Can iMac running macOS Ventura upgrade to macOS Sequoia?
My iMac is running on Ventura 13.7.8. Can I load a newer version, such as Sequoia, even if Ventura is the newest recommended?
iMac 21.5″, macOS 13.7
The 2017 iMac can't run any system newer than Ventura.
If you plan on getting a new Mac consider the following: a 10 Core Mac Mini M4 with 16 GB RAM and 1 TB SSD ($1084 US) with a 32" LG 4k monitor ($331 US) from Amazon.com) is $1415 US which is $541US less than a similarly configured new 24" iMac ($1956 US) re 07/2025. Keep your keyboard and mouse from your current Mac for use with the Mini.
I got the above Mini with a 32" LG 4K monitor w/speakers for only $60 US more than the 27" (didn't know the Mini had a speaker). There are many monitors available in 27" size on up for $100 US to $500 US depending on what features you want. The monitor prices are before tariffs.
You can save more than the $541 if you get a less expensive monitor than I got. There are many to choose from on Amazon. I have a 2025 Mac Mini M4 and Turbotax 2015 runs just fine on it. The Mini also runs rings around my 2017 i7 iMac.
Just some food for thought.
