The XPS 13 9370 is a viable Hackintosh candidate with good community support. Success depends on careful OpenCore configuration, correct kext versions, ACPI/SSDT patching, and willingness to swap hardware (notably Wi‑Fi) for full native functionality. Regular maintenance and cautious OS updates are required.
Monitors CPU thermals and ambient light levels. Device Properties (GPU Patching)
Start with a Kaby Lake R sample config. Required kexts:
Add the following properties under PciRoot(0x0)/Pci(0x2,0x0) to configure your Intel UHD 620 graphics: AAPL,ig-platform-id : 00001659 (hex data format)
using OpenCore , covering installation, configuration, and optimization. XPS 13 9370 XPS 13 9370
The stock Killer 1435 Wi-Fi card is soldered to the motherboard on some configurations, while others use a socketed card. If yours is soldered, you must use OpenIntelWireless kexts (AirportItlwm and IntelBluetoothFirmware). If it is a modular card, swapping it for a Broadcom BCM94360NG provides native, seamless Apple ecosystem features like AirDrop and Continuity.
Proper IGPU ID for UHD 620 ( 0x59170000 or 0x591B0000 ). Audio: Layout ID for ALC256 (usually 11 or 13). Phase 2: BIOS Settings
One of the most critical steps before starting is understanding which hardware will work and which won't.
The Dell XPS 13 9370 is the . It offers better ports, a better display ratio, and a better keyboard (Dell’s MagLev is underrated) than the 2018 MacBook Air, for half the used price.
| Component | Spec | |-----------|------| | CPU | Intel Core i5-8250U / i7-8550U (Kaby Lake R) | | iGPU | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | | Audio | Realtek ALC299 (ALC3271-CG) | | Wi-Fi/Bluetooth | Killer 1435 (Qualcomm QCA6174A) – not compatible | | SSD | NVMe (e.g., Toshiba KXG50ZNV, Samsung PM981) | | Touchpad | I2C HID (Dell Precision Touchpad) | | Display | 1080p or 4K touch |
Graphics acceleration (QE/CI), Sleep/Wake, Keyboard/Trackpad (with gestures), USB-C/Thunderbolt, and Audio. The Wi-Fi Catch: often comes with a Killer (Qualcomm)
Run the standard Apple terminal command:
A working computer (macOS, Windows, or Linux) to create the installer. A 16GB or larger USB 3.0 flash drive. The latest stable version of .
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