Explained Ports and connectivity

Ethernet

You get Gigabit Ethernet as standard. Apple’s new 10Gb Ethernet upgrade is a specialist option for the likes of high–end creative pros and data centers using Mac minis as servers.

Thunderbolt 3

The latest version of Thunderbolt uses a USB–C connector. It’s versatile, so you can add the features you want, whether that’s a display, an SD card reader or even more USB–A ports.

HDMI 2.0

The Mac mini’s HDMI port has been updated to a more recent specification, so it can put out a 4K picture at a 60Hz refresh rate, as long as your display accepts an HDMI 2.0 input.

Traditional USB–A

Before you buy adapters to turn Thunderbolt 3 into USB–A, think about what you’re connecting. For low–bandwidth kit like printers, consider adding a cheap USB–A hub instead.