What are Ollama's system requirements?
Check Ollama requirements for macOS, Windows, Linux, Intel, Apple Silicon, x64, and ARM64, including the last Monterey-compatible release.
Current Ollama releases require macOS 14 Sonoma or newer on a Mac or Windows 10 22H2 or newer on a Windows PC. Apple M-series Macs get CPU and GPU support; Intel Macs are supported in CPU-only mode. Ollama also publishes separate Linux packages for amd64 and ARM64. For macOS 12 Monterey or macOS 13 Ventura, v0.12.3 is the last release documented as compatible: Ollama v0.12.4 explicitly ended support for both systems. That older release remains in the official GitHub archive, but Ollama recommends staying current.
Requirements checked: 2026-07-20.
Ollama compatibility table
| Requirement | Version or model | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Silicon Mac | M-series with macOS 14 or newer | CPU and GPU support |
| Intel Mac | x86 with macOS 14 or newer | CPU-only support |
| macOS 12 Monterey | Ollama v0.12.3 | Last documented compatible release |
| macOS 13 Ventura | Ollama v0.12.3 | Last documented compatible release |
| Windows PC | Windows 10 22H2 or newer, Home or Pro | Supported |
| Windows with NVIDIA GPU | Driver 551.61 or newer | GPU acceleration supported |
| 64-bit Intel or AMD Linux | Linux amd64 package | Supported architecture |
| 64-bit ARM Linux | Linux ARM64 package | Supported architecture |
Official sources
Checked 2026-07-20. Requirements can change with new releases.
Common questions
Can I run Ollama on an Intel Mac?
Yes, if the Intel Mac runs macOS 14 Sonoma or newer. Ollama's current documentation lists x86 Macs as CPU-only, so they do not receive the Apple Silicon GPU acceleration path.
What is the last Ollama version for macOS Monterey?
Ollama v0.12.3 is the last release documented for macOS 12 Monterey. The v0.12.4 release notes say Monterey and Ventura are no longer supported.
Can I run Ollama on macOS Ventura?
Not with current releases. Ollama v0.12.3 is the last documented compatible release for macOS 13 Ventura, and v0.12.4 ends Ventura support.
What version of Windows does Ollama require?
Ollama requires Windows 10 22H2 or newer, Home or Pro. Its Windows documentation also requires NVIDIA driver 551.61 or newer when using a supported NVIDIA GPU.
Should I choose the amd64 or ARM64 Ollama package on Linux?
Choose amd64 for a 64-bit Intel or AMD processor and ARM64 for a 64-bit Arm processor. Ollama publishes separate official Linux packages for both architectures.
Should I install Ollama v0.12.3 on an older Mac?
Only treat it as a legacy fallback. The official release assets are still downloadable, but Ollama's security policy recommends regularly updating to the latest version. Upgrade macOS or use supported hardware when possible.