Ryzen 5 5600G & B550 Gigabyte Hackintosh Dual-Boot Guide with iGPU

Creating a Hackintosh with the combination of a GTX 1650, Ryzen 5 5600G, and a B550 Gigabyte motherboard presents several challenges:

1. NVIDIA GTX 1650: As of my last update, macOS does not support NVIDIA cards after the Kepler series due to the lack of compatible drivers. Therefore, your GTX 1650 will not work under macOS.

2. Ryzen 5 5600G: macOS is designed to run on Intel processors, and while there have been successful Ryzen-based Hackintosh builds, they require additional patches and workarounds. The integrated GPU on Ryzen processors (like the 5600G) also typically requires extra configuration and may not provide the same performance or feature set as an Intel iGPU.

3. B550 Motherboard: While many AMD motherboards can be made to work with a Hackintosh, they often require additional kexts and patches compared to their Intel counterparts.

Given these factors, here are the steps you would generally follow to create a Hackintosh with these components, focusing on using the iGPU of your Ryzen CPU:

Guide Step by Step:

1. Prepare for Installation:

   • Update your motherboard's BIOS to the latest version.
   • Ensure your BIOS settings are optimized for Hackintosh, including setting the primary display to the iGPU (if possible), disabling CSM, and configuring other settings as recommended by Hackintosh communities for AMD systems.

2. Create Bootable macOS Installer:

   • Download the macOS version that is known to work well with AMD systems.
   • Use a tool like OpenCore or Clover to create your bootable USB. For AMD systems, OpenCore is often recommended.

3. OpenCore Configuration:

   • Configure your EFI folder with the necessary AMD patches using OpenCore.
   • Include kexts such as Lilu, VirtualSMC, WhateverGreen, and others recommended for AMD systems.
   • The config.plist will need to be properly set up for an AMD system, which includes different settings than for Intel systems.

4. Install macOS:

   • Boot from the USB drive and install macOS. Be prepared for potential issues and the need to troubleshoot.
   • The first boot will likely need to be done with verbose mode (-v flag) to diagnose any issues.

5. Post-Installation:

   • Install OpenCore to your system's EFI partition.
   • Configure your system for dual-boot, ensuring that you can select between Windows 11 and macOS at startup.

6. Graphics Configuration:

   • Configure macOS to use the Ryzen iGPU, which may require additional kexts or patches.
   • Research and apply any necessary fixes to enable proper graphic acceleration for the system animations and applications like Photoshop.

7. Dual Boot Configuration:

   • Set up your boot manager to allow you to choose between Windows 11 and macOS. OpenCore can handle booting both operating systems, but ensure that your Windows EFI partition is untouched to avoid boot issues.

8. Fine-Tuning:

   • Make any necessary adjustments to your OpenCore configuration to improve system stability and performance.
   • Check all hardware components (audio, networking, USB ports, etc.) to ensure they are functioning correctly in macOS.

9. Performance Testing:

   • Test system performance in macOS, including system animations and applications like Photoshop. You may need additional tweaks or fixes for optimal performance.

10. Final Thoughts:

    • Be aware that a Hackintosh setup with AMD hardware can be less stable and more challenging to maintain than one with Intel hardware.
    • Always back up both your Windows and macOS systems before making changes to your setup.

Remember: Building a Hackintosh is a complicated process that is not supported by Apple. It can also violate the macOS End User License Agreement. Always proceed with caution and at your own risk. The information provided here is for educational purposes and may be subject to change as the Hackintosh community develops new methods and patches. Always consult with up-to-date Hackintosh resources and forums for the latest information and support.