This will be a list of components that we recommend for compatibility with OS X. Please note that we do not have the money to test this hardware, and it is best to get a second opinion before purchasing anything for use with OS X.
Central Processing Units (CPU’s)

Because real Macs use Intel processors and OS X is only designed for Intel based architecture, you will want an Intel Processor for a Hackintosh. It’s generally best to go with the latest Haswell processors, as they will remain compatible for the longest, and are not significantly more expensive than previous generations. Note: Even if you plan on using a discrete graphics card, it is a good idea to have compatible integrated graphics in case something goes wrong with your graphics card and you need to troubleshoot. Guide to the Intel processor numbers
Intel Core i3
An i3 processor is the best choice if you plan on using your computer for web, email, streaming media and other light usage.i3-4330
i3-4340
Intel Core i5
An i5 processor is best for users who want a bit more power out of their machines. i5′s are recommended for gaming machines.i5-4670K (unlocked for overclocking)
i5-4670
i5-4670S
i5-4570
i5-4440
i5-4430
Intel Core i7
An intel core i7 is recommended for content creation machines and workstations as well as heavy gamers who wish to play the latest games while recording.i7-4771
i7-4770K (Unlocked for overclocking)
i7-4770s
i7-4770
Motherboards

While OS X can function on motherboards without UEFI BIOS, it is much easier with UEFI. We recommend Asus and Gigabyte boards. The prefix number ‘z87′ or ‘h87′ refers to the chipset on the motherboard. A z87 board is required for overclocking as is a K model processor. H87 and b85 are targeted more at everyday computing; they cannot be overclocked, but are generally less expensive.
Asus
Asus UEFI cannot legacy boot to GUID partition tables. This does not matter when using Clover with UEFI, but it is the reason some people report not being able to boot from their HDD’s. The latest unlocked Asus boards (z87) do not contain locked MSR’s so the Kernel PM patch is not required.ATX
z87 c z87 k z87 plus z87 pro Z87 Deluxe/DualmATX
Z87m PlusmITX
Z87i DeluxeGigabyte
Gigabyte motherboards are pretty much the standard for hackintoshing. They have unlocked MSR’s on all chipsets and generally have no issues. Gigabyte boards are recommended for anyone with limited experience.ATX
H87-d3h Z87-ud3h Z87-ud4h Z87-ud5h Z87-ud5-th Z87-ud7-thmATX
B85m-hd3 Z87m-d3hmITX
B85m-D3H Z87n-wifi H87n-wifiGraphics Cards
Your integrated graphics card will work for basic usage, but if you plan on gaming or video editing you will want to purchase a discrete graphics card. For a hackintosh you can use either an Nvidia or ATI card. Apple has used both in their machines over the years, but Nvidia cards are more likely to work OOB.Nvidia

Much like gigabyte, the 6xx and some of the 7xx Nvidia cards will work nearly OOB in OS X. They are recommended for beginners.
ATI Radeon

ATI radeon cards by AMD are generally not as easy to install as Nvidia cards, but you can still get them working. The 6xxx series can work nearly OOB, but the 7xxx series may need some extra work to get full functionality. Slice (The lead Clover dev) has made some guides at Insanelymac so check them out if you have issues. The R9 2xx requires some very advanced work, but can work in OS X.
Memory (Ram)

Here you’ve got a bit more freedom. Generally speaking, any ram compatible with your motherboard will work just fine with OS X. We recommend you get at least 4GB for the most basic machines 8GB for gaming and 16GB for audio and video production. The ram listed here is pretty standard desktop 1600Mhz, DDR3 ram that should work with any of the motherboards listed, but double check the specs before you buy anything.
4GB 8GB 16GB
Storage HDD/SSD

These drives will store all your data. If you are building anything but a baseline machine, you should consider getting an SSD for you operating system and apps. There are really no restrictions on what drives you can use so long as they are compatible with the rest of your build.
Hard Drive (HDD)
I recommend Western Digital HDD’s; they have worked very well in my machine. There are 3 lines. WD Blue which are the baseline budget drives. WD Green is low energy consumption, but slightly slower than blue (these are great backup drives). WD Black is the fastest and the best choice for systems drives. There are also WD Red drives designed for Network Attached Storage (NAS); they are not recommended for internal machine storage.Power Supply

This unit will power your devices. There are no special PSU requirements for a hackintosh. Just make sure you have enough power for your devices and any expansion you may need to do. Input your build into PCpartpicker and it will tell you how much wattage you need. I recommend Seasonic s12ii/m12 PSUs because they are the same design and quality as Corsairs.
Wireless Adapter

OS X supports a very limited number of wi-fi chips, and due to the rapidly changing market many cards that are compatible are no longer in production.
TP-LINK TL-WDN4800 This card works out of the box in OS X. TP-LINK TL-WN951N This card is cheaper, but requires a patched kext. See Hackintosh Wifi for more options are laptop wi-fi cards.
Case
Your choice of case is completely up to you. I’m just going to recommend some that I personally think look cool. You really only need to spend about $40-50 on a good case, but if you really want an epic looking build you can shell out some more for a high end case. Make sure a case is compatible with your motherboard size as well as the number of PCI devices, hard drives and CD drives you plan on using. Some cases here are listed as silent. These cases include sound damping materials and you’ll probably want to go with one of them if you are working with audio or just have have your computer in your bedroom.Mid Tower

These cases will work with any motherboard ATX and smaller. They are the standard towers, and unless you need a massive amount of space you should be go with one of these.
Full Tower

These massive monoliths are perfect for studio builds or anyone looking for insane amounts of drives and expandability.
Cooler Master
Define XL R2 (Silent Case)
Arc XL
Peripherals
Most apple peripherals work fine with hackintoshes as well as many other components.Apple Magic Mouse Apple Magic Trackpad Apple Wired Keyboard Apple Wireless Keyboard
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