What graphics driver do I have on my MacBook Pro?

To determine the graphics driver on your MacBook Pro, you can follow these steps:

1. Click on the Apple () menu located on the top-left corner of your screen.

2. From the drop-down menu, select “About This Mac.” A new window will appear.

3. In the window that opens, click on the “System Report” button. This will bring up the “System Information” window.

4. In the left sidebar of the System Information window, scroll down and click on “Graphics/Displays.” This will display information related to your graphics cards and drivers.

5. On the right side of the window, you will see a list of the graphics cards currently in use. The name of the graphics card will be mentioned next to “Chipset Model.” This will give you the information about the specific graphics card installed on your MacBook Pro.

It’s important to note that Mac systems use both integrated and dedicated graphics cards. Integrated graphics are typically used for less demanding tasks to conserve power, while dedicated graphics are utilized for more graphically intensive applications like gaming or video editing.

In some cases, MacBooks with dual graphics (both integrated and dedicated) will automatically switch between the two depending on the task at hand. This is known as “Automatic Graphics Switching.”

If you have a MacBook Pro with a dedicated graphics card, you may also have the option to manually switch between the integrated and dedicated graphics. To do this, you can go to “System Preferences” > “Energy Saver” and check the box next to “Automatic graphics switching” to enable or disable this feature.

If you are experiencing any issues with your graphics driver or want to update it, it is recommended to visit the official Apple website and check for any available software updates. Apple periodically releases macOS updates that may include graphics driver updates to improve performance and compatibility.