Coding on Mac mini M4, 32 GB

Apple M4. 32 GB. 120 GB/s.

Source: Apple M4 Mac mini memory options, 14 Oct 2026

Coding

Runs well

Well below DeepSeek (July 2026)

A fast specialist. Only a small slice works on each word, so it feels quick. Newer Qwen3.6 builds exist; this is the one with a public Arena score.

Mac mini M4 Pro 48 GB

Around $2,199 · estimate

Source: EveryMac (48 GB option history), 14 Oct 2026

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Install guides from the makers

Ollama's download page · Ollama · Mac, Windows, Linux
LM Studio's app guide · LM Studio · Mac, Windows, Linux

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Fit rule checked 14 Oct 2026. canirun.ai.