MacMini vs, iMac

I am wondering if using a Mac Mini with a 26" HDTV would give me equivalent or better image quality than I would merely get by using a 27" iMac?
I want to use my Mac in 2 different locations (staying in each for several mos at a time), and am considering either getting a new iMac for one location & keeping everything on an external HD with my Time Machine backup & carrying that with me when I go to the other location, or whether I'd be better off using the Mini & carryng that back & forth?
Also, can the Mini use an iMac's screen?
Thanks

LIPhotoman wrote:
I am wondering if using a Mac Mini with a 26" HDTV would give me equivalent or better image quality than I would merely get by using a 27" iMac?
No, the resolution of the 27" is 2560*1440. The best resolution you'll get with the HDTV is 1920*1080. The 27" is much better.
I want to use my Mac in 2 different locations (staying in each for several mos at a time), and am considering either getting a new iMac for one location & keeping everything on an external HD with my Time Machine backup & carrying that with me when I go to the other location, or whether I'd be better off using the Mini & carryng that back & forth?
It's a matter of preference. Carrying a Mini with you eliminates the sync issues.
Also, can the Mini use an iMac's screen?
Yes, You can attach the two with the Mini DisplayPort cable and use "target mode display" on the 27". (Pressing F2 on the 27" will switch the display to the mini).
Regards,
Captfred

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