Winner
Updated October 2026
Data from Amazon and official Apple and MINISFORUM sites.
2026 verdict
Apple Mac Mini (M4 Pro 24GB + 512GB) has the better all-around case than MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB) in 2026, starting with price, rating, and memory type.
It has the clearer edge on price, rating, and memory type, and it stays ahead on memory speed. MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB) is the better fit only for buyers who prioritize warranty, memory capacity, and storage capacity above everything else here. For most setups, Apple Mac Mini (M4 Pro 24GB + 512GB) is the smarter buy.
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| Feature | Apple Mac Mini (M4 Pro 24GB + 512GB) | MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1569.00 | $1659.00 | Apple Mac Mini (M4 Pro 24GB + 512GB) |
| Rating | 4.7 | 4.4 | Apple Mac Mini (M4 Pro 24GB + 512GB) |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years | MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB) |
| Memory Type | LPDDR5X | DDR5 | Apple Mac Mini (M4 Pro 24GB + 512GB) |
| Memory Speed | 8533 MT/s | 4800 MT/s | Apple Mac Mini (M4 Pro 24GB + 512GB) |
| Memory Capacity | 24 GB | 32 GB | MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB) |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 1 TB | MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB) |
| CPU Model | M4 Pro (12-core) | Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX (24 cores, 8P + 16E, up to 5.5 GHz) | Different strengths |
| Memory Configuration | Unified Memory | Dual-channel | Different strengths |
| GPU Model | 16-core GPU | Intel Graphics (integrated, up to 2 GHz) | Different strengths |
| NPU Model | 16-core Neural Engine | Intel AI Boost NPU (13 TOPS) | Different strengths |
Winner
$1569.00
- + Price: $1569.00
- + Rating: 4.7
- + Memory Type: LPDDR5X
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 2 years
- - Memory Capacity: 24 GB vs 32 GB
$1659.00
- + Warranty: 2 years
- + Memory Capacity: 32 GB
- + Storage Capacity: 1 TB
- - Price: $1659.00 vs $1569.00
- - Rating: 4.4 vs 4.7
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- Apple Mac Mini (M4 Pro 24GB + 512GB)
- MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Apple Mac Mini (M4 Pro 24GB + 512GB) or MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB)?
Apple Mac Mini (M4 Pro 24GB + 512GB) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and memory type.
What is the biggest difference between Apple Mac Mini (M4 Pro 24GB + 512GB) and MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB)?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Apple Mac Mini (M4 Pro 24GB + 512GB) lists $1569.00, while MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB) lists $1659.00.
Which one looks better on price?
Apple Mac Mini (M4 Pro 24GB + 512GB) is listed at $1569.00, while MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB) is listed at $1659.00. Apple Mac Mini (M4 Pro 24GB + 512GB) (better spec).
Who should buy Apple Mac Mini (M4 Pro 24GB + 512GB)?
Choose Apple Mac Mini (M4 Pro 24GB + 512GB) if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than warranty.
Who should buy MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB)?
Choose MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB) if your priority is warranty and memory capacity and that matters more than price.
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- 92 Mini PCs
- 41 specs compared
- 38 filters
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$2099.00
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$2599.00
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$2599.00
MINISFORUMMS-03 (Ultra 9 64GB + 1TB)
$2399.00
AppleMac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB)
$1273.46
AppleMac Mini (M4 16GB + 512GB)
$1072.36- Apple
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$1569.00 
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15% OFF
$1299.99$1099.99
MINISFORUMG1 Pro (32GB + 1TB)
$1719.00
MINISFORUMMS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
$3799.00
GeekomA9 Mega (128GB + 2TB)
5% OFF$3999.00$3799.00
BeelinkMini S13 (N150 12GB + 500GB)
$339.00
BeelinkMini S12 Pro (N100 16GB + 500GB)
$339.00
BeelinkMini S12 (N95 8GB + 480GB)
$279.00
MINISFORUMM1-1390 (32GB + 1TB)
$767.00
MINISFORUMM1 Pro-125H (32GB + 1TB)
$895.00
MINISFORUMX1 Lite-255 (32GB + 1TB)
$743.00
BeelinkEQi13 (24GB + 1TB)
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$879.99- Mini PCsApple
Mac Mini (M2 Pro 16GB + 512GB)
4.7(1,453)$1273.46 - Mini PCsApple
Mac Mini (M4 16GB + 512GB)
4.7(415)$1072.36 - Mini PCsApple
Mac Mini (M4 Pro 24GB + 512GB)
4.7(257)$1569.00 
Mini PCsAppleMac Mini (M4 Pro 48GB + 1TB)
4.4(13)$2199.00
SpeakersAppleHomePod (2nd gen)
4.5(54)$369.99
SpeakersAppleHomePod mini
3.0(1)€199.86
Voice AssistantsAppleHomePod (2nd gen)
4.5(54)$369.99
Voice AssistantsAppleHomePod mini
3.0(1)€199.86
- Mini PCsMINISFORUM
G1 Pro (32GB + 1TB)
4.6(25)$1719.00 - Mini PCsMINISFORUM
M1-1390 (32GB + 1TB)
4.5(220)$767.00 - Mini PCsMINISFORUM
M1 Pro-125H (32GB + 1TB)
4.5(218)$895.00 
Mini PCsMINISFORUMMS-02 Ultra (Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB + 1TB)
4.4(30)$1659.00- Mini PCsMINISFORUM
MS-03 (Ultra 9 64GB + 1TB)
4.8(11)$2399.00 - Mini PCsMINISFORUM
MS-A2 (Ryzen 9 9955HX 96GB + 2TB)
5.0(5)$2099.00 - Mini PCsMINISFORUM
MS-S1 Max (128GB + 2TB)
4.6(9)$3799.00 - Mini PCsMINISFORUM
MS-S1 Max (64GB + 2TB)
5.0(2)$2599.00 - Mini PCsMINISFORUM
X1 Lite-255 (32GB + 1TB)
4.5(218)$743.00