What is a Hackintosh?

A Hackintosh is a non-Apple computer that runs macOS using compatible hardware and custom bootloaders such as OpenCore or Clover.

Is building a Hackintosh legal?

Installing macOS on non-Apple hardware violates Apple's macOS license agreement. It is generally used for educational and experimental purposes.

What hardware is best for Hackintosh?

Intel CPUs with compatible chipsets and supported AMD GPUs are typically best for Hackintosh. Hardware compatibility is critical for stability and performance.

What is OpenCore in Hackintosh?

OpenCore is a modern bootloader used to boot macOS on non-Apple hardware. It provides better compatibility, security, and system stability than older bootloaders.

Can Hackintosh be updated like a real Mac?

Hackintosh systems can be updated, but updates should be done carefully. Bootloader, kexts, and configuration files often need updates before installing new macOS versions.

Is Hackintosh suitable for professional work?

A properly configured Hackintosh can be stable enough for professional tasks such as software development, audio production, and video editing, depending on hardware compatibility.

Does Hackintosh support Intel and AMD processors?

Hackintosh supports both Intel and AMD processors, although Intel systems generally offer broader compatibility and easier configuration.

Can macOS run faster on Hackintosh than on a Mac?

In some cases, high-end Hackintosh hardware can outperform older Macs, but performance depends on hardware choice, configuration quality, and macOS compatibility.

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Thanks for all your help but I don't understand what you mean by you edited my file. Where do I get the file from? Are you referring to the dsdt.aml.zip file. I'm sorry if this sounds stupid.
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Please find attached is my send_me.zip from my laptop... Things I would like to work , touch screen,accelerated graphics, second monitor display, bluetooth, sleep. Thanks in advance ASUS UX370UA I5 Ram 8GB Intel UHD Graphics 620 File is too large so please download from this link http://s000.tinyupload.com/index.php?file_id=20283458023998390629
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Please find attached is my send_me.zip from my laptop... Things I would like to work battery bar indicator, Display brightness slider,trackpad Thanks in advance Lenovo ideapad 510-15ISK Ram 8GB Intel HD Graphics 520
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