best hackintosh laptops
can someone suggest me which laptop is the best in compatibility for macOS and with a nice design under 200€, i looked for some macbooks’ off ebay at that price but i couldn’t find that much 🙃.
Lenovo’s or some surface’s laptop/pro line would be perfect but i know that surface’s aren’t much compatible, i have a surface pro 6 with an i5 8th gen laying around where i would love to have macOS only (it has only 256gb and it wouldn’t be enough for windows and macOS) but i found some random efi online but they would only get in the recovery where it asked for me to download macOS even tho the wifi chip of the surface pro 6 isn’t compatible with the os, i have a surface pro 9 (i5 12th gen) too which i use normally, i have a random build with an rx 560 4gb an intel i3 3rd gen and a intel wi-fi module (i think) on a asus motherboard but i don’t think macOS would be compatible on that thing haha
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"Boot failed - Aborted" and "support.apple.com/mac/startup screen"
I've been trying to set up Ventura on an OpenCore desktop for a while now, was having issues with \[EB|#LOG:EXITBS:START\] but set slide value and DevirtualiseMmio, getting to macOS startup with prohibitory symbol, and can't figure out what to do from here. I'm on an i5-10400 with a XFX RX-570, both of which are supposed to be supported.
Here is the log: [\[uploaded via Discord services\]](https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/1239323848277626901/1246503187666436137/Opencore_Log.txt?ex=667f8fce&is=667e3e4e&hm=f2376ead082699873cd260d29965c5e12947ceac7f582f816eede77220e7bf90&),
and the file tree for the boot USB:
`G:.`
`+---com.apple.recovery.boot`
`ª BaseSystem.chunklist`
`ª BaseSystem.dmg`
`ª`
`+---EFI`
`+---BOOT`
`ª .contentFlavour`
`ª .contentVisibility`
`ª BOOTx64.efi`
`ª`
`+---OC`
`ª .contentFlavour`
`ª .contentVisibility`
`ª config.plist`
`ª OpenCore.efi`
`ª`
`+---ACPI`
`ª SSDT-AWAC.aml`
`ª SSDT-EC-USBX-DESKTOP.aml`
`ª SSDT-PLUG-DRTNIA.aml`
`ª SSDT-RHUB.aml`
`ª`
`+---Drivers`
`ª HfsPlus.efi`
`ª OpenRuntime.efi`
`ª ResetNvramEntry.efi`
`ª`
`+---Kexts`
`ª +---AppleALC.kext`
`ª ª +---Contents`
`ª ª ª Info.plist`
`ª ª ª`
`ª ª +---MacOS`
`ª ª AppleALC`
`ª ª`
`ª +---BlueToolFixup.kext`
`ª ª +---Contents`
`ª ª ª Info.plist`
`ª ª ª`
`ª ª +---MacOS`
`ª ª BlueToolFixup`
`ª ª`
`ª +---BrightnessKeys.kext`
`ª ª +---Contents`
`ª ª ª Info.plist`
`ª ª ª`
`ª ª +---MacOS`
`ª ª BrightnessKeys`
`ª ª`
`ª +---IntelBluetoothFirmware.kext`
`ª ª +---Contents`
`ª ª ª Info.plist`
`ª ª ª`
`ª ª +---MacOS`
`ª ª IntelBluetoothFirmware`
`ª ª`
`ª +---IntelBTPatcher.kext`
`ª ª +---Contents`
`ª ª ª Info.plist`
`ª ª ª`
`ª ª +---MacOS`
`ª ª IntelBTPatcher`
`ª ª`
`ª +---Lilu.kext`
`ª ª +---Contents`
`ª ª ª Info.plist`
`ª ª ª`
`ª ª +---MacOS`
`ª ª ª Lilu`
`ª ª ª`
`ª ª +---Resources`
`ª ª +---Headers`
`ª ª ª ª hde32.h`
`ª ª ª ª hde64.h`
`ª ª ª ª kern_api.hpp`
`ª ª ª ª kern_compat.hpp`
`ª ª ª ª kern_compression.hpp`
`ª ª ª ª kern_config.hpp`
`ª ª ª ª kern_cpu.hpp`
`ª ª ª ª kern_crypto.hpp`
`ª ª ª ª kern_devinfo.hpp`
`ª ª ª ª kern_disasm.hpp`
`ª ª ª ª kern_efi.hpp`
`ª ª ª ª kern_file.hpp`
`ª ª ª ª kern_iokit.hpp`
`ª ª ª ª kern_mach.hpp`
`ª ª ª ª kern_nvram.hpp`
`ª ª ª ª kern_patcher.hpp`
`ª ª ª ª kern_policy.hpp`
`ª ª ª ª kern_rtc.hpp`
`ª ª ª ª kern_time.hpp`
`ª ª ª ª kern_user.hpp`
`ª ª ª ª kern_util.hpp`
`ª ª ª ª kern_version.hpp`
`ª ª ª ª plugin_start.hpp`
`ª ª ª ª`
`ª ª ª +---capstone`
`ª ª ª arm.h`
`ª ª ª arm64.h`
`ª ª ª capstone.h`
`ª ª ª mips.h`
`ª ª ª platform.h`
`ª ª ª ppc.h`
`ª ª ª sparc.h`
`ª ª ª systemz.h`
`ª ª ª x86.h`
`ª ª ª xcore.h`
`ª ª ª`
`ª ª +---Library`
`ª ª ª plugin_start.cpp`
`ª ª ª`
`ª ª +---wrappers`
`ª ª
macOS 15.0 Sequoya Beta 2 + 5950x + 128GB RAM + 6900xt
https://preview.redd.it/kibbjhfbob9d1.png?width=304&format=png&auto=webp&s=82a5040f8f5f7fab81bb917674ad15d2a829e0f9
CPU: AMD R9 5950x
MB: MSI x570 Godlike
GPU: AMD 6900XT
RAM: 128Gb GSkill
SSD: WD SN 850 1TB
https://redd.it/1dqkuoq
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can i install Snow Leopard or Leopard on this
pentium e5700, 2gb ram, 320gb hdd, intel hd graphics
and is there any way to get the intro?
https://redd.it/1dqhru0
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macOS Sonoma 14.4 SUCCESS - AMD Ryzen 9 3900x + RX 6600 + Intel Wi-Fi
https://redd.it/1dqf8zc
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Is a Hackintosh Performant Enough for Daily Work?
Hi! Today I had a debate with a colleague who said that there is no point in buying a MacBook because it is possible to create a Hackintosh. My argument during this debate was that while a Hackintosh is cool to use, I don't think one can work with it on a daily basis. I used the example of a video editor working on a large project in Final Cut Pro or a developer coding a large application in XCode.
So I would like to know if you think a person can use a Hackintosh daily to produce significant work?
https://redd.it/1dqdz4m
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post install guide and moved your efi from the usb to the drive.
Step 8: ???
Step 9: profit
also another note im still making this guide and i rushed thru it so there will be some issues in it, sorry bout that
https://redd.it/1dqaho0
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Help with platform-id with headless iGPU
I bought a new CPU that has an integrated UHD630, I'm installing it next week. Currently, my RX 580 is the sole graphics adapter on my hack, and even with the new CPU, I won't use onboard video output.
Reading Dortania's Guide, I saw that there's a specific platform ID for systems with headless iGPUs, that will be used just for extra computing (0300913E instead of the other ones available). However, I read that it blocks DRM protected content. Should I use the normal platform-id then?
Another thing, if I use the headless iGPU ID, I shouldn't use framebuffer-patch-enable and framebuffer-stolenmem? Just verify if iGPU is set to 64 MB on UEFI?
Thanks for the help!
https://redd.it/1dq8dxn
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The Hackintosh Triumph: Bringing macOS Sonoma to the ThinkPad X280
It all began with a spark of curiosity and a penchant for pushing technological boundaries. The ThinkPad X280, a robust and reliable machine, had served me well with its Windows OS. However, the allure of macOS Sonoma 14.5, with its sleek interface and powerful capabilities, beckoned me to undertake a daring experiment: to install macOS on my trusty ThinkPad X280.
So, these are the specs :
Motherboard : Lenovo OEM Motherboard
CPU : Intel® Core™ i5 - 8250U @ 1.80 GHz
iGPU : Intel® HD Graphics 620
RAM : 2x 4 GB DDR4 2400 MHz
Audio Codec : Realtek ALC257
WiFi : Intel 8265
TrackPad : LEN0097 PS2 Interface
USB Chipset : Intel 200 Series Chipset
Display: Built-In IPS 14”
Resolution : 1366px x 768px
Storage : 1x SAMSUNG MZVLW256HEHP-000L7 256GB
Bootloader : OpenCore r1.0.1
macOS Version : macOS Sonoma macOS 14.5 (23F79)
And these are the features that worked :
QE/CI of Intel HD Graphics 620
Internal Speaker, Internal Microphone and Audio Jack
Power Management
All USB Ports
TrackPad with multi gesture
Battery Indicator
Restart, Sleep and Shutdown
WebCam
Brightness
Brightness Up and Down
WiFi
Bluetooth
HDMI Audio & Video
The lasts, some of documentation :
https://preview.redd.it/wg8zg6gl479d1.png?width=1366&format=png&auto=webp&s=87fd82404740add69af4fdd8f050bf394b30cb3a
https://preview.redd.it/2q9dz4gl479d1.png?width=1366&format=png&auto=webp&s=cf844152f1dbd10cf9e0b657fd237b7f90b0f946
https://preview.redd.it/5e6i16gl479d1.png?width=1366&format=png&auto=webp&s=a2f672370ab87a635360e1c5a93153a05830bf42
https://preview.redd.it/wb6k04jl479d1.png?width=1366&format=png&auto=webp&s=b319edff86a197bb3bb8002e2629fbc7d3f29706
https://preview.redd.it/fvzq86gl479d1.png?width=1366&format=png&auto=webp&s=978b0ebd289a7e1c31ad8a6f7c9809afa91542b1
https://preview.redd.it/02j2v5gl479d1.png?width=1366&format=png&auto=webp&s=2f32952f22f08454580511086554202272654fea
https://preview.redd.it/ejozu6gl479d1.png?width=1366&format=png&auto=webp&s=fd3d88c7600f8e943f63f3fbb920d54c2ded5b40
https://preview.redd.it/pziym7gl479d1.png?width=1366&format=png&auto=webp&s=29fb985ad61e51a3d50faf0460c89daf91bfe063
https://preview.redd.it/k16tr4gl479d1.png?width=1366&format=png&auto=webp&s=83fb3a84f48a3e1b7b956f2b9d7644afc216dd1e
Happy Hackintoshing!
https://redd.it/1dq4wzh
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Is it posible to go back to the original OSX after an update?
So i had ventura on my hp ice lake laptop, all working fine, I really don't use any fancy stuff like airdrop as I don't have any apple products so the regular OS works for me. I did upgrade it to ventura, as well as the wifi kext, all working fine. I wonder if I try to update to Sequioa, and if something goes wrong, its there a way to go back to what I had working? Thanks for any advice.
https://redd.it/1dq1rkn
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Airdrop issue on Mac OS Ventura 13.6.7 HP Kabylake Laptop
Airdrop from my iPhone to Mac is working but from Mac to iPhone is not working as no device found during sharing from Mac. Is there any solution?
HP Kabylake Laptop
Processor: i5 7200u
Ram: 12 Gb DD4 2133hz
Graphics: Intel HD 620
Wifi: Broadcom BCM4352
Mac OS Ventura 13.6.7
https://redd.it/1dq0dmr
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TP-LINK UB400 working perfectly in Monetery?
My Bluetooth is not working
https://redd.it/1dpyaof
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Really bad screen flickering while using pycharm
OS Version: macOS X High Sierra (10.13.6)
Graphics Card: Intel HD Graphics 4400 HD 1536 MB
4 Intel Core i5 Processors, 2.4 GHz (according to the "About This Mac" window)
Memory: 12 GB DDR3 Memory with 1600 MHz.
Please let me know if you need more information about my hackintosh
The issue is that pycharm looks very glitched out when launched, and at the bottom of the screen, it is glitching too. I first tried pycharm 2020, then to pycharm 2019, and now pycharm 2018, and all of them are glitched out. Pycharm 2024 is the latest version but I know that there is no way that it is supported on High Sierra. The python IDLE seems to be working without any glitches. I also tried a supported version of VS Code for High Sierra, the glitching was much less, but hovering over a button in VS Code would cause glitching at the bottom of the screen.
I am also sorry if I am posting this in the wrong place, but since this only seems to occur on my hackintosh, so I think I am supposed to post it in r/hackintosh .
Edit: I tried running High Sierra in a VM using VMware Workstation Pro 17, and pycharm 2020 worked fine without glitches, and there isn't any graphics acceleration too.
https://redd.it/1dpuwvk
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hackintosh bug
https://redd.it/1dps1qt
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How can I find my audio codec for AppleALC?
The only info I have is this:
Manufacturer: Realtek
Hardware ID: HDAUDIO\\FUNC_01&VEN_10EC&DEV_0255&SUBSYS_10251133&REV_1000
https://redd.it/1dpoesn
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build.tool`
`ª ª entry32.S`
`ª ª entry64.S`
`ª ª` [`wrappers.inc`](http://wrappers.inc)
`ª ª`
`ª +---NVMeFix.kext`
`ª ª +---Contents`
`ª ª ª Info.plist`
`ª ª ª`
`ª ª +---MacOS`
`ª ª NVMeFix`
`ª ª`
`ª +---RealtekRTL8111.kext`
`ª ª +---Contents`
`ª ª ª Info.plist`
`ª ª ª`
`ª ª +---MacOS`
`ª ª ª RealtekRTL8111`
`ª ª ª`
`ª ª +---Resources`
`ª ª +---en.lproj`
`ª ª InfoPlist.strings`
`ª ª`
`ª +---RestrictEvents.kext`
`ª ª +---Contents`
`ª ª ª Info.plist`
`ª ª ª`
`ª ª +---MacOS`
`ª ª RestrictEvents`
`ª ª`
`ª +---VirtualSMC.kext`
`ª ª +---Contents`
`ª ª ª Info.plist`
`ª ª ª`
`ª ª +---MacOS`
`ª ª ª VirtualSMC`
`ª ª ª`
`ª ª +---Resources`
`ª ª +---VirtualSMCSDK`
`ª ª AppleSmc.h`
`ª ª AppleSmcBridge.hpp`
`ª ª kern_keyvalue.hpp`
`ª ª kern_smcinfo.hpp`
`ª ª kern_value.hpp`
`ª ª kern_vsmcapi.hpp`
`ª ª`
`ª +---WhateverGreen.kext`
`ª ª +---Contents`
`ª ª ª Info.plist`
`ª ª ª`
`ª ª +---MacOS`
`ª ª WhateverGreen`
`ª ª`
`ª +---AirportItlwm.kext`
`ª +---Contents`
`ª ª Info.plist`
`ª ª`
`ª +---MacOS`
`ª AirportItlwm`
`ª`
`+---Resources`
`ª +---Audio`
`ª +---Font`
`ª +---Image`
`ª +---Label`
`+---Tools`
`OpenShell.efi`
Any help is greatly appreciated!
https://redd.it/1dqnmo9
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PowerPC iMac g5
MAC NOT IMAC
Is there any form os newer Mac OS I can install on this unsupported Mac? (It can be any unsupported version)
I believe it’s a power pc g5 as it has just 1 drive bay on the front
Any help would be really appreciated!!!:)
https://redd.it/1dqlwrq
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HP Pro Desk 600 G3 SFF - Hackintosh - i5-7500 - Fully Functioning on Sonoma & Sequoia
https://redd.it/1dqh6bn
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Compatibility Retro Parts
https://redd.it/1dqgp0p
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cannot dual boot windows 11 and mac
Hello, I don't know if I'm on the right subreddit, but I'm trying to dual boot Windows 11 and a Mac (any version), but I can't manage to do it. Here is the model of my PC: Acer Nitro N50-620 If anyone could tell me what to do because I've tried a lot of things but I'm still a little afraid of breaking my pc.
https://redd.it/1dqesrj
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How can I update from big sur to sonoma on kabylake laptop?
can anyone guide me step by step on how I can update to sonoma? I know that I can use a different SMBIOS but I am not sure how to spoof my cpu and igpu.
Here are my specs:
Model: Acer travelmate P249
CPU: Intel i5 7200U
iGPU: Intel HD Graphics 620
https://redd.it/1dqcyqy
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Guide on how to dual boot 2 mac OS installs
Alright im gonna make this pretty simple and easy so here we go
So this guide is about dual booting 2 hackintosh installs on SEPARATE drives as it is the most easy way to dual boot it. If you are dual booting 2 different versions (example: Ventura and Mojave) you will need to disable kexts that do not work on Mojave and make sure to update the config plist to support Mojave or your version that you are installing. For example mac os Mojave requires a AFPS date and version. See here: https://dortania.github.io/OpenCore-Install-Guide/config.plist/kaby-lake.html#uefi (go into the AFPS section.) This guide is also for modern mac OS versions (Sierra and above pretty sure.) PS. This is my first guide and i might be terrible at it so please tell me how i can improve!!
What you will need:
2 Drives, one with mac os preinstalled
A 16 gb USB drive (reccomended)
The installer of the macOS you wish to install (for me it was Mojave.)
Section 1
Step 1: Download the macOS installed by either using macadmin scripts or the app store, just follow the opencore guide on how to download it.
Step 2: Format the USB as Mac OS Journaled. Make sure its a GUID partition map or you will have issues later on.
Step 3: Grab your USB drive and flash the mac os install on it by using the command sudo /Applications/Install\\ macOS\\ Mojave.app/Contents/Resources/createinstallmedia --volume /Volumes/MyVolume, replace MyVolume with the name of the USB and replace Mojave with the correct version of mac os you are installing.
Section 2
alright mate time for the EFI section. Make sure you have ProperTree installed and GenSMBIOS. Mac os will give some issues if you use the same serial number and info you have on your main install such as signing in with apple id or etc. Your apple id will be signed out whenever you boot mac OS due to the serial number being same.
Step 4: Open up terminal and put in "Diskutil list" mac os will list the disk drives on your system. find the one that says Install macOS (version here) it should say something like disk(number)s(partition number), for example my mojave installer was on disk4 and the partition EFI was on 1. Then run this command: Sudo diskutil mount disk#s#
# = number of the disk and partition.
Step 5: Once it is mounted lets start working on the EFI now, open up ProperTree click Open in the file menu and find the EFI from your main system. Then open up OC and Config.plist now i wont go into making the whole thing but ill go thru the basics.
You will need XCHIPortLimit if you are not running mac os 11.3 or later, and you will also need a AFPS version and date if you are running a older version of mac os (see the section before section 1 about it) Head to UEFI>AFPS, here you will see min version and the min date. Fill it out depending on the OS (mojave needs 945275007000000 as the version and 20190820 as the date.) also disable kexts not made for the version as they WILL NOT work on the version you are installing you cant install a kext made for sonoma on mac os mojave or something it WILL NOT work. Do not attempt to install it as it wont even work and you might brick your 2nd install (version you are installing to dual boot.) Also make sure to generate new SMBIOS info and put it under platform info.
Step 6: If you deleted kexts or updated drivers make sure to do a CLEAN snapshot, doing a normal will only add new kexts or drivers you have added in. Then hit save or command+s (shortcut) exit proper tree and copy the entire EFI to the EFI partition of your install usb then eject it after it is complete.
Step 7: Restart your hackintosh and boot into the BIOS / UEFI and select the new usb you have made. Then follow the installation and follow the post-install guide. and there you have it!
Notice: Your main opencore drive may not be able to boot the other mac os you have installed (mojave for me again.) due to it also having a efi on its drive if you have followed the
Error allocating 0x800 pages - OS X El Capitan, OpenCore 1.0.0 LegacyBoot
https://redd.it/1dq5ykt
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Wifi not working
https://redd.it/1dq5acy
@r_hackintosh
iServices issue on sonoma 14.5 with itlwm and heliport
see attached video: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VtOKqri80TN1DXuMkK\_OjIi4RCQfqXEt/view?usp=drive\_link this shows the issue with app store, messages and facetime. the issue never stops and the apps never work
using ax210 btw
https://redd.it/1dq1plh
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OS X El Capitan on Core 2 Quad (Kentsfield)
https://redd.it/1dpyzli
@r_hackintosh
Would hackintoshing my PC with the specs included better than purchasing Mac M1 for Final Cut?
Hello.
I currently own Two computers with these system requirements.
First Rig:
Motherboard: Gigabyte H610M
CPU: 13100F
Ram: 16GB DDR5 (If I hackintosh I plan before it to make it 32).
SSD planning to purchase: Lexar NM710 GEN 4.0 NVMe 2TB
GPU: RX 580
I prefer the above specs for compatibility as I got another PC with the following:
Second:
Motherboard: Gaming Plus Max B450
CPU: Ryzen 3600X
Ram: 32GB DDR4
SSD: 1TB
GPU: RTX 2070 Super (not compatible with hackintosh I believe).
I mainly ask about the first rig, would It be better to Hackintosh this system instead of getting at least a Mac M1? I will be using it for montages: FinalCut Pro, etc. Nothing else, maybe have another version of it for Windows and general stuff and that's it.
So comparing the performance of these specs and the MAC as I'm not really into it, which option would be better in general? I am looking for a decent experience for daily bases projects, I also heard about some new applications from Apple (AI) for M1 and higher macs that will even make them better, hence It's a bit hesitant.
Looking forward to hearing your opinions.
https://redd.it/1dpwway
@r_hackintosh
macOS Sonoma 14.5 SUCCESS on skylake i5 6500/RX 460 WITH WIFI!
https://preview.redd.it/6ayeelh1n49d1.png?width=1920&format=png&auto=webp&s=ca1e83e86a20fe2b23a656d87388127d58bc6999
https://redd.it/1dpt18i
@r_hackintosh
Haswell's not dead - SONOMA 14.5 100%
https://redd.it/1dpqwhj
@r_hackintosh
Keyboard not working on AMD Laptop Hackintosh
Hello, I'm pretty new to Hackintosh-ing and after succeeding on installing macOS Sonoma 14.5 to my Lenovo laptop I noticed that the integrated keyboard wasn't working, but strangely enough the trackpad works flawlessly with all multi-touch features and whatnot. Everything USB related works fine. Any help is very much appreciated. Thanks in advance!
Here's a copy of my EFI folder: [https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/0kg7b850v7yw29jfaimzs/EFI.zip?rlkey=w2fiy4pn44ibwmc04p2se88qf&st=bttzp7wg&dl=0](https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/0kg7b850v7yw29jfaimzs/EFI.zip?rlkey=w2fiy4pn44ibwmc04p2se88qf&st=bttzp7wg&dl=0)
* Hardware:
CPU: Ryzen 5 5600H
GPU: Radeon Vega 7
RAM: 16 GB 3200 MHz
Motherboard/Laptop model: Lenovo Ideapad Gaming 3 15ACH6
Screen(s) Number: 1
Screen(s) Resolution: 1920x1080@120
Audio Codec: Realtek but I use a USB headset
Ethernet Card: Realtek RTL8111
Wifi/BT Card: None
https://redd.it/1dplmk4
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