Used M1 or new M4 Mac mini for a Plex server
A used M1 from MacSales is listed with 16GB memory and a 2TB SSD for $679. A new with similar memory and storage would cost about $1,400. The base new M4 model costs $799, but it only includes a 512GB SSD.
Extra storage could be handled later by changing the SSD in the new model or by using an external drive. The main uses are a , office work, and web browsing, with some desire for a machine that will stay useful for several years.
Key points
- The used M1 has 16GB memory and a 2TB SSD for $679.
- A new with similar specs would cost about $1,400.
- The base M4 costs $799 but has only a 512GB SSD.
- The planned uses are , office work, and web browsing.
- Storage could be expanded later with an SSD change or an external drive.