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The latest version, , is compatible with Windows 10/11 and macOS 13 or later. While the software can technically run on basic hardware, high-resolution and complex vector projects often demand significantly higher specs for a lag-free experience. Windows System Requirements Minimum Requirement Recommended Specification Processor Multicore Intel or AMD (64-bit) with SSE 4.2+ Multi-core Intel i7/i9 or AMD Ryzen 7/9 Operating System Windows 10 (v22H2/v21H2) or Windows 11 (v24H2/v23H2) Windows 11 (latest version) RAM 16 GB to 32 GB+ for complex projects Storage 2 GB available HDD space (installation only) SSD with 4 GB+ free for scratch disks GPU 1 GB VRAM & OpenGL 4.0 support 4 GB VRAM for 4K/high-res displays Monitor 1024 x 768 resolution 1920 x 1080 (FHD) or higher macOS System Requirements system requirements adobe illustrator
To ensure a smooth creative workflow in Adobe Illustrator (latest version 2026), your hardware must handle complex vector calculations and AI-driven features like "Text to Vector Graphic" . InvGate +1 Core Desktop Requirements (Windows & macOS) Component Minimum Requirement Recommended Specification Processor Multicore Intel or AMD (64-bit, SSE 4.2+) or Apple Silicon (M1+) Higher clock speeds (2 GHz+) for faster vector rendering RAM 8 GB 16 GB or higher for complex artwork and multitasking GPU 1 GB VRAM (DirectX 12/Metal support) 4 GB VRAM for 3D effects and smooth canvas zooming Storage 2-3 GB for installation SSD with extra space for scratch disks and large files Display 1024 x 768 resolution 1920 x 1080 to avoid UI scaling issues Platform Specifics Windows: Supports Windows 11 and Windows 10 (versions v22H2, v21H2 LTSC). macOS: Supports macOS 15 (Sequoia), 14 (Sonoma), and 13 (Ventura). iPad: Requires iPad: Requires