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Which macOS Versions Can Your Mac Run?

Use this Techable compatibility hub to check modern macOS support by Mac family and year, then connect the answer back to exact Apple identifiers like model number, EMC, order number, and Mac model identifier. The page includes the full Mac OS release history and answers what your Mac can run before you update, buy, sell, or replace it.

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The latest macOS is macOS Tahoe 26 (2025).

MacBook Pro: 14-inch M5; 16-inch/14-inch 2024; 16-inch/14-inch 2023; 13-inch M2 2022; 16-inch/14-inch 2021; 13-inch M1 2020; 13-inch 2020 with four Thunderbolt 3 ports; 16-inch 2019.

MacBook Air: MacBook Air M1 2020 or newer, including M2, M3, and M4 models.

MacBook: MacBook Neo 13-inch A18 Pro.

iMac: 24-inch iMac 2021 or newer, plus Retina 5K 27-inch 2020.

Mac mini: Mac mini M1 2020 or newer, including 2023 and 2024 models.

Mac Studio: Mac Studio 2022 or newer.

Mac Pro: Mac Pro 2019 or newer.

Macs not listed for macOS Tahoe 26 may still support macOS Sequoia 15, macOS Sonoma 14, macOS Ventura 13, macOS Monterey 12, or an earlier release.

Start with the answer you need

Start with compatibility first, then move into exact-model lookup, release history, and upgrade or resale decisions.

1I know the Mac family and yearUse the compatibility graph first. 2I only have a model number or identifierSearch by A-number, EMC, order number, or model identifier. 3I want the full Mac OS release historyView every major Mac OS X, OS X, and macOS version. 4I need a quick answerRead compatibility, update, and resale FAQs.

Check macOS compatibility by Mac family and year

Choose a Mac family, then scan the model year across modern macOS releases. This gives you a fast answer without leaving the page, while making clear when exact sub-model confirmation is needed.

How to use this graph

Start with the Mac family, then choose the model year. Use the table for a fast answer, then confirm the exact A-number, EMC, order number, or model identifier before updating, buying, selling, or repairing a Mac.

Legend
  • Compatible — officially listed
  • Some models — confirm sub-model
  • Not officially listed
Step onePick a family and year

Use the matrix to quickly see the newest macOS version listed for that Mac family and model year.

Step twoWatch for "Some"

Some Intel-era years depend on exact ports, chip, or sub-model. Treat those as a prompt to verify the exact identifier.

Step threeConfirm the exact Mac

Use Techable Mac Lookup when you have an A-number, EMC number, order number, serial, or model identifier.

Not sure which year or exact model you have? Use Mac Lookup first, then return to this graph for the compatibility answer.
Look up by A-number, EMC, order number, or model ID

MacBook Pro compatibility by year

Compare MacBook Pro model years against Tahoe, Sequoia, Sonoma, Ventura, Monterey, Big Sur, and Catalina.
Latest listed macOSTahoe 26
Years listed for latest2019–2025
Modern support range2012–2025
Confirm exact modelA-number, EMC, order no., model ID
MacBook Pro year Tahoe 26 Sequoia 15 Sonoma 14 Ventura 13 Monterey 12 Big Sur 11 Catalina 10.15
MacBook Pro 2025 Newest listed: Tahoe 26 ✓ × × × × × ×
MacBook Pro 2024 Newest listed: Tahoe 26 ✓ ✓ × × × × ×
MacBook Pro 2023 Newest listed: Tahoe 26 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ × × ×
MacBook Pro 2022 Newest listed: Tahoe 26 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ × ×
MacBook Pro 2021 Newest listed: Tahoe 26 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ × ×
MacBook Pro 2020 Newest listed: Sequoia 15 ◐ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ×
MacBook Pro 2019 Newest listed: Sequoia 15 ◐ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
MacBook Pro 2018 Newest listed: Sequoia 15 × ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
MacBook Pro 2017 Newest listed: Ventura 13 × × × ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
MacBook Pro 2016 Newest listed: Monterey 12 × × × × ✓ ✓ ✓
MacBook Pro 2015 Newest listed: Monterey 12 × × × × ✓ ✓ ✓
MacBook Pro 2014 Newest listed: Big Sur 11 × × × × × ✓ ✓
MacBook Pro 2013 Newest listed: Catalina 10.15 × × × × × ◐ ✓
MacBook Pro 2012 Some models: Catalina 10.15 × × × × × × ◐

MacBook Pro year-by-year answers

Open a model year for the plain-English compatibility answer, supported-version chips, and exact-model lookup link.

MacBook Pro 2025 Newest listed: Tahoe 26

MacBook Pro 2025 is listed for Tahoe 26. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Pro 2025.

✓ Tahoe 26
MacBook Pro 2024 Newest listed: Tahoe 26

MacBook Pro 2024 is listed for Tahoe 26, Sequoia 15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Pro 2024.

✓ Tahoe 26✓ Sequoia 15
MacBook Pro 2023 Newest listed: Tahoe 26

MacBook Pro 2023 is listed for Tahoe 26, Sequoia 15, Sonoma 14, Ventura 13. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Pro 2023.

✓ Tahoe 26✓ Sequoia 15✓ Sonoma 14✓ Ventura 13
MacBook Pro 2022 Newest listed: Tahoe 26

MacBook Pro 2022 is listed for Tahoe 26, Sequoia 15, Sonoma 14, Ventura 13, Monterey 12. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Pro 2022.

✓ Tahoe 26✓ Sequoia 15✓ Sonoma 14✓ Ventura 13✓ Monterey 12
MacBook Pro 2021 Newest listed: Tahoe 26

MacBook Pro 2021 is listed for Tahoe 26, Sequoia 15, Sonoma 14, Ventura 13, Monterey 12. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Pro 2021.

✓ Tahoe 26✓ Sequoia 15✓ Sonoma 14✓ Ventura 13✓ Monterey 12
MacBook Pro 2020 Newest listed: Sequoia 15

MacBook Pro 2020 is listed for Tahoe 26 for some models, Sequoia 15, Sonoma 14, Ventura 13, Monterey 12, Big Sur 11. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Pro 2020.

✓ Sequoia 15✓ Sonoma 14✓ Ventura 13✓ Monterey 12✓ Big Sur 11 ◐ Tahoe 26
MacBook Pro 2019 Newest listed: Sequoia 15

MacBook Pro 2019 is listed for Tahoe 26 for some models, Sequoia 15, Sonoma 14, Ventura 13, Monterey 12, Big Sur 11, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Pro 2019.

✓ Sequoia 15✓ Sonoma 14✓ Ventura 13✓ Monterey 12✓ Big Sur 11✓ Catalina 10.15 ◐ Tahoe 26
MacBook Pro 2018 Newest listed: Sequoia 15

MacBook Pro 2018 is listed for Sequoia 15, Sonoma 14, Ventura 13, Monterey 12, Big Sur 11, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Pro 2018.

✓ Sequoia 15✓ Sonoma 14✓ Ventura 13✓ Monterey 12✓ Big Sur 11✓ Catalina 10.15
MacBook Pro 2017 Newest listed: Ventura 13

MacBook Pro 2017 is listed for Ventura 13, Monterey 12, Big Sur 11, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Pro 2017.

✓ Ventura 13✓ Monterey 12✓ Big Sur 11✓ Catalina 10.15
MacBook Pro 2016 Newest listed: Monterey 12

MacBook Pro 2016 is listed for Monterey 12, Big Sur 11, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Pro 2016.

✓ Monterey 12✓ Big Sur 11✓ Catalina 10.15
MacBook Pro 2015 Newest listed: Monterey 12

MacBook Pro 2015 is listed for Monterey 12, Big Sur 11, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Pro 2015.

✓ Monterey 12✓ Big Sur 11✓ Catalina 10.15
MacBook Pro 2014 Newest listed: Big Sur 11

MacBook Pro 2014 is listed for Big Sur 11, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Pro 2014.

✓ Big Sur 11✓ Catalina 10.15
MacBook Pro 2013 Newest listed: Catalina 10.15

MacBook Pro 2013 is listed for Big Sur 11 for some models, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Pro 2013.

✓ Catalina 10.15 ◐ Big Sur 11
MacBook Pro 2012 Some models: Catalina 10.15

MacBook Pro 2012 is listed for Catalina 10.15 for some models. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Pro 2012.

◐ Catalina 10.15

MacBook Air compatibility by year

Compare MacBook Air model years against Tahoe, Sequoia, Sonoma, Ventura, Monterey, Big Sur, and Catalina.
Latest listed macOSTahoe 26
Years listed for latest2020–2025
Modern support range2012–2015, 2017–2025
Confirm exact modelA-number, EMC, order no., model ID
MacBook Air year Tahoe 26 Sequoia 15 Sonoma 14 Ventura 13 Monterey 12 Big Sur 11 Catalina 10.15
MacBook Air 2025 Newest listed: Tahoe 26 ✓ ✓ × × × × ×
MacBook Air 2024 Newest listed: Tahoe 26 ✓ ✓ ✓ × × × ×
MacBook Air 2023 Newest listed: Tahoe 26 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ × × ×
MacBook Air 2022 Newest listed: Tahoe 26 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ × ×
MacBook Air 2021 Newest listed: Tahoe 26 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ × ×
MacBook Air 2020 Newest listed: Tahoe 26 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ×
MacBook Air 2019 Newest listed: Sonoma 14 × × ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
MacBook Air 2018 Newest listed: Sonoma 14 × × ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
MacBook Air 2017 Newest listed: Monterey 12 × × × × ✓ ✓ ✓
MacBook Air 2015 Newest listed: Monterey 12 × × × × ✓ ✓ ✓
MacBook Air 2014 Newest listed: Big Sur 11 × × × × × ✓ ✓
MacBook Air 2013 Newest listed: Big Sur 11 × × × × × ✓ ✓
MacBook Air 2012 Some models: Catalina 10.15 × × × × × × ◐

MacBook Air year-by-year answers

Open a model year for the plain-English compatibility answer, supported-version chips, and exact-model lookup link.

MacBook Air 2025 Newest listed: Tahoe 26

MacBook Air 2025 is listed for Tahoe 26, Sequoia 15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Air 2025.

✓ Tahoe 26✓ Sequoia 15
MacBook Air 2024 Newest listed: Tahoe 26

MacBook Air 2024 is listed for Tahoe 26, Sequoia 15, Sonoma 14. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Air 2024.

✓ Tahoe 26✓ Sequoia 15✓ Sonoma 14
MacBook Air 2023 Newest listed: Tahoe 26

MacBook Air 2023 is listed for Tahoe 26, Sequoia 15, Sonoma 14, Ventura 13. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Air 2023.

✓ Tahoe 26✓ Sequoia 15✓ Sonoma 14✓ Ventura 13
MacBook Air 2022 Newest listed: Tahoe 26

MacBook Air 2022 is listed for Tahoe 26, Sequoia 15, Sonoma 14, Ventura 13, Monterey 12. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Air 2022.

✓ Tahoe 26✓ Sequoia 15✓ Sonoma 14✓ Ventura 13✓ Monterey 12
MacBook Air 2021 Newest listed: Tahoe 26

MacBook Air 2021 is listed for Tahoe 26, Sequoia 15, Sonoma 14, Ventura 13, Monterey 12. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Air 2021.

✓ Tahoe 26✓ Sequoia 15✓ Sonoma 14✓ Ventura 13✓ Monterey 12
MacBook Air 2020 Newest listed: Tahoe 26

MacBook Air 2020 is listed for Tahoe 26, Sequoia 15, Sonoma 14, Ventura 13, Monterey 12, Big Sur 11. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Air 2020.

✓ Tahoe 26✓ Sequoia 15✓ Sonoma 14✓ Ventura 13✓ Monterey 12✓ Big Sur 11
MacBook Air 2019 Newest listed: Sonoma 14

MacBook Air 2019 is listed for Sonoma 14, Ventura 13, Monterey 12, Big Sur 11, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Air 2019.

✓ Sonoma 14✓ Ventura 13✓ Monterey 12✓ Big Sur 11✓ Catalina 10.15
MacBook Air 2018 Newest listed: Sonoma 14

MacBook Air 2018 is listed for Sonoma 14, Ventura 13, Monterey 12, Big Sur 11, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Air 2018.

✓ Sonoma 14✓ Ventura 13✓ Monterey 12✓ Big Sur 11✓ Catalina 10.15
MacBook Air 2017 Newest listed: Monterey 12

MacBook Air 2017 is listed for Monterey 12, Big Sur 11, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Air 2017.

✓ Monterey 12✓ Big Sur 11✓ Catalina 10.15
MacBook Air 2015 Newest listed: Monterey 12

MacBook Air 2015 is listed for Monterey 12, Big Sur 11, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Air 2015.

✓ Monterey 12✓ Big Sur 11✓ Catalina 10.15
MacBook Air 2014 Newest listed: Big Sur 11

MacBook Air 2014 is listed for Big Sur 11, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Air 2014.

✓ Big Sur 11✓ Catalina 10.15
MacBook Air 2013 Newest listed: Big Sur 11

MacBook Air 2013 is listed for Big Sur 11, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Air 2013.

✓ Big Sur 11✓ Catalina 10.15
MacBook Air 2012 Some models: Catalina 10.15

MacBook Air 2012 is listed for Catalina 10.15 for some models. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook Air 2012.

◐ Catalina 10.15

MacBook compatibility by year

Compare MacBook model years against Tahoe, Sequoia, Sonoma, Ventura, Monterey, Big Sur, and Catalina.
Latest listed macOSTahoe 26
Years listed for latest2025
Modern support range2015–2017, 2025
Confirm exact modelA-number, EMC, order no., model ID
MacBook year Tahoe 26 Sequoia 15 Sonoma 14 Ventura 13 Monterey 12 Big Sur 11 Catalina 10.15
MacBook 2025 Newest listed: Tahoe 26 ✓ × × × × × ×
MacBook 2017 Newest listed: Ventura 13 × × × ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
MacBook 2016 Newest listed: Monterey 12 × × × × ✓ ✓ ✓
MacBook 2015 Newest listed: Big Sur 11 × × × × × ✓ ✓

MacBook year-by-year answers

Open a model year for the plain-English compatibility answer, supported-version chips, and exact-model lookup link.

MacBook 2025 Newest listed: Tahoe 26

MacBook 2025 is listed for Tahoe 26. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook 2025.

✓ Tahoe 26
MacBook 2017 Newest listed: Ventura 13

MacBook 2017 is listed for Ventura 13, Monterey 12, Big Sur 11, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook 2017.

✓ Ventura 13✓ Monterey 12✓ Big Sur 11✓ Catalina 10.15
MacBook 2016 Newest listed: Monterey 12

MacBook 2016 is listed for Monterey 12, Big Sur 11, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook 2016.

✓ Monterey 12✓ Big Sur 11✓ Catalina 10.15
MacBook 2015 Newest listed: Big Sur 11

MacBook 2015 is listed for Big Sur 11, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up MacBook 2015.

✓ Big Sur 11✓ Catalina 10.15

iMac compatibility by year

Compare iMac model years against Tahoe, Sequoia, Sonoma, Ventura, Monterey, Big Sur, and Catalina.
Latest listed macOSTahoe 26
Years listed for latest2020–2021, 2023–2024
Modern support range2012–2015, 2017, 2019–2021, 2023–2024
Confirm exact modelA-number, EMC, order no., model ID
iMac year Tahoe 26 Sequoia 15 Sonoma 14 Ventura 13 Monterey 12 Big Sur 11 Catalina 10.15
iMac 2024 Newest listed: Tahoe 26 ✓ ✓ × × × × ×
iMac 2023 Newest listed: Tahoe 26 ✓ ✓ ✓ × × × ×
iMac 2021 Newest listed: Tahoe 26 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ × ×
iMac 2020 Newest listed: Tahoe 26 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ×
iMac 2019 Newest listed: Sequoia 15 × ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
iMac 2017 Newest listed: Ventura 13 × × × ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
iMac 2015 Newest listed: Big Sur 11 × × × × ◐ ✓ ✓
iMac 2014 Newest listed: Big Sur 11 × × × × × ✓ ✓
iMac 2013 Newest listed: Catalina 10.15 × × × × × × ✓
iMac 2012 Some models: Catalina 10.15 × × × × × × ◐

iMac year-by-year answers

Open a model year for the plain-English compatibility answer, supported-version chips, and exact-model lookup link.

iMac 2024 Newest listed: Tahoe 26

iMac 2024 is listed for Tahoe 26, Sequoia 15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up iMac 2024.

✓ Tahoe 26✓ Sequoia 15
iMac 2023 Newest listed: Tahoe 26

iMac 2023 is listed for Tahoe 26, Sequoia 15, Sonoma 14. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up iMac 2023.

✓ Tahoe 26✓ Sequoia 15✓ Sonoma 14
iMac 2021 Newest listed: Tahoe 26

iMac 2021 is listed for Tahoe 26, Sequoia 15, Sonoma 14, Ventura 13, Monterey 12. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up iMac 2021.

✓ Tahoe 26✓ Sequoia 15✓ Sonoma 14✓ Ventura 13✓ Monterey 12
iMac 2020 Newest listed: Tahoe 26

iMac 2020 is listed for Tahoe 26, Sequoia 15, Sonoma 14, Ventura 13, Monterey 12, Big Sur 11. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up iMac 2020.

✓ Tahoe 26✓ Sequoia 15✓ Sonoma 14✓ Ventura 13✓ Monterey 12✓ Big Sur 11
iMac 2019 Newest listed: Sequoia 15

iMac 2019 is listed for Sequoia 15, Sonoma 14, Ventura 13, Monterey 12, Big Sur 11, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up iMac 2019.

✓ Sequoia 15✓ Sonoma 14✓ Ventura 13✓ Monterey 12✓ Big Sur 11✓ Catalina 10.15
iMac 2017 Newest listed: Ventura 13

iMac 2017 is listed for Ventura 13, Monterey 12, Big Sur 11, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up iMac 2017.

✓ Ventura 13✓ Monterey 12✓ Big Sur 11✓ Catalina 10.15
iMac 2015 Newest listed: Big Sur 11

iMac 2015 is listed for Monterey 12 for some models, Big Sur 11, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up iMac 2015.

✓ Big Sur 11✓ Catalina 10.15 ◐ Monterey 12
iMac 2014 Newest listed: Big Sur 11

iMac 2014 is listed for Big Sur 11, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up iMac 2014.

✓ Big Sur 11✓ Catalina 10.15
iMac 2013 Newest listed: Catalina 10.15

iMac 2013 is listed for Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up iMac 2013.

✓ Catalina 10.15
iMac 2012 Some models: Catalina 10.15

iMac 2012 is listed for Catalina 10.15 for some models. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up iMac 2012.

◐ Catalina 10.15

iMac Pro compatibility by year

Compare iMac Pro model years against Tahoe, Sequoia, Sonoma, Ventura, Monterey, Big Sur, and Catalina.
Latest listed macOSSequoia 15
Years listed for latest2017
Modern support range2017
Confirm exact modelA-number, EMC, order no., model ID
iMac Pro year Tahoe 26 Sequoia 15 Sonoma 14 Ventura 13 Monterey 12 Big Sur 11 Catalina 10.15
iMac Pro 2017 Newest listed: Sequoia 15 × ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

iMac Pro year-by-year answers

Open a model year for the plain-English compatibility answer, supported-version chips, and exact-model lookup link.

iMac Pro 2017 Newest listed: Sequoia 15

iMac Pro 2017 is listed for Sequoia 15, Sonoma 14, Ventura 13, Monterey 12, Big Sur 11, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up iMac Pro 2017.

✓ Sequoia 15✓ Sonoma 14✓ Ventura 13✓ Monterey 12✓ Big Sur 11✓ Catalina 10.15

Mac mini compatibility by year

Compare Mac mini model years against Tahoe, Sequoia, Sonoma, Ventura, Monterey, Big Sur, and Catalina.
Latest listed macOSTahoe 26
Years listed for latest2020, 2023–2024
Modern support range2012, 2014, 2018, 2020, 2023–2024
Confirm exact modelA-number, EMC, order no., model ID
Mac mini year Tahoe 26 Sequoia 15 Sonoma 14 Ventura 13 Monterey 12 Big Sur 11 Catalina 10.15
Mac mini 2024 Newest listed: Tahoe 26 ✓ ✓ × × × × ×
Mac mini 2023 Newest listed: Tahoe 26 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ × × ×
Mac mini 2020 Newest listed: Tahoe 26 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ×
Mac mini 2018 Newest listed: Sequoia 15 × ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Mac mini 2014 Newest listed: Monterey 12 × × × × ✓ ✓ ✓
Mac mini 2012 Some models: Catalina 10.15 × × × × × × ◐

Mac mini year-by-year answers

Open a model year for the plain-English compatibility answer, supported-version chips, and exact-model lookup link.

Mac mini 2024 Newest listed: Tahoe 26

Mac mini 2024 is listed for Tahoe 26, Sequoia 15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up Mac mini 2024.

✓ Tahoe 26✓ Sequoia 15
Mac mini 2023 Newest listed: Tahoe 26

Mac mini 2023 is listed for Tahoe 26, Sequoia 15, Sonoma 14, Ventura 13. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up Mac mini 2023.

✓ Tahoe 26✓ Sequoia 15✓ Sonoma 14✓ Ventura 13
Mac mini 2020 Newest listed: Tahoe 26

Mac mini 2020 is listed for Tahoe 26, Sequoia 15, Sonoma 14, Ventura 13, Monterey 12, Big Sur 11. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up Mac mini 2020.

✓ Tahoe 26✓ Sequoia 15✓ Sonoma 14✓ Ventura 13✓ Monterey 12✓ Big Sur 11
Mac mini 2018 Newest listed: Sequoia 15

Mac mini 2018 is listed for Sequoia 15, Sonoma 14, Ventura 13, Monterey 12, Big Sur 11, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up Mac mini 2018.

✓ Sequoia 15✓ Sonoma 14✓ Ventura 13✓ Monterey 12✓ Big Sur 11✓ Catalina 10.15
Mac mini 2014 Newest listed: Monterey 12

Mac mini 2014 is listed for Monterey 12, Big Sur 11, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up Mac mini 2014.

✓ Monterey 12✓ Big Sur 11✓ Catalina 10.15
Mac mini 2012 Some models: Catalina 10.15

Mac mini 2012 is listed for Catalina 10.15 for some models. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up Mac mini 2012.

◐ Catalina 10.15

Mac Studio compatibility by year

Compare Mac Studio model years against Tahoe, Sequoia, Sonoma, Ventura, Monterey, Big Sur, and Catalina.
Latest listed macOSTahoe 26
Years listed for latest2022–2023, 2025
Modern support range2022–2023, 2025
Confirm exact modelA-number, EMC, order no., model ID
Mac Studio year Tahoe 26 Sequoia 15 Sonoma 14 Ventura 13 Monterey 12 Big Sur 11 Catalina 10.15
Mac Studio 2025 Newest listed: Tahoe 26 ✓ ✓ × × × × ×
Mac Studio 2023 Newest listed: Tahoe 26 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ × × ×
Mac Studio 2022 Newest listed: Tahoe 26 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ × ×

Mac Studio year-by-year answers

Open a model year for the plain-English compatibility answer, supported-version chips, and exact-model lookup link.

Mac Studio 2025 Newest listed: Tahoe 26

Mac Studio 2025 is listed for Tahoe 26, Sequoia 15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up Mac Studio 2025.

✓ Tahoe 26✓ Sequoia 15
Mac Studio 2023 Newest listed: Tahoe 26

Mac Studio 2023 is listed for Tahoe 26, Sequoia 15, Sonoma 14, Ventura 13. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up Mac Studio 2023.

✓ Tahoe 26✓ Sequoia 15✓ Sonoma 14✓ Ventura 13
Mac Studio 2022 Newest listed: Tahoe 26

Mac Studio 2022 is listed for Tahoe 26, Sequoia 15, Sonoma 14, Ventura 13, Monterey 12. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up Mac Studio 2022.

✓ Tahoe 26✓ Sequoia 15✓ Sonoma 14✓ Ventura 13✓ Monterey 12

Mac Pro compatibility by year

Compare Mac Pro model years against Tahoe, Sequoia, Sonoma, Ventura, Monterey, Big Sur, and Catalina.
Latest listed macOSTahoe 26
Years listed for latest2019, 2023
Modern support range2013, 2019, 2023
Confirm exact modelA-number, EMC, order no., model ID
Mac Pro year Tahoe 26 Sequoia 15 Sonoma 14 Ventura 13 Monterey 12 Big Sur 11 Catalina 10.15
Mac Pro 2023 Newest listed: Tahoe 26 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ × × ×
Mac Pro 2019 Newest listed: Tahoe 26 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Mac Pro 2013 Newest listed: Monterey 12 × × × × ✓ ✓ ✓

Mac Pro year-by-year answers

Open a model year for the plain-English compatibility answer, supported-version chips, and exact-model lookup link.

Mac Pro 2023 Newest listed: Tahoe 26

Mac Pro 2023 is listed for Tahoe 26, Sequoia 15, Sonoma 14, Ventura 13. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up Mac Pro 2023.

✓ Tahoe 26✓ Sequoia 15✓ Sonoma 14✓ Ventura 13
Mac Pro 2019 Newest listed: Tahoe 26

Mac Pro 2019 is listed for Tahoe 26, Sequoia 15, Sonoma 14, Ventura 13, Monterey 12, Big Sur 11, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up Mac Pro 2019.

✓ Tahoe 26✓ Sequoia 15✓ Sonoma 14✓ Ventura 13✓ Monterey 12✓ Big Sur 11✓ Catalina 10.15
Mac Pro 2013 Newest listed: Monterey 12

Mac Pro 2013 is listed for Monterey 12, Big Sur 11, Catalina 10.15. Use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC number, or order number to confirm sub-model support. Look up Mac Pro 2013.

✓ Monterey 12✓ Big Sur 11✓ Catalina 10.15

Important: Year-only compatibility is a strong starting point, but exact sub-models matter. Examples include MacBook Pro 2019/2020, iMac 2015, late-2013 MacBook Pro, and late-2012 Mac families. Techable spec pages should use the exact model identifier, A-number, EMC, and order number before showing a final "newest compatible macOS" claim.

Compatibility by macOS version and Mac family

This version-by-family matrix gives crawlers and users another structured way to understand the relationship between macOS releases, supported Mac families, and individual Techable spec pages.

macOSMacBook ProMacBook AiriMac / iMac Pro Mac miniMac StudioMac ProSource
macOS Tahoe 26
Current major macOS generation		 14-inch M5; 16-inch/14-inch 2024; 16-inch/14-inch 2023; 13-inch M2 2022; 16-inch/14-inch 2021; 13-inch M1 2020; 13-inch 2020 with four Thunderbolt 3 ports; 16-inch 2019. MacBook Air M1 2020 or newer, including M2, M3, and M4 models. 24-inch iMac 2021 or newer, plus Retina 5K 27-inch 2020. iMac Pro: Not listed by Apple for macOS Tahoe 26. Mac mini M1 2020 or newer, including 2023 and 2024 models. Mac Studio 2022 or newer. Mac Pro 2019 or newer. Apple
macOS Sequoia 15
Previous major macOS generation		 MacBook Pro 2018 or newer. MacBook Air 2020 or newer, including Intel Retina 2020 and M1 2020. iMac 2019 or newer. iMac Pro: iMac Pro 2017. Mac mini 2018 or newer. Mac Studio 2022 or newer. Mac Pro 2019 or newer. Apple
macOS Sonoma 14
Modern macOS generation		 MacBook Pro 2018 or newer. MacBook Air 2018 or newer. iMac 2019 or newer. iMac Pro: iMac Pro 2017. Mac mini 2018 or newer. Mac Studio 2022 or newer. Mac Pro 2019 or newer. Apple
macOS Ventura 13
Older modern macOS generation		 MacBook Pro 2017 or newer. MacBook Air 2018 or newer. iMac 2017 or newer. iMac Pro: iMac Pro 2017. Mac mini 2018 or newer. Mac Studio 2022 or newer. Mac Pro 2019 or newer. Apple
macOS Monterey 12
Apple silicon transition-era macOS		 MacBook Pro Early/Mid 2015 or newer. MacBook Air Early 2015 or newer. iMac Late 2015 or newer. iMac Pro: iMac Pro 2017. Mac mini Late 2014 or newer. Mac Studio 2022. Mac Pro Late 2013 or newer. Apple
macOS Big Sur 11
First Apple silicon-era macOS		 MacBook Pro Late 2013 or newer. MacBook Air 2013 or newer. iMac 2014 or newer. iMac Pro: iMac Pro 2017. Mac mini 2014 or newer. Not applicable; released later. Mac Pro Late 2013 or newer. Apple
macOS Catalina 10.15
Last release in the 10.x naming line		 MacBook Pro Mid 2012 or newer. MacBook Air Mid 2012 or newer. iMac Late 2012 or newer. iMac Pro: iMac Pro 2017. Mac mini Late 2012 or newer. Not applicable; released later. Mac Pro Late 2013 or newer. Apple

This table is intentionally broad. For pages where the sub-model matters, Techable should use the model identifier, order number, A-number, EMC, and product title together before showing a final compatibility callout.

macOS compatibility by Mac family

Each family card links to the hub page, a compatibility lookup, and the newest broad compatibility group.

macOS Tahoe 26

MacBook Pro

14-inch M5; 16-inch/14-inch 2024; 16-inch/14-inch 2023; 13-inch M2 2022; 16-inch/14-inch 2021; 13-inch M1 2020; 13-inch 2020 with four Thunderbolt 3 ports; 16-inch 2019.

Browse MacBook Pro specs Lookup MacBook Pro compatibility Newest support group
macOS Tahoe 26

MacBook Air

MacBook Air M1 2020 or newer, including M2, M3, and M4 models.

Browse MacBook Air specs Lookup MacBook Air compatibility Newest support group
macOS Tahoe 26

MacBook

MacBook Neo 13-inch A18 Pro.

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macOS Tahoe 26

iMac

24-inch iMac 2021 or newer, plus Retina 5K 27-inch 2020.

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macOS Tahoe 26

Mac mini

Mac mini M1 2020 or newer, including 2023 and 2024 models.

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macOS Tahoe 26

Mac Studio

Mac Studio 2022 or newer.

Browse Mac Studio specs Lookup Mac Studio compatibility Newest support group
macOS Tahoe 26

Mac Pro

Mac Pro 2019 or newer.

Browse Mac Pro specs Lookup Mac Pro compatibility Newest support group

Recent macOS versions

These are the versions most people compare when deciding whether to update a Mac, sell it, or replace it with a newer model.

VersionNameNotesCompatibility source
macOS 26 Tahoe The latest major macOS compatibility track for supported Macs. Apple Support
macOS 15 Sequoia Supports most Apple silicon Macs and selected Intel Macs. Apple Support
macOS 14 Sonoma Supports many 2018 or newer Macs plus iMac Pro 2017. Apple Support
macOS 13 Ventura Supports many 2017 or newer Macs, with MacBook Air support starting at 2018. Apple Support
macOS 12 Monterey Supports many 2015 or newer Macs and early Apple silicon Macs. Apple Support
macOS 11 Big Sur Supports late 2013 or newer MacBook Pro models, 2013 or newer MacBook Air models, and 2014 or newer iMac/Mac mini models. Apple Support
macOS 10.15 Catalina Supports many 2012 or newer Macs, plus iMac Pro 2017 and Mac Pro Late 2013 or newer. Apple Support

Compatibility signals for exact Mac pages

This page feeds individual Techable spec pages with consistent compatibility language, so each model page can show the newest likely supported macOS and link back to the guide.

Model identifier searches
Mac14,9 compatibility lookup, Mac14,5 compatibility lookup, MacBookPro18,3 compatibility lookup
Apple model number searches
A2779 MacBook Pro compatibility, A2485 MacBook Pro compatibility, A2442 MacBook Pro compatibility
Order number searches
MPHE3LL/A compatibility lookup, MK183LL/A compatibility lookup
Page relationship
macOS version → Mac family → year/chip group → exact model identifier → individual Techable spec page.

Official compatibility sources used

Techable keeps the compatibility answer on this page and uses Apple Support as the reference source.

Apple Support: macOS Tahoe compatibility Apple Support: macOS Sequoia compatibility Apple Support: macOS Sonoma compatibility Apple Support: macOS Ventura compatibility Apple Support: macOS Monterey compatibility Apple Support: macOS Big Sur compatibility Apple Support: macOS Catalina technical specifications

macOS versions in order

A complete list of major Mac OS X, OS X, and macOS releases from Cheetah through Tahoe.

OrderVersionNameRelease yearEraNotes
1 Mac OS X 10.0 Cheetah 2001 Mac OS X The first public release of the modern Unix-based Mac operating system.
2 Mac OS X 10.1 Puma 2001 Mac OS X Improved speed and stability after the first Mac OS X release.
3 Mac OS X 10.2 Jaguar 2002 Mac OS X A more polished early OS X release with broader app and system improvements.
4 Mac OS X 10.3 Panther 2003 Mac OS X Added major Finder, Exposé, and system usability improvements.
5 Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger 2005 Mac OS X A long-running release known for Spotlight and Dashboard.
6 Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard 2007 Mac OS X Introduced Time Machine, Spaces, and a redesigned interface.
7 Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard 2009 Mac OS X Focused on performance, refinement, and Intel Macs.
8 Mac OS X 10.7 Lion 2011 Mac OS X Brought more iOS-style features to the Mac.
9 OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion 2012 OS X Continued the move toward iCloud and tighter Apple ecosystem integration.
10 OS X 10.9 Mavericks 2013 OS X The first California-named OS X release and a free major upgrade.
11 OS X 10.10 Yosemite 2014 OS X A major visual redesign with Continuity features.
12 OS X 10.11 El Capitan 2015 OS X Focused on performance, window management, and system stability.
13 macOS 10.12 Sierra 2016 macOS Apple adopted the macOS name to match iOS, watchOS, and tvOS.
14 macOS 10.13 High Sierra 2017 macOS Added APFS and deeper graphics and storage changes.
15 macOS 10.14 Mojave 2018 macOS Known for Dark Mode and being the last macOS release to support many 32-bit apps.
16 macOS 10.15 Catalina 2019 macOS Ended 32-bit app support and split iTunes into separate apps.
17 macOS 11 Big Sur 2020 macOS Major visual redesign and the first release for Apple silicon Macs.
18 macOS 12 Monterey 2021 macOS Added Shortcuts, Focus, and Universal Control.
19 macOS 13 Ventura 2022 macOS Introduced Stage Manager and System Settings.
20 macOS 14 Sonoma 2023 macOS Added desktop widgets, Game Mode, and modern Apple silicon-era features.
21 macOS 15 Sequoia 2024 macOS A modern macOS generation before Tahoe with continued Apple silicon support.
22 macOS 26 Tahoe 2025 macOS Current major macOS generation listed by Apple as macOS Tahoe 26.

What changed over time

The Mac operating system has gone through three major naming eras: Mac OS X, OS X, and macOS.

Mac OS X era

The earliest Mac OS X releases introduced the foundation of the modern Mac operating system. Cheetah through Snow Leopard helped move the Mac from the classic Mac OS era into a more stable Unix-based system.

OS X era

Apple later shortened the name from Mac OS X to OS X. This era included Lion, Mountain Lion, Mavericks, Yosemite, and El Capitan, with major design, iCloud, and ecosystem improvements.

Modern macOS era

Starting with macOS Sierra, Apple adopted the macOS name to match iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, and tvOS. Big Sur, Monterey, Ventura, Sonoma, Sequoia, and Tahoe represent the modern Apple silicon era.

Which Macs can run the latest macOS?

Compatibility depends on your exact Mac model, year, and hardware configuration. Before upgrading, check these details first.

Mac model year

Older Macs may not support newer macOS versions. Year is a starting point, not the whole answer.

Exact model family

A 2020 MacBook Air, 2020 MacBook Pro, or 2019 MacBook Pro can have different compatibility depending on the exact sub-model.

Processor type

Apple silicon models generally stay compatible with newer macOS releases longer than older Intel models.

Model number and identifier

A-number, EMC, order number, and model identifier help tie the compatibility guide back to the exact Techable spec page.

Real-world condition

A supported Mac may still feel slow if RAM, storage, battery, or SSD health are poor.

How this feeds individual Mac spec pages

Each individual Techable device page should use the same compatibility data instead of guessing manually. That creates a stronger internal linking structure and gives Google and AI crawlers consistent facts across the site.

Identify the device

Use the product title, family, release year, A-number, EMC, order number, and model identifier from the spec page.

Match compatibility

Use the shared helper to determine the newest likely supported macOS and note when a sub-model needs confirmation.

Link both ways

The spec page links to this guide, while this guide links back to family hubs and lookup pages.

Support SEO and AI

Machine-readable schema, FAQ content, and crawlable internal links make the compatibility relationship easier to understand.

Should you update, keep, sell, or replace your Mac?

A newer macOS version can improve security, app support, and compatibility, but not every Mac is worth upgrading.

Identify the Mac

Use model number, EMC number, order number, or serial number to match the exact device.

Check compatibility

Find the latest macOS version that supports that exact Mac model.

Compare specs

Review processor, RAM, storage, battery, display, and condition before deciding.

Choose the path

Update, repair, sell, or replace based on performance, compatibility, and value.

Not sure which Mac you have?

Use Techable's Mac Lookup before upgrading or selling your Mac. Search by Apple model number, EMC number, order number, model identifier, or serial number to confirm the exact year, processor, RAM, storage, display size, and full spec page.

Open Mac Lookup Model Number Lookup

Popular lookup examples:

A1278 A1502 A2338 A2141 A2442 A2485 Mac14,5 Mac14,9 EMC 8102

Use these links to move from macOS compatibility into exact model identification, specs, shopping, or selling.

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macOS Versions FAQ

Quick answers about macOS versions, compatibility, upgrades, and identifying your Mac.

What is the latest macOS version?

The latest major macOS version listed in this guide is macOS Tahoe 26. Compatibility still depends on the exact Mac model.

Which Macs can run macOS Tahoe 26?

Apple lists supported MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iMac, Mac mini, Mac Studio, and Mac Pro models for macOS Tahoe 26. Use the compatibility matrix on this page to compare by family, then use Techable Mac Lookup to confirm the exact device.

Is macOS compatibility based only on year?

No. Year is helpful, but exact model family and sub-model matter. For example, some 2019 and 2020 MacBook models have different compatibility depending on screen size, chip, or Thunderbolt port configuration.

How do I check which macOS my Mac is using?

Click the Apple menu in the top-left corner of the Mac, then choose About This Mac. The window shows the installed macOS version and Mac model details.

How do I know the newest macOS my Mac can run?

Identify the exact Mac by A-number, EMC number, order number, model identifier, or serial number. Then compare the device against the compatibility matrix or use the compatibility block on the Techable spec page.

Can an older Mac install the latest macOS?

Not always. Apple limits each macOS version to specific Mac models. If the newest macOS is not compatible, the Mac may still support an earlier macOS release.

Should I update my Mac before selling it?

Usually, the priority is removing personal data, signing out of accounts, disabling Find My, and erasing the Mac. Updating can help, but exact model identification and condition matter more for resale value.

How does this page connect to individual Techable spec pages?

This compatibility data can feed individual Techable Mac spec pages so each page can show the newest likely supported macOS, link back to the full compatibility guide, and connect users to matching model-family and identifier pages.

Can I search by Apple model number, order number, EMC, or model identifier?

Yes. Techable Mac Lookup is designed to connect identifiers such as A2779, MPHE3LL/A, EMC 8102, and Mac14,9 back to exact spec pages and compatibility guidance.

Why do two Macs from the same year sometimes support different macOS versions?

Apple compatibility can depend on the exact model family, chip, screen size, port configuration, and release timing. That is why exact model pages are more reliable than year-only compatibility checks.

Can I use the graph to check a 2019 MacBook Pro or 2020 MacBook Pro?

Yes, but some 2019 and 2020 MacBook Pro models have different support depending on the exact size, chip, and port configuration. Use the graph for a fast answer, then confirm with the exact Techable spec page.

Why does the graph show a partial compatibility mark?

A partial mark means Apple lists some models from that family-year but not necessarily every configuration. The safest final answer comes from the exact model identifier, Apple order number, A-number, and EMC number.

Can a 2020 MacBook Air run macOS Sequoia?

Yes. The compatibility graph lists MacBook Air 2020 as compatible with macOS Sequoia 15, along with Sonoma 14, Ventura 13, Monterey 12, and Big Sur 11. Confirm the exact sub-model before updating or buying.

What is the newest macOS for a 2019 iMac?

The graph lists 2019 iMac models through macOS Sequoia 15 and Sonoma 14 depending on the exact model family. Use the iMac year row as a starting point, then confirm the specific iMac model identifier.

Which MacBook Pro years support macOS Tahoe?

The graph lists recent MacBook Pro years as compatible with macOS Tahoe 26, while some 2019 and 2020 configurations require exact sub-model confirmation. Use model number, EMC, order number, and model identifier for the final answer.

What does not officially listed mean?

Not officially listed means Apple does not list that family-year combination for that macOS version in the compatibility sources used here. It does not replace exact-model research, especially for unusual CTO/BTO configurations.

Apple specs, lookup, buying, and selling

Use Techable to identify Apple model numbers, EMC numbers, order numbers, serials, and spec pages. Then check compatibility, shop tested devices, or sell through SellMac.

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