- Nov 24, 2024
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I'm using a Mac Mini M2 as my main workstation and I'm seeing really high idle CPU temps (40-45°C) with just Chrome + Mail running. Activity Monitor shows nothing unusual. Running latest macOS Sonoma 14.3.1.
Tried:
- SMC/NVRAM reset
- Clean macOS install
- Different power profiles
- Monitoring with iStat Menus
Room temp ~22°C, Mini sits horizontal on desk with good airflow.
Are these temps normal for a Mac Mini M2? My old Intel NUC idled around 35°C. Should I be concerned?
Specs:
- M2 Base Mini (8/256)
- 2 external displays (1440p)
Tried:
- SMC/NVRAM reset
- Clean macOS install
- Different power profiles
- Monitoring with iStat Menus
Room temp ~22°C, Mini sits horizontal on desk with good airflow.
Are these temps normal for a Mac Mini M2? My old Intel NUC idled around 35°C. Should I be concerned?
Specs:
- M2 Base Mini (8/256)
- 2 external displays (1440p)
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