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How to know Mac mini Needs more memory

How do you know if Mac mini needs more memory?


Mac mini, macOS 10.15

Posted on Aug 22, 2020 5:56 PM

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Posted on Aug 22, 2020 8:31 PM

rutger693X Said:

"How do you know if Mac mini needs more memory?"

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Consider 16GB for Multitasking.

If it is very slow, then multitasking may be getting in the way here - So, if you purchase a new Mac in the future, get quite a bit more, considering 16GB.


4GB would be good for basic usage (AKA "one app at a time"). But, not good for streaming (i.e. Apple TV), and running "multiple items at once" (AKA "Multitasking")

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Aug 22, 2020 8:31 PM in response to rutger693X

rutger693X Said:

"How do you know if Mac mini needs more memory?"

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Consider 16GB for Multitasking.

If it is very slow, then multitasking may be getting in the way here - So, if you purchase a new Mac in the future, get quite a bit more, considering 16GB.


4GB would be good for basic usage (AKA "one app at a time"). But, not good for streaming (i.e. Apple TV), and running "multiple items at once" (AKA "Multitasking")

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