Quick answer
macOS 27 Golden Gate runs on every Apple silicon Mac: MacBook Air from the M1 (2020), MacBook Pro from the 13-inch M1 to the M5 models, the M1, M3 and M4 iMac, Mac mini, Mac Studio, the 2023 Mac Pro and the MacBook Neo. No Intel Mac is supported. The current release is macOS 27.0.1 (26A434).
Which Macs can run macOS 27?
Every Mac with Apple silicon can run macOS 27, and no Intel Mac can. The lists on this page come from the models covered by Apple's macOS 27 restore image, the file Apple uses to install macOS on supported Macs. That makes macOS 27 the first macOS release with no Intel support at all.
macOS 27 was announced at WWDC on 8 June 2026. The current public release is macOS 27.0.1 (26A434), from 28 September 2026. The newest beta is macOS 27.2 beta 4 (26B5112a), released on 13 October 2026.
| Mac family | Supported by macOS 27 |
|---|---|
| MacBook Air | M1 (2020) and every later model, up to the 13-inch and 15-inch M5 |
| MacBook Pro | Every Apple silicon model, from the 13-inch M1 (2020) to the M5, M5 Pro and M5 Max |
| MacBook Neo | Yes |
| iMac | 24-inch with M1 (2021), M3 (2023) or M4 (2024) |
| Mac mini | M1 (Late 2020) and every later model, up to M5 Pro and M6 |
| Mac Studio | Every model, from M1 Max and M1 Ultra to M5 Max and M5 Ultra |
| Mac Pro | Mac Pro (2023) and Mac Pro (Rack, 2023) |
| Any Intel Mac | No |
How to check if your Mac supports macOS 27
The quickest test is the chip name. If it says Apple, you are covered.
- Click the Apple menu in the top-left corner of the screen.
- Choose About This Mac.
- Read the Chip line. An Apple M1, M2, M3, M4, M5 or M6 chip, or the A18 Pro in a MacBook Neo, means macOS 27 is supported.
- If you see a Processor line naming an Intel chip instead, your Mac cannot run macOS 27.
- Match the model name shown in the same window against the tables below if you want to be sure.
MacBook Air models that support macOS 27
Every Apple silicon MacBook Air runs macOS 27, right back to the first M1 model from 2020. Intel MacBook Air models are not supported.
| Model | macOS 27 |
|---|---|
| MacBook Air (13-inch, M5) | Supported |
| MacBook Air (15-inch, M5) | Supported |
| MacBook Air (13-inch, M4, 2025) | Supported |
| MacBook Air (15-inch, M4, 2025) | Supported |
| MacBook Air (13-inch, M3, 2024) | Supported |
| MacBook Air (15-inch, M3, 2024) | Supported |
| MacBook Air (15-inch, M2, 2023) | Supported |
| MacBook Air (M2, 2022) | Supported |
| MacBook Air (M1, 2020) | Supported |
| MacBook Air with Intel | Not supported |
MacBook Pro models that support macOS 27
Every Apple silicon MacBook Pro is supported, across five generations of chips. The rule is simple: Apple silicon in, Intel out.
| Size | Supported models |
|---|---|
| 14-inch | M5, M5 Pro, M5 Max; M4, M4 Pro, M4 Max (Nov 2024); M3, M3 Pro, M3 Max with 14-core or 16-core CPU (Nov 2023); M2 Pro, M2 Max (2023); M1 Pro, M1 Max (2021) |
| 16-inch | M5 Pro, M5 Max; M4 Pro, M4 Max (Nov 2024); M3 Pro, M3 Max with 14-core or 16-core CPU (Nov 2023); M2 Pro, M2 Max (2023); M1 Pro, M1 Max (2021) |
| 13-inch | M2 (2022); M1 (2020) |
| Any size with Intel | Not supported |
iMac models that support macOS 27
All three Apple silicon iMacs run macOS 27, in both the two-port and four-port versions. No Intel iMac does, including the 27-inch iMac (2020).
| Model | macOS 27 |
|---|---|
| iMac (24-inch, M4, 2024), two or four ports | Supported |
| iMac (24-inch, M3, 2023), two or four ports | Supported |
| iMac (24-inch, M1, 2021), two or four ports | Supported |
| iMac with Intel, any size | Not supported |
Mac mini, Mac Studio and Mac Pro models that support macOS 27
Every Apple silicon desktop is supported. The only desktops left out are Intel models, including the 2019 Mac Pro.
| Mac | Supported models |
|---|---|
| Mac mini | M6; M5 Pro; M4 and M4 Pro (2024); M2 and M2 Pro (2023); M1 (Late 2020) |
| Mac Studio | M5 Max and M5 Ultra; M4 Max (2025); M3 Ultra (2025); M2 Max and M2 Ultra (2023); M1 Max and M1 Ultra |
| Mac Pro | Mac Pro (2023); Mac Pro (Rack, 2023) |
| Intel Mac mini or Mac Pro | Not supported |
Does the MacBook Neo run macOS 27?
Yes. The MacBook Neo is on the macOS 27 list, even though it uses an A18 Pro chip instead of an M-series chip. Apple designs both, and the restore image treats the MacBook Neo like any other Apple silicon Mac. It gets the same updates and betas.
Which Intel Macs lose support with macOS 27?
All of them. Apple had said macOS 26 Tahoe would be the last release for Intel Macs, and the macOS 27 restore image bears that out. The last four Intel models macOS 26 supported now stop there:
- 16-inch MacBook Pro (2019)
- 13-inch MacBook Pro (2020, four Thunderbolt 3 ports)
- 27-inch iMac (2020)
- Mac Pro (2019)
An Intel Mac does not stop working. It keeps running macOS 26 and your existing apps, and Apple has said it will continue to receive security updates for a period after macOS 27. If you want new macOS features, though, you need an Apple silicon Mac.
Can Apple silicon Macs still run Intel apps?
Yes. macOS 27 still includes Rosetta 2, which translates apps built for Intel processors so they run on Apple silicon. Apple said Rosetta would remain available for the two major releases after macOS 26, so plan ahead if you depend on an Intel-only app.
How to install macOS 27 on a supported Mac
On a supported Mac, macOS 27.0.1 is a normal update. Back up with Time Machine first, then open System Settings › General › Software Update and install it. If an update says there isn't enough room, our guide to clearing System Data on a Mac helps free space.
To test the next version, the macOS 27.2 beta is free with any Apple Account. Turn it on under Beta Updates in the same Software Update pane. Our macOS 27 beta installation guide has the full steps. To install from scratch, use the restore images on our Mac IPSW page.
Should you upgrade your Mac for macOS 27?
- If your Intel Mac still does what you need: keep using it on macOS 26. A version number alone is not a reason to buy.
- If you want macOS 27 features: any Apple silicon Mac gets the update, so a used or refurbished M-series model is a valid route.
- If you build apps: you will need an Apple silicon Mac to test on the current macOS.
- If you want Apple Intelligence: it needs Apple silicon. Our Apple Intelligence availability guide covers devices and regions.
What to do next
If your Mac is on the list, install macOS 27.0.1 from Software Update, or try the 27.2 beta if you like testing. To see what the update changes before you install it, read our overview of macOS 27 features. For iPhone and iPad compatibility, see the iOS 27 supported devices list.
Frequently asked questions
Which Macs support macOS 27?
macOS 27 runs on Apple silicon Macs only. That covers every MacBook Air from the M1 (2020) onward, every Apple silicon MacBook Pro from the 13-inch M1 to the M5 Pro and M5 Max models, the 24-inch iMac with M1, M3 or M4, Mac mini from M1 to M6, every Mac Studio, the 2023 Mac Pro and the MacBook Neo. No Intel Mac is on the list.
Does macOS 27 support Intel Macs?
No. No Intel Mac appears in Apple's macOS 27 restore image, so macOS 27 is the first Apple silicon-only release. Apple had said macOS 26 Tahoe would be the last version for Intel Macs. The last four Intel models it supported were the 16-inch MacBook Pro (2019), the 13-inch MacBook Pro (2020, four Thunderbolt 3 ports), the 27-inch iMac (2020) and the Mac Pro (2019). They stay on macOS 26.
Does the M1 MacBook Air get macOS 27?
Yes. The MacBook Air (M1, 2020) is covered by the macOS 27 restore image, as are the M1 Mac mini, the 13-inch M1 MacBook Pro, the M1 iMac and the M1 Pro, M1 Max and M1 Ultra models. Apple did not drop any Apple silicon Mac this year. Newer chips will run demanding features faster, but the M1 machines get the update.
Does the MacBook Neo support macOS 27?
Yes. The MacBook Neo is on the macOS 27 support list even though it uses an A18 Pro chip rather than an M-series chip. Like the M-series, the A18 Pro is Apple-designed silicon, so the MacBook Neo gets the same macOS 27 releases and betas as the rest of the Apple silicon lineup. You can install them from Software Update.
Can macOS 27 still run Intel apps?
Yes, on Apple silicon. macOS 27 still includes Rosetta 2, the translation layer that lets Apple silicon Macs run apps built for Intel processors. Apple had said Rosetta would remain available for the two major macOS releases after macOS 26, which includes macOS 27. If you rely on an Intel-only app, ask its developer about plans for a native version.
How do I check whether my Mac supports macOS 27?
Open the Apple menu and choose About This Mac. If the chip line shows an Apple M1, M2, M3, M4, M5 or M6 chip, or the A18 Pro in a MacBook Neo, your Mac supports macOS 27. If it shows an Intel processor, it does not. Check the exact model name in the same window against the tables on this page.
What is the latest version of macOS 27?
The current public release is macOS 27.0.1, build 26A434, released on 28 September 2026. The newest beta is macOS 27.2 beta 4, build 26B5112a, released on 13 October 2026. Both install on every Mac listed on this page through System Settings › General › Software Update.