Mac Models Officially Supported by macOS 13
Apple's macOS 13, known as macOS Ventura, brought significant updates and multitasking tools to the Mac lineup, but it also phased out official support for several older hardware generations. To upgrade to or run macOS 13, you must have an Apple Silicon machine or a compatible Intel-based Mac released primarily between 2017 and 2019 or later. Below is the complete, straightforward list of every Mac computer officially supported by macOS 13.
Officially Compatible Mac Models
- iMac: 2017 and later
- iMac Pro: 2017
- MacBook Air: 2018 and later
- MacBook Pro: 2017 and later
- Mac mini: 2018 and later
- MacBook: 2017 and later
- Mac Pro: 2019 and later
- Mac Studio: 2022 (all configurations)
How to Check Your Mac Model
If you are unsure of your computer's release year and model, you can verify compatibility directly from your device:
- Click the Apple menu () located in the top-left corner of your screen.
- Select About This Mac.
- Locate the model name and release year displayed in the overview window (e.g., "MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2019)").
If your Mac matches or is newer than the models listed above, it can officially download and install macOS 13 Ventura via the Software Update settings.