Mac mini: Power consumption and thermal output (BTU) information

  • Last Modified: April 16, 2009
  • Article: HT3468
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Summary

Learn about the power consumption and thermal output of Mac mini computers.

Products Affected

Mac mini (Early 2009)

Power Consumption Thermal Output
Idle CPU Max Idle CPU Max
13 W 110 W 44 BTU/h 376 BTU/h

 

Power Consumption Thermal Output
Idle CPU Max Idle CPU Max
23 W 110 W 79 BTU/h 376 BTU/h

 

Power Consumption Thermal Output
Idle CPU Max Idle CPU Max
23 W 110 W 79 BTU/h 376 BTU/h

 

Power Consumption Thermal Output
Idle CPU Max Idle CPU Max
32 W 85 W 110 BTU/h 290 BTU/h

 

Additional Information

Notes

  1. Power consumption data (Watts) is measured from the wall power source and includes all power supply and system losses. Additional correction is not needed.
  2. "CPU Max" is defined as running a compute-intensive test application that maximizes processor usage and therefore power consumption.
  3. These numbers reflect a 23°C (73.4° F) ambient running environment. Increased ambient temperatures will require faster fan speeds which will increase power consumption. At 35° C (95° F), 50 W should be added to reflect increased power consumption.
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