Mac mini vs Mac Studio: Which desktop is right for you?

The price difference is huge. Cheng Xin/Getty Images With fall just around the corner, all eyes are on the upcoming iPhones. But Apple surprised us this week with updates to two of its desktop computers: a new Mac mini and a Mac Studio. They don't look radically different, but they come with faster chips. And although these Macs won't hit stores until next month, you can already pre-order them. So now the question is: Which Mac desktop should you choose? Is the Mac mini enough? Or maybe you should spend more on a Mac Studio? The Mac mini and Mac Studio are similar in many ways. But the Mac mini is a simple, compact box, while the Mac Studio is a real heavyweight that's bigger in size. Both are desktop computers designed to be connected to the accessories you already own. Hook up your own k