iOS 27 Supported Devices
Complete Compatibility List
Check if your iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple Watch supports iOS 27. Confirmed at WWDC 2026: compatible with iPhone 11 and newer — Apple kept the entire iOS 26 lineup. Apple Intelligence requires iPhone 15 Pro or later.
Compatibility at a Glance
Supported iPhones — Complete List
iPhone 17 Series (2025–2026)
Current flagship · A19 / A19 Pro chip
iPhone 16 Series (2024–2025)
A18 Pro / A18 chip
iPhone 15 Series (2023)
Pro models: Apple Intelligence · Standard: iOS 27 only
iPhone 14 Series (2022)
Full iOS 27 · Apple Intelligence not available
iPhone 13 Series (2021)
Full iOS 27 · Apple Intelligence not available
iPhone 12 Series (2020)
A14 Bionic chip · Full iOS 27
iPhone 11 Series (2019)
Now confirmed for iOS 27 · A13 Bionic — oldest supported
iPhone SE (2nd & 3rd Gen)
Full iOS 27 · No Apple Intelligence
Apple Intelligence Support
Apple Intelligence is Apple's on-device AI platform, significantly expanded in iOS 27 with the rebuilt Siri AI. The hardware requirement is strict: 8 GB of RAM minimum, which is why the iPhone 15 standard and iPhone 15 Plus — with only 6 GB RAM despite supporting iOS 27 in full — cannot run Apple Intelligence.
What Apple Intelligence features require which devices?
- On-device features (Writing Tools, Image Playground, Genmoji, Notification Summaries): iPhone 15 Pro or newer
- Cloud-enhanced features (extended Siri queries, ChatGPT integration): iPhone 15 Pro or newer
- Visual Intelligence (Camera Control AI): iPhone 16 series or newer
- The new Siri AI in iOS 27: A17 Pro or newer with adequate Neural Engine performance
iPadOS 27 Supported iPads
| iPad Model | Chip | iPadOS 27 | Apple Intelligence |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPad Pro 13" (M4) | M4 | Yes | Full |
| iPad Pro 11" (M4) | M4 | Yes | Full |
| iPad Pro (M2) | M2 | Yes | Full |
| iPad Pro (M1) | M1 | Yes | Full |
| iPad Air (M3, 2025) | M3 | Yes | Full |
| iPad Air (M2, 2024) | M2 | Yes | Full |
| iPad Air (5th gen, M1) | M1 | Yes | Full |
| iPad mini (7th gen, 2024) | A17 Pro | Yes | Full |
| iPad mini (6th gen) | A15 Bionic | Yes | No |
| iPad (11th gen, 2025) | A16 Bionic | Yes | No |
| iPad (10th gen) | A14 Bionic | Yes | No |
macOS 27 Supported Macs
This is a milestone release: macOS 27 marks the end of Apple's Intel-to-Apple-Silicon transition. During the WWDC 2025 Platforms State of the Union, Apple confirmed that macOS 26 Tahoe would be the final macOS version compatible with Intel-based Macs. Every Mac with an Apple Silicon chip is expected to be supported:
- MacBook Air: M1 (2020) and later
- MacBook Pro: 13" M1 (2020), 14" / 16" M1 Pro/Max (2021) and later
- iMac: M1 (2021) and later
- Mac mini: M1 (2020) and later
- Mac Studio: M1 Max (2022) and later
- Mac Pro: M2 Ultra (2023) and later
- MacBook Neo: A18 Pro chip (new entry-level model)
The 4 Intel Macs dropped from macOS 27
These Intel Macs run macOS 26 Tahoe but are not compatible with macOS 27:
- 16-inch MacBook Pro (2019)
- 13-inch MacBook Pro (2020, four Thunderbolt 3 ports)
- 27-inch iMac (2020)
- Mac Pro (2019)
Apple will continue providing security updates for these Intel Macs for about 3 years. Note that macOS 27 is also the final release to include Rosetta 2 — Apple's Intel-app translation layer ends after this version.
Apple Watch & Apple TV Support
watchOS 27 Supported Apple Watches
Expected to support: Apple Watch Series 6 and later, Apple Watch SE (2nd gen), Apple Watch Ultra (1st and 2nd gen), and Apple Watch Series 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11. Apple Watch Series 4 and 5 will likely stop receiving watchOS updates with watchOS 27.
tvOS 27 Supported Apple TVs
tvOS 27 is expected to support: Apple TV 4K (1st generation, 2017) and later models including 4K 2nd gen (2021) and 4K 3rd gen (2022). Apple TV HD (4th gen) will likely be dropped from major updates.
Complete iPhone Compatibility Table
| Device | Chip | iOS 27 | Apple Intelligence |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone 17 Pro / Pro Max | A19 Pro | Yes | Full |
| iPhone 17 / Air / 17e | A19 | Yes | Full |
| iPhone 16 Pro / Pro Max | A18 Pro | Yes | Full |
| iPhone 16 / Plus / 16e | A18 | Yes | Full |
| iPhone 15 Pro / Pro Max | A17 Pro | Yes | Full |
| iPhone 15 / Plus | A16 Bionic | Yes | No |
| iPhone 14 Pro / Pro Max | A16 Bionic | Yes | No |
| iPhone 14 / Plus | A15 Bionic | Yes | No |
| iPhone 13 series (all) | A15 Bionic | Yes | No |
| iPhone 12 series (all) | A14 Bionic | Yes | No |
| iPhone 11 series (all) | A13 Bionic | Yes | No |
| iPhone SE (3rd Gen) | A15 Bionic | Yes | No |
| iPhone SE (2nd Gen) | A13 Bionic | Yes | No |
| iPhone XS / XR and older | A12 and older | No | No |
Devices That Won't Get iOS 27
Not Compatible with iOS 27
The following devices will stay on iOS 26 as their last major update:
iOS 27 Release Timeline
Frequently Asked Questions
Which iPhones support iOS 27?
iOS 27 supports iPhone 11 and all newer models, confirmed at WWDC 2026. Complete list: iPhone 17 series (5 models including 17e and Air), iPhone 16 series (5 models including 16e), iPhone 15 series (4 models), iPhone 14 series (4 models), iPhone 13 series (4 models), iPhone 12 series (4 models), iPhone 11 series (3 models), and iPhone SE (2nd & 3rd gen). Total: 31 supported iPhones. The minimum chip requirement is A13 Bionic.
Will iPhone 11 get iOS 27?
Yes. Contrary to earlier rumors, Apple confirmed at WWDC 2026 that iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max all support iOS 27. iPhone 11 uses the A13 Bionic chip. Apple Intelligence is not available on iPhone 11 (it requires A17 Pro + 8 GB RAM), but the iPhone 11 series receives all other iOS 27 features, UI improvements, and security updates.
Does iPhone 12 support iOS 27?
Yes, all iPhone 12 models — including iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPhone 12 Pro Max — support iOS 27. However, Apple Intelligence features are not available on iPhone 12 because they require an A17 Pro chip and 8 GB RAM. iPhone 12 will receive all other iOS 27 features including UI improvements and security updates.
Will iPhone 13 get iOS 27?
Yes. All iPhone 13 models (iPhone 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro, and 13 Pro Max) support iOS 27. iPhone 13 uses the A15 Bionic chip, which meets the minimum requirements. However, Apple Intelligence is not available on iPhone 13.
Which iPhones support Apple Intelligence?
Apple Intelligence requires iPhone 15 Pro or newer. Supported: iPhone 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max, iPhone 16e, 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max, iPhone 17e, 17, Air, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max — 12 models. Minimum hardware: A17 Pro chip + 8 GB RAM. Note that iPhone 15 and 15 Plus do not support Apple Intelligence — only the Pro models do.
Why doesn't iPhone 15 (non-Pro) support Apple Intelligence?
iPhone 15 and 15 Plus use the A16 Bionic chip with 6 GB of RAM. Apple Intelligence's on-device large language model requires 8 GB minimum to keep the AI model loaded in memory. This is a hardware limitation with no software workaround. The iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max have 8 GB RAM and A17 Pro chip, which is why they support Apple Intelligence.
Is iPhone SE compatible with iOS 27?
Yes. Both iPhone SE (3rd generation, 2022, A15 Bionic) and iPhone SE (2nd generation, 2020, A13 Bionic) are compatible with iOS 27. Apple Intelligence is not available on either model. Only iPhone SE (1st generation, 2016) is not compatible with iOS 27.
What are the iOS 27 system requirements?
iOS 27 requires: iPhone 11 or newer (A13 Bionic chip minimum), at least 15 GB of free storage (20 GB recommended), an active internet connection for download, and 50% battery or connected to power for installation. For Apple Intelligence, you need iPhone 15 Pro or newer (A17 Pro + 8 GB RAM).
Does iPad support iOS 27?
iPad runs iPadOS 27, the iPad equivalent of iOS 27. Compatible iPads: all iPad Pro with M1, M2, M3, or M4 chips, iPad Air (5th gen) with M1 and later, iPad mini (6th and 7th gen), iPad (10th and 11th gen). Apple Intelligence on iPad requires M1 chip or newer with 8 GB RAM. iPad (9th gen) and older are not supported.
Will iOS 27 slow down my older iPhone?
iOS 27 is reportedly optimized for performance and stability across all supported devices, now reaching back to the iPhone 11. Apple has focused on a "Snow Leopard" approach — prioritizing performance, bug fixes, and efficiency rather than just adding flashy features. iPhone 11, 12, 13, and 14 users should see comparable or improved performance. Initial 24–48 hours after install will show higher battery drain due to background indexing, which is normal.
When does iOS 27 release?
iOS 27 was announced at WWDC 2026 on June 8, 2026, with the Developer Beta available the same day. Public Beta follows in mid-July 2026. Final public release is expected in mid-September 2026 (most likely September 14), alongside the new iPhone lineup.
Should I update my iPhone 12 to iOS 27?
Yes. Updating iPhone 12 to iOS 27 is recommended. You'll receive critical security updates, bug fixes, performance improvements, and new features. While Apple Intelligence is not available on iPhone 12, you'll still benefit from UI improvements, redesigned apps, and continued platform support. Skipping a major iOS version means losing security updates within 1–2 years.
- Apple — Apple Intelligence official requirements
- Apple Developer — WWDC 2026 information
- Apple — iOS official page
- Apple WWDC 2026 keynote — official iOS 27 compatibility list (iPhone 11 and newer)
- Apple WWDC 2025 Platforms State of the Union — macOS 27 Apple Silicon-only confirmation
- Industry coverage: Bloomberg, MacRumors, 9to5Mac, Tom's Guide