Written by Rowan
Edited on
4 December 2024
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16:49
How long will your MacBook receive new macOS updates?
When you buy a new MacBook, you want to receive the latest macOS updates and functions for as long as possible, of course. On average, your MacBook receives new software updates for up to 7 years after its release. This makes your laptop last and suitable for years of use. In this article, you can read how long we expect your MacBook to support new updates.
Latest MacBook models with the longest update policy
- Apple MacBook Pro 14 inches with M4
You'll get macOS updates and new functions until 2031.
With the MacBook Pro, you can perform even the most demanding tasks thanks to the most powerful processor.
From
1.779,-
- Apple MacBook Pro 16 inches with M4 Pro
You'll get macOS updates and new functions until 2031.
With the MacBook Pro, you can perform even the most demanding tasks thanks to the most powerful processor.
From
2.949,-
- Apple MacBook Air 15 inches with M3
You'll get macOS updates and new functions until 2031.
The 15-inch model is still relatively light at 1.51kg.
From
1.239,-
- Apple MacBook Air 13 inches with M3
You'll get macOS updates and new functions until 2031.
The MacBook Air only weighs 1.24g, so it's easy to take with you.
From
1.299,-
Which MacBook models still receive the latest updates?
In the table below, you can see exactly which MacBook models still receive new macOS updates. At this time, these are all MacBook models starting from 2018. The newer your MacBook, the longer you can enjoy the latest software updates and functions. Your files and data are also best-secured if you always install new updates.
Last expected macOS update per MacBook model
| MacBook model | Processor | Expected last macOS update |
|---|---|---|
| MacBook Air (13 inches, March 2024) | Apple M3 | 2031 |
| MacBook Air (15 inches, March 2024) | Apple M3 | 2031 |
| MacBook Pro (14 inches, November 2023) | Apple M3 | 2030 |
| MacBook Pro (14 inches, November 2023) | Apple M3 Pro, Apple M3 Max | 2030 |
| MacBook Pro (16 inches, November 2023) | Apple M3 Pro, Apple M3 Max | 2030 |
| MacBook Pro (14 inches, 2023) | Apple M2 Pro, Apple M2 Max | 2030 |
| MacBook Pro (16 inches, 2023) | Apple M2 Pro, Apple M2 Max | 2030 |
| MacBook Pro (13 inches, 2022) | Apple M2 | 2029 |
| MacBook Pro (14 inches, 2021) | Apple M1 Pro, Apple M1 Max | 2028 |
| MacBook Pro (16 inches, 2021) | Apple M1 Pro, Apple M1 Max | 2028 |
| MacBook Pro (13 inches, 2020) | Apple M1 | 2027 |
| MacBook Pro (13 inches, 2020) | Intel Core i5, Intel Core i7 | 2027 |
| MacBook Pro (16 inches, 2019) | Intel Core i7, Intel Core i9 | 2026 |
| MacBook Pro (13 inches, 2019) | Intel Core i5, Intel Core i7 | 2026 |
| MacBook Pro (15 inches, 2019) | Intel Core i7, Intel Core i9 | 2026 |
| MacBook Pro (15 inches, 2018) | Intel Core i7, Intel Core i9 | 2025 |
| MacBook Pro (13 inches, 2018) | Intel Core i5, Intel Core i7 | 2025 |
| MacBook Air (15 inches, 2023) | Apple M2 | 2030 |
| MacBook Air (13 inches, 2022) | Apple M2 | 2030 |
| MacBook Air (13 inches, 2020) | Apple M1 | 2027 |
| MacBook Air (13 inches, 2020) | Intel Core i3, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i7 | 2027 |
| MacBook Air (13 inches, 2019) | Intel Core i5 | 2026 |
| MacBook Air (13 inches, 2018) | Intel Core i5 | 2025 |
Which MacBook models don't receive updates anymore?
MacBook models older than those from 2017 don't receive new updates anymore. In the overview below, you can see what the latest available macOS version is per model up to 2012. Do you want to know which MacBook model you have? Read the article below.
Overview
| MacBook model | Latest available macOS version |
|---|---|
| MacBook (12 inches, 2017) | macOS Mojave |
| MacBook (12 inches, 2016) | macOS Monterey |
| MacBook (12 inches, 2015) | macOS Big Sur |
| MacBook Air (13 inches, 2017) | macOS Monterey |
| MacBook Air (13 inches, 2015) | macOS Monterey |
| MacBook Air (11 inches, 2015) | macOS Monterey |
| MacBook Air (13 inches, 2014) | macOS Big Sur |
| MacBook Air (11 inches, 2014) | macOS Big Sur |
| MacBook Air (13 inches, 2013) | macOS Big Sur |
| MacBook Air (11 inches, 2013) | macOS Big Sur |
| MacBook Air (13 inches, 2012) | macOS Catalina |
| MacBook Air (11 inches, 2012) | macOS Catalina |
| MacBook Pro (13 inches, 2017) | macOS Ventura |
| MacBook Pro (15 inches, 2017) | macOS Ventura |
| MacBook Pro (15 inches, 2016) | macOS Monterey |
| MacBook Pro (13 inches, 2016) | macOS Monterey |
| MacBook Pro (15 inches, 2015) | macOS Monterey |
| MacBook Pro (13 inches, 2015) | macOS Monterey |
| MacBook Pro (15 inches, 2014) | macOS Big Sur |
| MacBook Pro (13 inches, 2014) | macOS Big Sur |
| MacBook Pro (15 inches, 2013) | macOS Big Sur |
| MacBook Pro (13 inches, 2013) | macOS Big Sur |
| MacBook Pro (15 inches, 2012) | macOS Catalina |
| MacBook Pro (13 inches, 2012) | macOS Catalina |
What if your MacBook no longer receives macOS updates?
Do you have an older or refurbished MacBook and don't you receive new updates anymore? You can still keep using your MacBook, but you won't have access to the latest functions. You still receive security updates, but these also stop after a few years. As soon as you don't receive security updates anymore, we recommend you upgrade to a new MacBook.
Article by Rowan
Apple Expert.
