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macOS 13: Ventura ​

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Minimum System Requirements ​

To run macOS Ventura, your Mac needs to meet the following minimum system requirements:

  • Processor: Apple M1 chip or Intel processor
  • Memory: 8 GB of RAM (16 GB or more recommended)
  • Disk Space: 26 GB of available disk space
  • Graphics: Metal-capable graphics card (Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640 or later, or NVIDIA GeForce 640M or later, or AMD Radeon HD 7950 or later)
  • Operating System: macOS Monterey or later (for upgrade) or a blank disk for a clean install
  • Internet Connection: Required for some features

Compatible Mac Models ​

The following Mac models are compatible with macOS Ventura:

  • iMac: Late 2017 or later
  • MacBook: Early 2017 or later
  • MacBook Air: Mid 2018 or later
  • MacBook Pro: Mid 2017 or later
  • Mac Mini: Late 2018 or later
  • Mac Pro: Late 2019 or later
  • iMac Pro: 2017 or later
  • Mac Studio: 2022 or later