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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DSDT for Gigabyte X570 GAMING X (rev. 1.0)

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Alright!
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DSDT for Gigabyte X570 GAMING X (rev. 1.0)

larsp replied to padshool's topic in DSDT & Patch Requests

So, just run the RunMe App and pass you the results?
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DSDT for Gigabyte X570 GAMING X (rev. 1.0)

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I have a working Catalina 10.15.4 on this exact board, the Gigabyte X570 Gaming X (built with OpenCore 0.5.7). I tried the .aml linked above - but it doesn't seem to fix my particular usb problems. I tried mapping myself but it's rocket science I feel dumb for asking but what is the average donation to get things going?
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