MacBook Upgrade – SSD, RAM & NAND-Upgrade
Individual Combination: Hardware Upgrade & macOS Sequoia
We offer an individual combination of hardware upgrade, macOS Sequoia installation via OpenCore and data migration. Whether this upgrade is worthwhile for your device is determined in advance with a free device inspection. Afterwards, you receive a tailored offer – you decide whether you want to have the job carried out.
Is a MacBook Upgrade Still Possible?
Technical improvements for MacBooks are only possible to a limited extent. Newer models from 2016 onwards can hardly be upgraded anymore. Nevertheless, for many MacBooks – especially those up to the end of 2015 – a significant performance increase through SSD upgrades or RAM expansion is still possible.
What is Still Possible with Newer MacBooks?
Current models such as the MacBook Air M1/M2 or newer MacBook Pro variants have permanently soldered components. Here we can only offer the following services:
- Battery replacement
- System reinstallation for increased speed
- Professional cleaning and thermal optimization
In rare cases with defective SSDs (e.g., total failure or defective NAND), we also offer NAND repairs with upgrade to larger capacities – such as 2TB for MacBook Air M2 and comparable models.
MacBook SSD & RAM Upgrade (up to 2015)
Our most common upgrades:
- SSD installation for MacBook Pro & Air (up to 2015)
- RAM expansion for models with replaceable memory (up to early 2012)
- Data migration and system update included
Most upgrades are priced between 180 € and 320 €.
Technical Background – Why SSD Before RAM?
The main bottleneck in older MacBooks is usually not the RAM, but the classic hard drive (HDD). A modern SSD provides:
- significantly faster startup times
- faster loading of programs
- overall smoother operation
Installing an SSD is possible with almost all models up to 2015 and is the most important step when upgrading a MacBook.
Upgrade Table by Year
| Model | Year | SSD Upgrades | RAM Upgrades |
|---|---|---|---|
| MacBook | 2006–2011 | ✓ SATA-SSD | ✓ RAM up to 16GB |
| MacBook | 2012–2015 | ✓ PCIe-SSD | ✗ not expandable |
| MacBook | from 2016 | ✗ only NAND repair possible | ✗ permanently soldered |
| iMac | 2007–2019 | ✓ SATA or PCIe-SSD | ✓ RAM expandable (model-dependent up to 64GB) |
| iMac | from 2020 (M1/M3) | ✗ not possible | ✗ permanently soldered |
| Mac mini | 2009–2012 | ✓ SATA-SSD | ✓ RAM up to 16GB |
| Mac mini | 2014 | ✓ SATA-SSD | ✗ not expandable |
| Mac mini | 2018 | ✗ permanently soldered SSD | ✓ RAM socketed |
| Mac mini | from 2020 (M1/M2) | ✗ not possible | ✗ permanently soldered |
Additional Optimization Options
- macOS update
- Disable startup programs
- System and disk cleanup
- Use Safari instead of Chrome/Firefox
- Remove outdated software & Flash plugins
Who Benefits from a MacBook Upgrade?
Anyone who does not want to replace their MacBook but still wants to make it noticeably faster is better advised to upgrade rather than buy new. Older devices in particular benefit enormously from modern hardware.
Conclusion
A MacBook upgrade is still worthwhile – even if the possibilities are limited with newer models. Our technicians have been upgrading from PowerMac to Mac Pro for years. For all MacBook Pro & Air up to 2015, we offer powerful SSDs, RAM upgrades and even NAND repairs. Always included: macOS update and data transfer.