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Updated July 2026
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2026 verdict
Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) beats Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB) in 2026, with its clearest edge on price and rating.
It builds its lead on price and rating, then backs it up with a stronger showing on its broader overall balance. Pick Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB) only when memory type is the deciding factor for your setup. That makes Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) the clearer recommendation in 2026.
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| Feature | Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) | Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $949.99 | $1273.46 | Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) |
| Rating | 5.0 | 4.6 | Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | LPDDR5 | Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB) |
| CPU Model | Intel Core i7-1360P | M2 Pro (10-core CPU) | Different strengths |
| Memory Configuration | Dual-channel | Unified Memory | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | 16-core GPU | Different strengths |
| Memory Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB | Tie |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 512 GB | Tie |
Winner
$949.99
- + Price: $949.99
- + Rating: 5.0
- - Memory Type: DDR4 vs LPDDR5
$1273.46
- + Memory Type: LPDDR5
- - Price: $1273.46 vs $949.99
- - Rating: 4.6 vs 5.0
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) or Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB)?
Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price and rating.
What is the biggest difference between Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) and Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB)?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) lists $949.99, while Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB) lists $1273.46.
Which one looks better on price?
Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) is listed at $949.99, while Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB) is listed at $1273.46. Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) (better spec).
Who should buy Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB)?
Choose Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than memory type.
Who should buy Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB)?
Choose Apple Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB) if your priority is memory type and that matters more than price.
Full comparison table
Compare all 68 Mini PCs side by side
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- 68 Mini PCs
- 41 specs compared
- 38 filters
MINISFORUMX1 Lite-255 (32GB + 1TB)
$699.90
AsusNUC 15 Pro+ (Ultra 9 32GB + 1TB)
$1902.44
MINISFORUMMS-A2 (Ryzen 9 9955HX 96GB + 2TB)
$2099.00- Asus
NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB)
$949.99 
AsusROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
$2599.00
BeelinkMini S12 Pro (N100 16GB + 500GB)
$339.00
AsusNUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB)
$1101.00
GeekomIT13 2026 Edition (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB)
$1399.00
BeelinkSER8 (32GB + 1TB)
$939.00
BeelinkSER9 Pro (24GB + 1TB)
$689.00
AppleMac Mini (M4 16GB + 512GB)
$979.99
AppleMac Mini (M4 Pro 24GB + 512GB)
$1569.00
AppleMac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB)
$1273.46
BeelinkSER5 Pro (16GB + 480GB)
$389.00
GMKtecNucBox M7 Ultra (32GB + 512GB)
$599.99
GeekomGT1 Mega Ultra 9
10% OFF$949.00$854.10
BeelinkMini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB)
$289.00
MINISFORUMMS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
$3799.00
GeekomA9 Mega (128GB + 2TB)
5% OFF$3999.00$3799.04
GMKtecNucBox G3 Pro (16GB + 512GB)
28% OFF$459.99$329.99
Mini PCsAsusAscent GX10 (128GB + 1TB)
4.0(79)$5998.96
Mini PCsAsusChromebox 5a (Celeron 4GB + 128GB)
4.4(35)10% OFF$399.00$359.00- Mini PCsAsus
NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB)
5.0(2)$949.99 
Mini PCsAsusNUC 14 Pro Tall (Ultra 7 32GB + 1TB)
4.1(29)$1299.99- Mini PCsAsus
NUC 15 Pro+ (Ultra 9 32GB + 1TB)
5.0(5)$1902.44 - Mini PCsAsus
NUC 15 Pro Slim (Core 5 16GB + 512GB)
$1101.00 
Mini PCsAsusNUC 16 Pro (Ultra 7 16GB + 512GB)
$1549.00
Mini PCsAsusNUC 16 Pro (Ultra X7 32GB + 1TB)
$2799.00- Mini PCsAsus
ROG GR70 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
5.0(2)$2599.00 
Mini PCsAsusROG NUC 16 (RTX 5060 32GB + 1TB)
$2499.00
Mini PCsAsusROG NUC 16 (RTX 5070 Ti 32GB + 1TB)
$3199.00
Mini PCsAsusROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 32GB + 1TB)
3.6(4)$3699.00
Mini PCsAsusROG NUC 16 (RTX 5080 64GB + 2TB)
$4999.00
Mini PCsAsusROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5070 32GB + 1TB)
4.1(12)10% OFF$3899.00$3499.00
Mini PCsAsusROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5070 32GB + 2TB)
3.5(3)$3882.41
Mini PCsAsusROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5070 Ti 32GB + 2TB)
3.9(8)$3399.99
Mini PCsAsusROG NUC 2025 (RTX 5080 32GB + 2TB)
2.9(14)26% OFF$5299.00$3925.28
RoutersAsusROG Rapture GT-BE19000AI
3.6(35)$899.99
RoutersAsusROG Rapture GT-BE98 Pro
4.3(603)$684.99
RoutersAsusROG Strix GS-BE12000
4.2(133)16% OFF$399.99$337.19
- Mini PCsApple
Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB)
4.6(206)$1273.46 - Mini PCsApple
Mac Mini (M4 16GB + 512GB)
4.7(405)$979.99 - Mini PCsApple
Mac Mini (M4 Pro 24GB + 512GB)
4.7(250)$1569.00 
Mini PCsAppleMac Mini (M4 Pro 48GB + 1TB)
4.4(13)$2199.00
SpeakersAppleHomePod (2nd gen)
4.5(54)$369.99
SpeakersAppleHomePod mini
$99.00
Voice AssistantsAppleHomePod (2nd gen)
4.5(54)$369.99
Voice AssistantsAppleHomePod mini
$99.00