed supplied with the exact configuration. Optional bundles are excluded.

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VESA bracket, Vertical stand4Owner's manualpc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/AI+X1+Pro-470/user+manual/%E7%94%B5%E5%AD%90%E6%A1%A3%E8%AF%B4%E6%98%8E%E4%B9%A6+GPBAC-%E7%94%A8%E6%88%B7%E6%89%8B%E5%86%8C-%E5%A4%9A%E8%AF%AD%E8%A8%80-V1.0.pdfRead 5 October 2026Supplied vertical and monitor/VESA mounting brackets, not a keyboard, mouse, eGPU dock or optional monitor. No 75/100 mm mount hole pattern was established, so vesa_mount is omitted.

Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year9Maker product pageapple.com/legal/warranty/products/warranty-us.htmlRead 30 September 2026Apple One Year Limited Warranty, US: one-year hardware coverage. Service options include Carry-In and Mail-In. Scope: US limited warranty. Consumer statutory rights are separate.

2years9Maker product pagestore.minisforum.com/products/minisforum-ai-x1-pro-470-mini-pcRead 8 October 2026Exact US maker listing states a standard two-year seller warranty. The general maker policy also gives mini PCs two years. A separate direct-store promotion adds a year for eligible purchases after March 9, 2026. That conditional extension is excluded.10Maker product pageminisforum.com/pages/warranty-policyRead 8 October 2026Warranty table: MINI PC, two years. Standard manufacturer coverage for the represented US model. Retailer B&H independently lists a limited two-year manufacturer warranty for X1 PRO-470(32+1T).

Warranty service

Carry-in, Mail-in9Maker product pageapple.com/legal/warranty/products/warranty-us.htmlRead 30 September 2026

Mail-in10Maker product pageminisforum.com/pages/warranty-policyRead 8 October 2026Transportation policy requires customers to send products for inspection or repair. Maker pays return shipping for covered quality defects. Fees and conditions vary by region. No on-site or collection service is promised.

Links

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Product page

www.apple.com/mac-mini1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 2026

www.minisforum.com/products/ai-x1-pro-4701Maker product pageminisforum.com/products/ai-x1-pro-470Read 8 October 2026Reference is the sold 32 GB / 1 TB Windows 11 Pro configuration with one 32 GB SO-DIMM. It is not the HX370 model, the AI X1 non-Pro model, barebone kit, or reviewer-upgraded 64 GB system. The maker lists it under AI Mini PC. Processor, Memory, Storage and I/O specification sections reopened.

Spec sheet

www.apple.com/mac-mini/specs1Maker product pageapple.com/mac-mini/specsRead 30 September 2026

cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0900/3319/3266/files/MINISFORUM_Product_Manual_2026.pdf3Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0900/3319/3266/files/MINISFORUM_Product_Manual_2026.pdfRead 5 October 2026Original maker Product Manual 2026 catalogue AI X1 Pro-470 spread. Product photograph/heading and detailed table fully read. HX470, two SO-DIMMs, 128 GB max, two Gen4x4 and one Gen4x1 M.2, Wi-Fi 7 / Bluetooth 5.4, 2.5G ports and built-in supply are published.

Manual

support.apple.com/en-us/14852113Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/148521Read 7 October 2026Maker page title: Mac mini (M6 or M5 Pro) Repair Manual. Published September 21, 2026. Linked component procedures were read. It is a repair manual, not an operating-system tutorial.

pc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/AI+X1+Pro-470/user+manual/%E7%94%B5%E5%AD%90%E6%A1%A3%E8%AF%B4%E6%98%8E%E4%B9%A6+GPBAC-%E7%94%A8%E6%88%B7%E6%89%8B%E5%86%8C-%E5%A4%9A%E8%AF%AD%E8%A8%80-V1.0.pdf4Owner's manualpc-file.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/AI+X1+Pro-470/user+manual/%E7%94%B5%E5%AD%90%E6%A1%A3%E8%AF%B4%E6%98%8E%E4%B9%A6+GPBAC-%E7%94%A8%E6%88%B7%E6%89%8B%E5%86%8C-%E5%A4%9A%E8%AF%AD%E8%A8%80-V1.0.pdfRead 5 October 2026Original maker multilingual GPBAC User Manual V1.0, copyright 2025-2026, directly linked under AI X1 Pro-470 on the manufacturer Drivers and Downloads page. Full PDF downloaded and read. This is not an AI-generated manual or the older HX370 page.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Both are also in the API. Back to all desktop PCs.