2026 Mac mini with M5 & M5 Pro: Release date, specs, performance & price rumors

Apple's 2026 Mac mini is expected to feature the M5 chip, with release anticipated in spring or summer 2026. The M5 chip, which debuted in the MacBook Pro in October 2025, focuses on graphics performance and on-device artificial intelligence. The Mac mini is likely to maintain the 16GB baseline RAM, with configurations up to 32GB for standard models and higher for Pro versions. Storage options are expected to range from 256GB to 8TB. The M5 Mac mini will likely have Thunderbolt 4, while the M5 Pro may have Thunderbolt 5. The physical design, including ports and color options, is expected to remain unchanged.