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Apple Mac mini (M4 Pro, 2024) vs GEEKOM A6 (Ryzen 7 6800H)
Product A: Apple
76 of 160 known
Apple Mac mini (M4, 2024)
GMKtec NucBox G10
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GMKtec NucBox G3 Pro
Lenovo Yoga Mini (01IPH11)
GEEKOM IT15 (Core Ultra 9 285H)
MINISFORUM UM890 Pro
Beelink SER8 (Ryzen 7 8845HS)
GEEKOM A8 (Ryzen 9 8945HS)
Beelink SER9 Pro (H 255)
GEEKOM A9 Max (Ryzen AI 9 HX 370)
Apple Mac mini (M6, 2026)
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Apple Mac mini (M4, 2024)
GMKtec NucBox G10
GEEKOM A5 (Ryzen 5 7430U)
GMKtec NucBox G3 Pro
Lenovo Yoga Mini (01IPH11)
GEEKOM IT15 (Core Ultra 9 285H)
MINISFORUM UM890 Pro
Beelink SER8 (Ryzen 7 8845HS)
GEEKOM A8 (Ryzen 9 8945HS)
Beelink SER9 Pro (H 255)
GEEKOM A9 Max (Ryzen AI 9 HX 370)
Apple Mac mini (M6, 2026)Product B: GEEKOM
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81 of 152 fields differ
- 33 different values
- 48 known for one only
- 16 the same
- 55 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 76 desktop PCs.
- CPU coresA: 12B: 8Apple has 4 more.
- RAMA: 24GBB: 16GBApple is 8 GB higher.
- Rear USB portsA: 3B: 4GEEKOM has 1 more.
- Power supplyA: 155WB: 120WApple is 35 W higher.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AApple: 127 × 50 mm
- BGEEKOM: 112.4 × 37 mm
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Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
MCX44LL/A, A32395Maker spec sheet (PDF)apple.com/education/pricelists/pdfs/Apple_US_Education_Institution_Price_List-12-02-2024.pdfRead 6 October 2026Apple US institution price list line: MCX44LL/A, Mac mini: Apple M4 Pro chip with 12-core CPU and 16-core GPU, 24GB, 512GB SSD. Institution price is not used as MSRP. MX2H3LL/A is a 14-inch MacBook Pro part in the same list and is not stored. Regulatory model A3239 comes from the ENERGY STAR record.6Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/102852Read 6 October 2026Identify your Mac mini model, Mac mini (2024): part numbers include MCX44xx/A. Model identifiers Mac16,10 and Mac16,11 are listed for the family without a chip mapping. EveryMac maps MCX44LL/A and A3239 to Mac16,11, so the identifier is kept only as an alias.7Certification listenergystar.gov/productfinder/product/certified-computers/details/4513880/export/pdfRead 6 October 2026
GTIN / EAN
1959499425567Certification listenergystar.gov/productfinder/product/certified-computers/details/4513880/export/pdfRead 6 October 2026ENERGY STAR model record lists UPCs 195949942556 and 195949942709 for the US/Canada MCX44 family. Only 195949942556 is independently bound to the selected US MCX44LL/A by the exact retailer record. The other unassigned regional code is omitted.20Retailer pagemicrocenter.com/product/688171/apple-mac-mini-mcx44ll-a-late-2024-desktop-computerRead 8 October 2026Exact US MCX44LL/A, 12 CPU/16 GPU/24 GB/512 GB/Gigabit listing explicitly supplies UPC 195949942556. Other regional model-family UPC from the certification list is not guessed.
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Announced
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Status
Predecessor
Apple Mac mini (M2 Pro, 2023)2Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2024/10/apples-new-mac-mini-is-more-mighty-more-mini-and-built-for-apple-intelligenceRead 6 October 2026The release compares Mac mini with M4 Pro against Mac mini with M2 Pro, for example 3D renders up to 2.9x faster in Blender. It calls the 2023 design the previous design.
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Successor
Apple Mac mini (M5 Pro, 2026)16Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2026/08/apple-unveils-a-more-powerful-mac-mini-featuring-the-all-new-m6-and-m5-proRead 6 October 2026M5 Pro delivers significant gains in AI compute compared to the previous Mac mini. Workload claims compare against M4 Pro, for example up to 1.4x faster in Blender.
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
Colours
Segment
Case
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Case dimensions
Width127Height50Depth127mm(5 × 2 × 5 in)1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121555Read 6 October 2026Height 5.0 cm, width 12.7 cm, depth 12.7 cm, converted to mm.
Width112.4Height37Depth112.4mm(4.4 × 1.5 × 4.4 in)1Maker product pagegeekompc.com/geekom-a6-mini-pcRead 16 October 2026Specifications: 4.43 x 4.43 x 1.46 inches. The support spec sheet gives 112.4 x 112.4 x 37 mm and wins. Tom's Guide gives 1.34 inches high.2Maker product pageservice.geekompc.com/a6Read 16 October 2026Form Factor row: 112.4 x 112.4 x 37 mm. The page does not name the axes. Height is the smallest value.
Case volume
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Weight
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Case model
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Case materials
Side panel
Solid24Reviewifixit.com/News/104302/all-hail-the-return-of-upgradeable-storage-mac-mini-2024-teardownRead 10 October 2026The new model is aluminum all-round, with no plastic insert for ports.25Reviewarstechnica.com/apple/2024/11/review-m4-and-m4-pro-mac-minis-are-probably-apples-best-mac-minis-everRead 10 October 2026Design section: a fully aluminum box with ports cut directly into the aluminum. The bottom is black plastic with the vent.
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Front panel
Solid24Reviewifixit.com/News/104302/all-hail-the-return-of-upgradeable-storage-mac-mini-2024-teardownRead 10 October 2026Front USB-C ports and the headphone jack are modular parts set into the aluminum body.25Reviewarstechnica.com/apple/2024/11/review-m4-and-m4-pro-mac-minis-are-probably-apples-best-mac-minis-everRead 10 October 2026Design section: the front and rear ports are cut directly into the aluminum.
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Tool-less side panel
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Dust filters
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VESA mount
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Display
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Screen size
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Native resolution
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Panel type
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Max refresh rate
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Touchscreen
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Brightness (SDR, claimed)
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Motherboard
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Motherboard
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Chipset
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Motherboard form factor
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CPU socket
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Expansion slots
AApple Mac mini (M4 Pro, 2024)
Not availableBGEEKOM A6 (Ryzen 7 6800H)
| Mechanical slot type | Count | Occupied |
|---|---|---|
| M.2 E-key | 1 | Yes |
Source2Maker product pageservice.geekompc.com/a6Read 16 October 2026Internal Connector row: 1 x M.2 2230 for Wi-Fi PCIe card only. The key letter is not named. The slot holds the Wi-Fi module found in CNX's teardown.3Owner's manualsupport.geekompc.com/vfm-admin/vfm-downloader.phpRead 16 October 2026Chapter 3: an M.2 slot for a 2230 wireless network and Bluetooth adapter.
PCIe x16 slots
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Free expansion slots
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Fan headers
Overclocking in BIOS
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Processor
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Processor
Processor brand
Processor codename
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Core configuration
AApple Mac mini (M4 Pro, 2024)
| Core type | Count | Max core turbo clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | 8 | 4.5 |
| Efficiency | 4 | Not available |
Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121555Read 6 October 202621Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/mac_mini/specs/mac-mini-m4-pro-12-core-cpu-16-core-gpu-2024-specs.htmlRead 10 October 2026Processor section: third-party software reports a variable clock around 4.5 GHz. Stored as the performance cluster maximum. hmc-tech lists 4.51 GHz. The ENERGY STAR record lists 3.9 GHz as its own declared figure on a different basis. The efficiency cluster clock is not stated.
BGEEKOM A6 (Ryzen 7 6800H)
| Core type | Count | Core | Base clock (GHz) | Max core turbo clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | 8 | Zen 3+ | 3.2 | 4.7 |
CPU cores
12
8
Performance cores
8
8
Efficiency cores
4
0
Threads
Max core turbo clock
4.5GHz
4.7GHz
L3 cache
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CPU core process node
CPU base power (chip rating)
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Peak CPU power (configured)
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60W6Measurementcnx-software.com/2025/02/10/geekom-a6-review-sub-500-mid-range-amd-ryzen-7-6800h-mini-pc-windows-11-proRead 16 October 2026Windows 11 power limits read on the review unit: PL1 and PL2 power limits are set to 45W (PBP) and 60W (MTP), and the Ubuntu ryzenadj reading of part 3 gives a 60 W fast limit. This is a reviewer reading and not a maker statement.7Measurementcnx-software.com/2025/02/16/geekom-a6-review-ubuntu-24-04-tested-on-an-amd-ryzen-7-6800h-mini-pcRead 16 October 2026ryzenadj reading: sustained limit 35 W, fast limit 60 W, slow limit 45 W.
Unlocked multiplier
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NPU performance
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Integrated GPU
Apple M4 Pro 16-core GPU1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121555Read 6 October 2026
Cooling
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CPU cooler
CPU cooler model
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Radiator size
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Radiator position
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Case fans
Number of case fans
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1
Graphics
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Discrete GPU
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 power
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GPU boost clock
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Graphics card length
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Graphics card thickness
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GPU power connector
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Memory
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RAM
RAM type
Configured RAM speed
Rated kit speed
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Memory kit
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RAM upgrade
Memory slots
AApple Mac mini (M4 Pro, 2024)
Not availableBGEEKOM A6 (Ryzen 7 6800H)
| Slot | Count | Occupied | Module size (GB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| SO-DIMM | 1 | Yes | 16 |
| SO-DIMM | 1 | No | Not available |
Source3Owner's manualsupport.geekompc.com/vfm-admin/vfm-downloader.phpRead 16 October 2026Chapter 3: two SO-DIMM slots that take up to two DDR5 SO-DIMM modules.8Retailer pagepreisvergleich.heise.de/geekom-a6-a3891110.htmlRead 16 October 2026heise preisvergleich spec block of the EU model A6-1 with 16GB and 1TB: 16GB DDR5-4800 as 1x 16GB SO-DIMM, 2 slots in total, 1 slot free, max 64GB. The US model GMA6R76800-161-US is the same configuration, but a second source for the US unit was not found. The EU listing also names a 65 W adapter and a 652 g weight, which do not match the US 120 W adapter and are not used.
RAM slots
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2
Free RAM slots
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1
Max RAM for this CPU and GPU
64GB1Maker product pagegeekompc.com/geekom-a6-mini-pcRead 16 October 2026Page: up to 64GB of DDR5. The support spec and AMD agree.4Maker product pageamd.com/en/support/downloads/drivers.html/processors/ryzen/ryzen-6000-series/amd-ryzen-7-6800h.htmlRead 16 October 2026Max. Memory 64 GB, DDR5-4800, UDIMM and SO-DIMM.
ECC memory
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Storage
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Storage
512GB
1TB
Installed drives
AApple Mac mini (M4 Pro, 2024)
| Capacity (GB) |
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| 512 |
BGEEKOM A6 (Ryzen 7 6800H)
| Capacity (GB) | Type | PCIe generation | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,000 | NVMe SSD | 4 | Kingston OM8PGP41024N-A0 |
Source1Maker product pagegeekompc.com/geekom-a6-mini-pcRead 16 October 2026Configuration label: 1 TB SSD. Stored as 1000 decimal GB. Amazon's listing for the 16 GB and 1 TB version says a 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD. The drive make is not published by the maker. Kingston is from the review teardown.5Reviewcnx-software.com/2025/01/27/geekom-a6-ryzen-7-6800h-mini-pc-review-part-1-specifications-unboxing-and-teardownRead 16 October 2026Teardown of a 32 GB and 1 TB review unit: a 1024GB Kingston OM8PGP41024N-A0 PCIe Gen4 SSD. Tom's Guide also names a Kingston SSD. The 16 GB version is not shown, and the maker says it uses selected SSDs, so other units may differ.
Storage slots and bays
AApple Mac mini (M4 Pro, 2024)
Not availableBGEEKOM A6 (Ryzen 7 6800H)
| Form factor | Interface | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Count | Occupied |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.2 2280 | PCIe NVMe | 4 | 4 | 1 | Yes |
| M.2 2242 | SATA | Not available | Not available | 1 | No |
Source1Maker product pagegeekompc.com/geekom-a6-mini-pcRead 16 October 2026Page: an M.2 2280 slot and an M.2 2242 SATA slot. The support spec says the 2280 slot takes NVMe x4 Gen 4 or SATA and that the SATA 2242 slot works only with the Rembrandt chip, which is this processor.2Maker product pageservice.geekompc.com/a6Read 16 October 2026Storage rows: 1 x M.2 2280 SSD (NVMe x4 Gen 4 or SATA, SATA only for Rembrandt) and 1 x M.2 2242 SATA (only for Rembrandt). Internal Connector rows: one M.2 key-M slot for PCIe x4 Gen 4 NVMe or SATA SSD and one M.2 key-B slot. A 16-pin FPC SATA connector for a 7 mm 2.5 inch drive is listed as an internal connector, but no bay is described, so no 2.5 inch slot is stored.3Owner's manualsupport.geekompc.com/vfm-admin/vfm-downloader.phpRead 16 October 2026Chapter 3: two M.2 slots. 1 x M.2 2280 SSD (NVMe x4 Gen 4 or SATA, SATA only for Rembrandt) and 1 x M.2 2242 SATA.
M.2 slots
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Free M.2 slots
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1
Free drive bays
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Fastest storage-slot PCIe generation
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4
Power supply
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PSU rated output
155W10Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/121008Read 6 October 2026The same supply part 661-43677 is shared by the M4 and M4 Pro models. The M4 teardown reads 12.6 V and 12.3 A on its power board.22Certification listdata.energystar.gov/resource/rxdj-2c88.jsonRead 10 October 2026ENERGY STAR record 4513880 (A3239, Mac mini M4 Pro, 12-core, 24 GB) lists internal power supply rated power 155 W. The record states the supply rating itself. The 155 W maximum continuous power on the maker page is a separate system figure with the same value.23Reviewchargerlab.com/teardown-of-apple-m4-mac-mini-a3238Read 10 October 2026Power board label on the M4 reads Lite-On PA-1161-1A with 12.6 V and 12.3 A output, which is 155 W. Apple lists the same supply part for the M4 Pro.
PSU form factor
Proprietary10Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/121008Read 6 October 2026Item 4 lists one Apple power supply, 661-43677, for all 2024 configurations. iFixit shows the supply as a bare plate under the top face. It is not a standard PSU format.23Reviewchargerlab.com/teardown-of-apple-m4-mac-mini-a3238Read 10 October 2026The supply is a custom bare plate at the top of the housing with internal contacts and chassis screws.
PSU efficiency
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Modular cables
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PSU model
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ATX version
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Native 12V-2x6 cable
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Ports
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User-facing I/O position
Front1Maker product pagegeekompc.com/geekom-a6-mini-pcRead 16 October 2026Page ports drawing and CNX's unboxing place two USB-A ports and the headset jack on the front.2Maker product pageservice.geekompc.com/a6Read 16 October 2026I/O Port row names the front USB-A ports and the front headset jack.5Reviewcnx-software.com/2025/01/27/geekom-a6-ryzen-7-6800h-mini-pc-review-part-1-specifications-unboxing-and-teardownRead 16 October 2026The two USB-A ports and the audio jack are on the front.
User-facing ports
AApple Mac mini (M4 Pro, 2024)
| Type | Version | Count | Max stated link rate (Gbps) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | USB 3 | 2 | 10 |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 1 | Not available |
BGEEKOM A6 (Ryzen 7 6800H)
| Type | Version | Count | Max stated link rate (Gbps) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 2 | 10 |
| 3.5 mm audio | Stereo headset jack | 1 | Not available |
Source2Maker product pageservice.geekompc.com/a6Read 16 October 2026I/O Port row: 1 x front USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A with Power Delivery and 1 x front USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, plus a 3.5mm front stereo headset jack. The SD card reader sits on the left side and is not stored because the I/O position field holds the front panel only. The manual's generic front view shows one USB-A port, and the maker table plus CNX and Tom's Guide give two.3Owner's manualsupport.geekompc.com/vfm-admin/vfm-downloader.phpRead 16 October 2026Page 10: the front USB 3.2 Gen2 port gives up to 10 Gbit/s and there is a headphone, headset and microphone port that is marked optional.5Reviewcnx-software.com/2025/01/27/geekom-a6-ryzen-7-6800h-mini-pc-review-part-1-specifications-unboxing-and-teardownRead 16 October 2026Front panel has two USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, one with USB PD, a 3.5mm audio jack and the power button. A full-size SD card reader sits on one side.
Rear ports
AApple Mac mini (M4 Pro, 2024)
| Type | Version | Count | Max stated link rate (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 | DP Alt Mode | Connected to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | Thunderbolt 5 / USB 4 | 3 | Not available | Thunderbolt 5 | Yes | Motherboard |
| HDMI | Not available | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | Gigabit Ethernet | 1 | 1 | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
BGEEKOM A6 (Ryzen 7 6800H)
| Type | Version | Count | Max stated link rate (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 | Power out (W) | DP Alt Mode | Connected to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | USB4 with DisplayPort 1.4 | 1 | 40 | USB4 | 15 | Yes | Motherboard |
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 2 with DisplayPort 1.4 | 1 | 10 | Not available | 15 | Yes | Motherboard |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | 10 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
| USB-A | USB 2.0 | 1 | 0.48 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
| HDMI | 2.0 | 2 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet | 1 | 2.5 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
| DC in | 19 V DC input for the supplied 120 W adapter | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
Source2Maker product pageservice.geekompc.com/a6Read 16 October 2026I/O Port row: 1 x rear USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1 x rear USB 2.0 Type-A, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with Power Delivery, 1 x USB4 Gen 3 Type-C with Power Delivery, 1 x RJ45, 2 x HDMI 2.0 and 1 x DC in, all on the back panel. Ethernet row: 10/100/1000/2500 Mbps RJ45. Speeds and DisplayPort 1.4 come from the manual.3Owner's manualsupport.geekompc.com/vfm-admin/vfm-downloader.phpRead 16 October 2026Pages 12 to 14: USB4 gives 40 Gbit/s, DisplayPort 1.4 and an output of up to 5 V/3 A. The USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C port gives 10 Gbit/s, DisplayPort 1.4 and 5 V/3 A. USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A gives 10 Gbit/s. HDMI output is up to 4096 x 2304 at 60 Hz. Both USB-C ports are stored with 15 W output from 5 V/3 A.
User-facing USB ports
2
2
User-facing USB-C ports
2
0
Rear USB ports
3
4
Thunderbolt
Yes
No
Ethernet speed
1Gbps
2.5Gbps
Discrete GPU output ports
0
0
Wireless
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
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Wi-Fi module
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AzureWave AW-XB591NF (MediaTek MT7922)5Reviewcnx-software.com/2025/01/27/geekom-a6-ryzen-7-6800h-mini-pc-review-part-1-specifications-unboxing-and-teardownRead 16 October 2026Teardown of the 32 GB review unit: an AzureWave AW-XB591NF module, reported as a MediaTek MT7922 module. It supplies Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2. Other units may differ.
Wi-Fi antenna
Bluetooth
5.22Maker product pageservice.geekompc.com/a6Read 16 October 2026Wireless LAN row: M.2 Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2. The maker's product page says Bluetooth 5.4. The manual, this spec sheet, CNX, Tom's Guide and the Wi-Fi module datasheet listings say 5.2, so 5.2 is stored.3Owner's manualsupport.geekompc.com/vfm-admin/vfm-downloader.phpRead 16 October 2026Page 13 Ethernet port text: Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 pairing.5Reviewcnx-software.com/2025/01/27/geekom-a6-ryzen-7-6800h-mini-pc-review-part-1-specifications-unboxing-and-teardownRead 16 October 2026Specifications: WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2.
Ethernet controller
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Camera and audio
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Webcam
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Built-in speaker drivers
11Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121555Read 6 October 2026Audio section names a built-in speaker in the singular.10Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/121008Read 6 October 2026Exploded view item 10 lists one Speaker, part 923-10944, shared by the M4 and M4 Pro models. The M4 teardown removes one internal speaker with its acoustic chamber.23Reviewchargerlab.com/teardown-of-apple-m4-mac-mini-a3238Read 10 October 2026M4 (A3238) teardown removes the internal speaker, which is integrated with its acoustic chamber. The M4 Pro uses the same speaker part.
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Total speaker power
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Microphones
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Audio features
3.5 mm headphone jack with support for high-impedance headphones, HDMI port with multichannel audio output1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121555Read 6 October 2026Audio 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
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Lit parts
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Lighting standard
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Lighting software
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Software
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Operating system
OS family
Control software
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Upgradeability
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Proprietary parts
PSU, Fan connectors, Drive mounts10Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/121008Read 6 October 2026Power supply 661-43677, the fan with its flex cable and the SSD module 661-43672 for the 512 GB M4 Pro are Apple-only parts.17Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/121000Read 8 October 2026Fan procedure: the fan connects with a flat flex cable and a locking-lever connector, not a standard fan header.24Reviewifixit.com/News/104302/all-hail-the-return-of-upgradeable-storage-mac-mini-2024-teardownRead 10 October 2026Teardown of the M4 and M4 Pro: the SSD is non-standard and its proprietary format makes aftermarket upgrades tricky. The M4 Pro uses its own larger module. The power supply sits bare under the top face.
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Max graphics card length
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Max CPU cooler height
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Warranty kept after upgrade
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Measured performance
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Cinebench 2024 single-core
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Cinebench 2024 multi-core
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Geekbench single-core
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Geekbench multi-core
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3DMark Time Spy graphics
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3DMark Steel Nomad
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SSD sequential read (measured)
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Game frame rates
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Measured noise and temperature
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Fan noise per load
AApple Mac mini (M4 Pro, 2024)
Not availableBGEEKOM A6 (Ryzen 7 6800H)
| Profile | Load | Distance (cm) | Noise (dB(A)) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not stated, Ubuntu 24.04 idle | Idle | 5 | 40 |
| Not stated, Windows 11 3DMark Fire Strike run | Max load | 5 | 45.2 |
Source6Measurementcnx-software.com/2025/02/10/geekom-a6-review-sub-500-mid-range-amd-ryzen-7-6800h-mini-pc-windows-11-proRead 16 October 2026Windows 11 Pro review unit with 32 GB RAM. Sound level meter about 5 cm from the top of the device. 3DMark Fire Strike run (CPU and GPU load): 41.3 to 45.2 dBA, the peak is stored as the max load row. Quiet room 37 to 38 dBA. The idle row comes from part 3 and is listed under that source. No fan profile is named. Tom's Guide (55 dB under heavy load, 60 dB after gaming) and Windows Central (59.2 dB peak) do not state the distance.7Measurementcnx-software.com/2025/02/16/geekom-a6-review-ubuntu-24-04-tested-on-an-amd-ryzen-7-6800h-mini-pcRead 16 October 2026Ubuntu 24.04 on the 32 GB review unit, sound level meter about 5 cm from the top: idle 39.5 to 40 dBA, stored as 40.0. No fan profile is named.
Highest measured fan noise
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45.2dB(A)
Measured fan noise at idle
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40dB(A)
CPU temperature in stress test
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CPU clock in stress test
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GPU temperature while gaming
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Measured power
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Power draw gaming
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Power draw max
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Power draw sleep or off
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Sustained CPU power (measured)
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GPU power while gaming (measured)
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Certifications
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ENERGY STAR
Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121555Read 6 October 2026Environment section states ENERGY STAR certified. The ENERGY STAR record 4513880 confirms the exact MCX44 12-core 24 GB configuration.7Certification listenergystar.gov/productfinder/product/certified-computers/details/4513880/export/pdfRead 6 October 2026
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Copilot+ PC
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Typical annual energy consumption (TEC)
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Other certifications
SCS-108 Carbon Neutral Standard, 2024-10-01 to 2026-09-3012Maker spec sheet (PDF)apple.com/environment/pdf/products/desktops/Mac_mini_PER_Oct2024.pdfRead 6 October 2026The archived report holds certificate SCS-CN-10024 for Mac mini with M4 Pro, 24 GB memory and 512 GB SSD, the exact reference configuration. It validates the carbon neutral claim under SCS-108 for October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2026. The period has ended and no renewal is claimed.
In the box
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In the box
Mac mini, Power cord (1.8 m)1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/121555Read 6 October 2026
A6 Mini PC, Thank You Card, User Guide, HDMI Cable, Power Adapter, VESA Mount1Maker product pagegeekompc.com/geekom-a6-mini-pcRead 16 October 2026Packaging section: A6 Mini PC, Thank You Card, User Guide, HDMI Cable, Power Adapter, VESA Mount. The AC power cord comes with the adapter.5Reviewcnx-software.com/2025/01/27/geekom-a6-ryzen-7-6800h-mini-pc-review-part-1-specifications-unboxing-and-teardownRead 16 October 2026Unboxing: the A6, a 19V/6.32A 120W power adapter with a power cord, an HDMI cable, a VESA mount with screws and a user guide.
Warranty
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Product page
www.geekompc.com/geekom-a6-mini-pc1Maker product pagegeekompc.com/geekom-a6-mini-pcRead 16 October 2026US store page. The configuration list has seven versions. The page data names the SKU GMA6R76800-161-US for A6 R7-6800 16 GB RAM + 1 TB SSD, in stock at $599 on 16 October 2026. The page lists 3-Year Warranty and US local inventory.
Spec sheet
Manual
support.apple.com/en-us/1215088Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/121508Read 6 October 2026Mac mini (2024) Repair Manual, manual ID MZEKLP, with Exploded View, Bottom Cover, Fan, SSD Module and Power Supply procedures. It covers both the M4 and M4 Pro models.
support.geekompc.com/vfm-admin/vfm-downloader.php3Owner's manualsupport.geekompc.com/vfm-admin/vfm-downloader.phpRead 16 October 2026Complete User Manual from the A6 support page Downloads tab, English PDF dated 2025-01-22, revision 1.0 of January 2025 for the A6 series. A second 61 MB file is a quick guide.
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