Choosing the Best macOS Version for MacBook Pro 2017 (A1708)
If you have a 2017 MacBook Pro (non-Touch Bar, A1708) with an Intel Core i5 and 8GB of RAM, you might be considering upgrading beyond its officially supported macOS using OCLP. Here is a breakdown of the best options.
Recommended OS Versions
- macOS Sonoma (Highly Recommended): For an 8GB RAM machine, Sonoma currently offers the best balance of performance and compatibility. It runs very smoothly on the A1708 once patched.
- macOS Sequoia: You can certainly install Sequoia, but be mindful that the initial releases might be slightly heavier on system resources. Since you only have 8GB of RAM, you may experience occasional slow-downs compared to Sonoma.
- macOS Tahoe: macOS Tahoe is still in early development. It is not recommended for daily use yet, as OpenCore support is still experimental and you may encounter stability issues.
Installation Advice
Whichever version you choose, ensure you download the latest version of OpenCore Legacy Patcher. Create your USB installer, build OpenCore, and remember to apply the Post-Install Root Patches to restore graphics acceleration and Wi-Fi functionality.
Original Question: "A1708 - Best OS ?"
Hi all, recently got given a 2017 MacBook Pro (non touch bar), Core i5, 8GB RAM, I'm wondering what the best version of MacOS to install using OCLP is ? Is Sequoia still the best version or is Tahoe compatible now ?
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