Launched in 2005 as the first sub-$500 Mac — a key in attracting "switchers" from Windows PCs — the Mac mini (now $799 and up from the Apple Store) was most recently redesigned in late 2018.

The new Mac Studio models with M4 Max and M3 Ultra chips support Low Power Mode, according to an Apple support document ...

The Mac Mini won't be perfect for everyone, but it's a surprisingly good piece of kit for home lab enthusiasts.

The M4 Max Mac Studio is a compact powerhouse that seamlessly fits on my desk - and outperforms my PC tower in several ways.