For those seeking a compact yet mighty desktop machine, now may be an ideal time to pick up one of Apple’s latest Mac mini models. Amazon and B&H Photo have slashed prices by $120 and $150 on the Mac mini with M2 and M2 Pro chips, respectively.

While Apple generates buzz with each new generation of iPhone or MacBook, the often overlooked Mac mini offers remarkable value, versatility, and power packed into a chassis no larger than a couple of hardback books stacked together.

The entry-level Mac mini with M2 chip, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage is currently discounted to $479 at Amazon and B&H Photo. This newest iteration of Apple’s pint-sized desktop retains the same diminutive footprint as previous models while incorporating the company’s latest homegrown processor. Though not as brawny as the vanguard M3 chip featured in the newest MacBooks, the M2 still delivers ample speed for web browsing, office work, streaming media, and handling everyday computing tasks.

For more demanding duties like video editing, 3D modeling, coding and the like, the step-up Mac mini with M2 Pro chip, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of SSD is marked down to $1,149 at B&H Photo (reg. $1,299). Built on the M2 Pro architecture that also powers the higher-end 14 and 16-inch MacBook Pro laptops released last year, this tiny titan packs the punch of a full-sized desktop.

• Apple Mac mini (M2, 8GB+256GB), $479 $599 — Amazon / B&H Photo / $499 at Best Buy
• Apple Mac mini (M2, 8GB+512GB), $699 $799 — Amazon / Best Buy / B&H Photo
• Apple Mac mini (M2, 16GB+256GB), $699 $799 — B&H Photo
• Apple Mac mini (M2 Pro, 16GB+512GB), $1,149 $1,299 — B&H Photo

Both Mac mini models shine in the port department, with the M2 version equipped with two Thunderbolt 4 ports, two USB-A ports, HDMI out, and a headphone jack. The M2 Pro model doubles the Thunderbolt ports to four. Notably absent on both, however, are any ports located on the front, which may hamper accessibility. Nonetheless, the extensive connectivity allows the Mac mini to adapt to a multitude of workstation setups.

So for those whose computing needs call for desktop power in a petite frame, Apple’s M2 and M2 Pro-powered Mac mini models—now $120 to $150 cheaper—make for compelling options compared to building or buying a more conventional PC tower. And with the freedom to furnish your own display, keyboard, mouse, and other peripherals, the only limit to the Mac mini is your imagination.

Disclaimer: Prices and promotions mentioned in this article are accurate at the time of writing and are subject to change based on the retailers’ discretion. Please verify the current offer before making a purchase.