External Graphics Card

Hi All- My MacBook Pro has a Graphics Card with the following- Intel Iris Plus Graphics 1536 MB

For all the new AI features in Lightroom/Adobe Systems, I need at least 2 GB.

Is there an egpu that I could purchase that would allow me to run what I need, or is the only solution an upgrade?

Thank you!

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 13.4

Posted on Jun 26, 2023 6:30 AM

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Allan Jones

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Jun 26, 2023 8:56 AM in response to RodgersPhoto

Before spending money, PLEASE see this Apple article for eGPU details, recommendations, and requirements.

Use an external graphics processor with your Mac - Apple Support

I you go outside these recommendations with "just any old eGPU" that is not within Apple incaration of eGPU support, you may have far more trouble getting this to work.

ku4hx

Level 7

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Jun 26, 2023 7:49 AM in response to RodgersPhoto

I see them for sale on pretty much every computer equipment website. Amazon included.

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