Processor or memory

[Janeilfen]

So if you were buying a new mini and with the cost being the same, would you upgrade the processor from i5 to i7, or increase the memory from 8Gb to 16Gb? UK pricing.

 

[Ericdjensen]

Depends on what you use it for. Most likely the RAM though

 

[glenthompson]

It depends on usage but few people are CPU bound so memory is usually a better upgrade.

 

[getrealbro]

If you are willing/able to upgrade your own memory, it’s not a zero sum game.

I went for the i7 and upgraded the memory myself (32GB). But… if I had it to do over again, I’d save a little and go with an i5. FWIW my “memory used” is usually around 20-25GB so I happy I upped it to 32GB.

The i7 may be more useful down the road. But for me now, it is just overkill.

GetRealBro

 

[MevetS]

I did the i7 and 32GB. One of my hobbies is photography and this has been a very nice transition from my Mac Pro 2010.

As to your question, if you can only do one I would go for more memory. But realize memory can be added later. The processor cannot be changed.

Best of luck whatever you decide.