![]() In the end, I also answer some frequently asked questions: As a former iOS Team lead in two companies where I had to make informed decisions about which hardware to get for what level of developer and where I could test out different Macs on differently sized projects, here are my current recommendations. This article was last updated in May 202 3. + wireless mouse & keyboard (at least $30) Pros: M2 Mac Mini (8GB RAM & 256GB SSD) for $600 (or $470 M1 refurbished) The Cheapest Mac for Developers ($750+) Hardware: If 6 months have passed since then when you read this, ping me on Twitter & remind me to update. Fast build times with future-proof M2 Apple Silicon processor.Fast SSD for opening Xcode projects quickly (many small files).Cheapest overall option with a total price (including periphery) of ~$750.Built-in ports, no adapter needed (2x USB-A, 2x USB-C, HDMI, LAN).Requires additional periphery (mouse, keyboard, monitor).256 GB SSD is just enough for development, no space for other media.8GB RAM limits concurrent simulators & tooling running in background.Get the 24" iMac for a 4.5K monitor, Apple mouse & keyboard ( +$700).Get 16 GB RAM if you want to have many apps/simulators open ( +$200).OR buy an 8TB external hard drive for the same price (for media only).Get 512GB SSD if you plan to use it for other purposes as well ( +$200). ![]() this is just a hobby for you, and you know you’re going to be coding from a fixed place. Or if you want to use the Mac as a media server as well for your home (with an external hard drive).
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