Is there a way to avoid Hd4000
There are ways to run external GPUs. Just be realistic with the mini. It has it's limitations to support it's amazing footprint. I just bought a 2012 i5 with 2 1tb drives and 8gb ram for 500. That setup will be much cheaper than a base model new version Mini setup the same.
I say find a used one, save the money, and enjoy how awesome they are. Unless you game on it. There is no point fussing.
There are ways to run external GPUs. Just be realistic with the mini. It has it's limitations to support it's amazing footprint. I just bought a 2012 i5 with 2 1tb drives and 8gb ram for 500. That setup will be much cheaper than a base model new version Mini setup the same.
I say find a used one, save the money, and enjoy how awesome they are. Unless you game on it. There is no point fussing.