The Mac mini is a small desktop computer made by Apple. And that's all it is. The Mac mini is shipped without an accompanying screen, keyboard or mouse; as Apple likes to say, it's “BYODKM” (Bring Your Own Display, Keyboard, and Mouse).

Is it worth buying Mac Mini?

The 2020 M1 Apple Mac mini is an exceptional desktop computing value, especially for anyone who already owns a good monitor to pair with it. ... Most importantly, using the M1 Mac mini generally feels like using any other Mac. For these reasons, we heartily recommend the 2020 Mac mini, especially the entry-level models.

What is the difference between MacBook and Mac Mini?

The M1 Mac Mini has an Ethernet port, a Thunderbolt/USB 4 port, an HDMI 2.0 port, two USB-A ports, and a 3.5mm headphone hack. The MacBook Air is far more restrictive, with only two Thunderbolt 4 ports and a 3.5mm headphone jack.