3 A Computer for the Professional on the Go
No doubt the new Mac mini will be a popular choice for graphic designers, engineers, music producers, developers and freelancers who require serious computing power without the restrictions of a typical desktop computer. The above occupations typically require a robust desktop computer for managing their varied and demanding tools. This audience has to make tradeoffs: Purchase a powerful but costly and not so portable iMac or iMac Pro, for the few who can afford it, or purchase a MacBook Pro with portability but performance restrictions. The Mac mini offers performance and portablility, but lacks a display, making it a good compromise for some users.
Lack of portability can be a hindrance for creative professionals, as it’s common to collaborate with clients outside of a typical working environment. The added mobility – when necessary – of the Mac mini solves this problem, as long as a monitor is available.
Also, for those who have to run particularly demanding programs, note that unlike some Apple computers, the Mac mini’s RAM can be personally upgraded, by physically opening the shell, if your current RAM ends up being a little too slow for your needs.