macOS compatibility guide: Find the version that runs on your Mac

Wondering what versions of macOS your Mac can run? We've created a macOS Compatibility Checker that will show you which Macs support different versions of macOS and Mac OS X, so you can determine which version you should use on your Mac.

What version of macOS does my Mac support?

Apple releases a new version of the Mac operating system every year, but the latest version of the Mac operating system does not support all Macs. Every year, more and more Macs fall off the compatibility list and can't be updated to take advantage of the latest features.

Latest version, macOS 26 TahoeReleased September 15, 2025, it can run on all M series Macs and the latest generation of Intel-based Macs released in 2019, but older Macs don't get all the new features. Read on to find out exactly which Mac computers are supported by each version of the Mac operating system.

For tips on installing macOS, read: How to install macOS on your Mac and read our guide to every version of macOS released to find out about the latest version.

Compatible with macOS 26 Tahoe

There were concerns that macOS Tahoe wouldn't support Macs with Intel processors – luckily this isn't the case, but Apple has confirmed that it will be the last version of macOS to support Macs that don't run Apple's own processor.

Apple lists the following Mac computers as compatible with macOS 26 Tahoe and Apple Intelligence features:

Tahoe-based M-series Macs

• MacBook Pro (M1 and later)
• MacBook Air (M1 and later)
• iMac (M1 and later)
• Mac mini (M1 and later)
• Mac Studio (M1 and later)
• Mac Pro (M1 and later)

Intel Macs with Tahoe

These are Intel Macs running macOS Tahoe (but not Apple Intelligence):

• MacBook Pro (Intel, 13-inch, 2020, four Thunderbolt 3 ports)
• MacBook Pro (Intel, 16 inches, 2019)
• Mac Pro (Intel, 2019)
• iMac (Intel Mid 2020)

Macs that don't have Tahoe

The following Macs supported in 2024 macOS Sequoiaand anything older than these cannot run Tahoe:

• iMac (Intel, 2019)
• iMac Pro (Intel 2017)
• Mac mini (Intel, 2018)
• MacBook Pro (Intel, 2018)

Compatible with macOS 15 Sequoia

Apple

Sequoia (macOS 15) became available on Tuesday, September 16, 2024. The software was updated regularly before Tahoe arrived, but now that Tahoe is here, Sequoia will only receive security updates when needed. for example, Sequoia 15.7 dated September 15, 2025

M-series Macs running Sequoia

All M series Macs can support Sequoia (and Apple Intelligence features), including:

• MacBook Air (M1 and later)
• MacBook Pro (M1 and later)
• iMac (M1 and later)
• Mac Pro (M1 and later)
• Mac Studio (M1 and later)
• Mac mini (M1 and later)

Intel Macs with Sequoia

Following Intel Macs Can Run Sequoia. However, none of these models support Apple Intelligence features.

• iMac (Intel 2019 and August 2020)
• Mac Pro (Intel, 2019)
• iMac Pro (Intel 2017)
• MacBook Air (Intel March 2020)
• Mac mini (Intel, 2018)
• MacBook Pro (Intel, 2018, 2019 and May 2020)

Mac computers that don't run Sequoia

The following Macs supported in 2023 macOS Sonomaand anything older than these cannot run Sequoia:

• MacBook Air (Intel, 2019)
• MacBook Air (Intel, 2018)

For more information read: Can my Mac run Sequoia?

Compatible with macOS 14 Sonoma

IDH

macOS 14 Sonoma became available on Tuesday, September 26, 2023. Apple is still release of security updates for Sonomathe most recent was 14.8 on September 15, 2025.

Macs running Sonoma

• iMac since 2019
• Mac Pro since 2019
• imac pro since 2017
• Mak Studio from 2022
• MacBook Air 2018 release.
• Mac mini 2018.
• MacBook Pro 2018 release.

For more information read: Can my Mac work with Sonoma?

Can I install an older OS on my Mac?

Officially, the operating system that was available on your Mac when you bought it is the oldest version of macOS that can run on that Mac. It's likely that the older OS won't include the necessary drivers for the hardware on new Macs. For this reason, it's unlikely that you'll be able to install an older version of macOS on a new Mac, but you might want to take a look at how to install older versions of macOS or OS X for other Mac computers. Owners of Mac computers with M-series chips (sometimes called Apple Silicon) will not be able to run older versions of macOS that were not designed for Apple Silicon Macs which use a different architecture known as ARM instead of X-86.

But it may be more than just a matter of wanting to know if your Mac can run the latest operating system. You might also want to know if it's possible downgrade your Mac to an older version of macOS and you need to know the oldest version of macOS you can use. You will also find this information below. You can also see the full list of all different versions of macOS and Mac OS X. Don't know what Mac you have? Check out our article about how to identify your Mac.

Note. In each case, the year listed below is the year the Mac was first introduced—for example, you might have bought a 2016 MacBook in early 2017, but it's still a 2016 MacBook.

Compatible with macOS 13 Ventura

Apple

Apple released macOS 13 Ventura to the general public on October 24, 2022. Apple is still releasing security updates for the Ventura, the most recent update being 13.7.8 in August 2025. This may be the last Ventura update for now while the Tahoe is here, as Apple typically only supports the latest two versions with security updates.

Mac computers running Ventura

• MacBook models 2017 and newer.
• MacBook Air 2018 or newer models.
• MacBook Pro 2017 and newer models.
• Mac mini 2018 or later models
• 2017 or later iMac models
• iMac Pro (all models)
• Mac Pro models 2019 or later.
• Mac Studio (all models)

For more information read: Can my Mac run Ventura?

Compatible with macOS 12 Monterey

Apple

macOS 12 Monterey was made available for download on October 15, 2021 (latest version 12.7.6 released July 2024). Apple no longer releases security updates for Monterey.

Mac computers running macOS Monterey

• MacBook models are early 2016 or newer.
• MacBook Air models are early 2015 or newer.
• MacBook Pro models early 2015 or newer.
• Mac mini models 2014 or later.
• iMac 2015 or later
• iMac Pro (2017 and later)
• Mac Pro models Late 2013 and newer.
• Mac Studio

Compatible with macOS 11 Big Sur

Apple

macOS 11 Big Sur is the version of macOS released on November 12, 2020 (latest version 11.7.10 released September 2023). Apple is no longer releasing security updates for Big Sur.

Macs that can run macOS Big Sur

• MacBook models are early 2015 or newer.
• MacBook Air models 2013 or newer.
• MacBook Pro models 2013 or newer.
• Mac mini models 2014 or later.
• iMac 2014 or later
• iMac Pro (all models)
• 2013 and 2019 Mac Pro models.

Compatible with macOS 10.15 Catalina

Catalina was released in October 2019 (latest version 10.15.7 released in July 2022). Apple no longer releases security updates for Catalina:

Mac computers that can run Catalina

• MacBook (2015–2017)
• MacBook Air (Mid 2012–2019)
• MacBook Pro (Mid 2012–2019)
• Mac mini (Late 2012 – Late 2018)
• iMac (Late 2012–2019)
• iMac Pro (all models)
• 2013 Mac Pro models.

Please note that M series Macs will not be able to use Catalina or earlier.

Compatible with macOS 10.14 Mojave

Mojave was released in September 2018 (latest version 10.14.6 in July 2021) and can run on the following Mac computers:

• MacBook (early 2015–2017)
• MacBook Air (mid 2012–2017 as it is the same as the 2015 model)
• MacBook Pro (Mid 2012–2018)
• Mac mini (Late 2012 – Late 2018)
• iMac (Late 2012 – Mid 2017)
• iMac Pro (all models)
• Mac Pro (Late 2013, and mid-2010 and mid-2012 models with recommended Metal-enabled GPU)

Compatible with macOS 10.13 High Sierra

High Sierra was released in September 2017 (latest version is 10.13.6) and can run on the following Mac computers:

• MacBook (late 2009–2017)
• MacBook Air (late 2010–2017, same as 2015 model)
• MacBook Pro (Mid 2010–2017)
• Mac mini (mid 2010–2014)
• iMac (Late 2009 – Mid 2017)
• Mac Pro (mid 2010 and 2013)

Compatible with macOS 10.12 Sierra

Sierra, the first update to remove the “X” from its name, was released in September 2016 (latest version is 10.12.6) and can run on the following Mac computers:

• MacBook (late 2009–2017)
• MacBook Air (late 2010–2017, same as 2015 model)
• MacBook Pro (Mid 2010–2015)
• Mac mini (mid 2010–2014)
• iMac (late 2009–2015)
• Mac Pro (mid 2010 and 2013)

Compatible with Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan

El Capitan was released in September 2015 (latest version is 10.11.6) and can run on the following Mac computers:

• MacBook (early 2015–2017)
• MacBook (late 2008–2010)
• MacBook Air (late 2008 – early 2015)
• MacBook Pro (mid/late 2007 – early 2015)
• Mac mini (early 2009–2014)
• iMac (mid 2007 – mid 2015)
• Mac Pro (2008, 2010, 2013)

Compatible with OS X 10.10 Yosemite

Yosemite was released in October 2014 (latest version is 10.10.5) and can run on the following Mac computers:

• MacBook (late 2008–2010)
• MacBook Air (Late 2008 – Mid 2013)
• MacBook Pro (13-inch, mid 2009 – mid 2014)
• MacBook Pro (15-inch, mid/late 2007 – mid 2014)
• MacBook Pro (17″ Late 2007–2011)
• Mac mini (early 2009–2012)
• iMac (mid 2007 – mid 2014)
• Mac Pro (2008 and 2010)

Compatible with Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks

Mavericks was released in October 2013 (latest version is 10.9.5) and can run on the following Mac computers:

• MacBook (late 2008–2010)
• MacBook Air (Late 2008 – Mid 2013)
• MacBook Pro (mid 2007 – early 2013)
• Xserve (early 2009)
• Mac mini (early 2009–2012)
• iMac (mid 2007–early 2013)
• Mac Pro (early 2008 and 2010)

Compatible with Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion

Mountain Lion, the latest of the “big cat” versions of the Mac operating system, was released in July 2012 (latest version is 10.8.5) and can run on the following Mac computers:

• MacBook (late 2008–2010)
• MacBook Air (Late 2008 – Mid 2012)
• MacBook Pro (mid/late 2007 – mid 2012)
• Mac mini (early 2009–2011)
• iMac (mid 2007–2011)
• Mac Pro (early 2008 and 2010)

Wondering how long Apple will support your Mac? Read:
How long do Macs last?