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Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) vs Apple Mac Mini (M4 16GB + 512GB)

Full Mini PCs comparison in 2026

Updated October 2026
Data from the official Asus and Apple sites.
2026 verdict
Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) edges out Apple Mac Mini (M4 16GB + 512GB) in 2026, led by price and rating.
Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB)
Winner
Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB)
$979.99
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Its biggest wins come from price and rating, and its broader overall balance adds more confidence to the verdict. Apple Mac Mini (M4 16GB + 512GB) is the better fit only for buyers who prioritize memory type above everything else here. Overall, Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) makes more sense for most people.
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FeatureAsus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB)Apple Mac Mini (M4 16GB + 512GB)Winner
Price$979.99£999.00Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB)
Rating5.04.7Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB)
Memory TypeDDR4LPDDR5XApple Mac Mini (M4 16GB + 512GB)
CPU ModelIntel Core i7-1360PM4Different strengths
Memory ConfigurationDual-channelUnified MemoryDifferent strengths
GPU ModelIntel Iris Xe Graphics10-core GPUDifferent strengths
Memory Capacity16 GB16 GBTie
Storage Capacity512 GB512 GBTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) or Apple Mac Mini (M4 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 (M4 16GB + 512GB)?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) lists $979.99, while Apple Mac Mini (M4 16GB + 512GB) lists £999.00.

Which one looks better on price?

Asus NUC 13 Pro Slim (i7 16GB + 512GB) is listed at $979.99, while Apple Mac Mini (M4 16GB + 512GB) is listed at £999.00. 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 (M4 16GB + 512GB)?

Choose Apple Mac Mini (M4 16GB + 512GB) if your priority is memory type and that matters more than price.

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