Improving Graphics Performance on Dell Inspiron 5559 with macOS Ventura

Lag and stuck animations in macOS Ventura can often be attributed to issues with the graphics drivers or incorrect graphics configuration. The advice you found suggests that using the frame buffer patch for a Kaby Lake ID might solve the issue, as Skylake CPUs sometimes have better support using this workaround. Here’s a simplified explanation and guide:

Guide Step by Step:

1. Verify Graphics Settings:

   • Confirm that your Intel HD Graphics 520 is being correctly recognized by the system in "About This Mac" and "System Report."

2. Framebuffer Patching:

   • Framebuffer patching involves modifying the information macOS uses to initialize your GPU. You can use a tool like Hackintool to patch your frame buffer.
   • The recommendation to adapt your graphics patch to use a KBL (Kaby Lake) ID means that you should try using the AAPL,ig-platform-id and device-id values that correspond to a Kaby Lake graphics device, which may have better compatibility with Ventura.

3. Modify Config.plist:

   • Use Clover Configurator or a plist editor to modify your config.plist.
   • Under Graphics or Devices -> Properties, you need to set AAPL,ig-platform-id and device-id to values known to work with Kaby Lake. For example:
     • AAPL,ig-platform-id: 00001659 (or another compatible value)
     • device-id: 16590000 (or another compatible value)

4. Update Kexts:

   • Ensure you are using the latest versions of Lilu, WhateverGreen, and other relevant kexts, as they are critical for graphics performance.

5. Disable Unused Devices:

   • In BIOS, disable any hardware you're not using, like a dGPU if your model has one, to prevent conflicts.

6. SMBIOS Selection:

   • Choose an SMBIOS that closely matches your hardware. For an i7-6500U with Intel HD Graphics 520, a MacBookPro13,1 might be appropriate.

7. Test Changes:

   • After making changes, reboot and observe performance. Check if animations and transitions are smoother.

8. BIOS Settings:

   • Make sure your BIOS is set up correctly. Disable any fast boot options, and ensure the graphics memory allocation is adequate.

9. Additional Tweaks:

   • If animations are still laggy, try other AAPL,ig-platform-id and device-id combinations, as these can have a significant impact on performance.

10. Monitor Performance:

    • Use Activity Monitor to check system performance. Look for any processes that may be using a high amount of CPU or GPU resources.

11. Seek Community Help:

    • If you're still experiencing issues, consider asking for help on Hackintosh forums. Provide details about your system, what you have tried, and any error messages or logs.

Note: The process of tuning a Hackintosh can be complex, especially when dealing with integrated graphics on a laptop. Be prepared to spend time reading through forums and guides, and remember that not all configurations will work perfectly. Always backup your current working EFI folder before making any changes, so you can revert if something goes wrong.