Apple's MacBook Neo, a new entry-level model starting at $599, is designed to appeal to everyday users, not just power professionals. The Mac Mini is another affordable option for the same $599 starting price as the Neo, but requires separate monitors, keyboard, mouse, and mouse. However, the Mac Mini comes in a range of configurations and memory options from 16GB to 64GB. The MacBook Neo excels at the basics of everyday tasks, including working in the browser, multitasking across work software, taking video calls, and all the same iPhone integrations. The Mini also offers more processing power but requires a separate monitor, keyboard and mouse, while the Mini has more flexibility. The A18 Pro chip in the MacBook Neo isn't designed to handle demanding workloads like 8K video editing or 3D animation.