Parallels Desktop 26 Standard - Mac

Parallels Desktop 26 Standard Edition

Expand the capabilities of your Mac with Parallels Desktop 26 Standard Edition. Easily run Windows, Linux, and other operating systems on your Mac and benefit from seamless integration between macOS and Windows. Parallels Desktop 26 makes it easier than ever to use both systems simultaneously and work productively.

With Parallels Desktop 26, you have access to over 200,000 Windows applications—including Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Visual Studio, SAP, and many more. Whether for work, studies, or leisure, Parallels Desktop 26 is the ideal solution for anyone who wants to combine flexibility and performance on their Mac.


Key Features of the Standard Edition

Easy Installation: Windows can be set up with just one click—no technical expertise required.

Optimized for macOS 26 Tahoe and Apple Silicon (M1, M2, M3, M4): Maximum performance and full compatibility with the latest Mac models.

Improved Performance: Dynamic CPU and RAM allocation (up to 4 vCPUs and 8 GB vRAM per virtual machine) ensures smoother operation.

Seamless Integration: Access Mac files, camera, microphone, Touch ID, printers, and other devices directly from within Windows.

3D Acceleration: Support for DirectX 11 and 12, as well as OpenGL, for graphics-intensive applications and games.

Multitasking Without Performance Issues: Run multiple virtual machines simultaneously.

Parallels Toolbox Included: Over 40 useful tools for productivity, security, and file management.


What's New in Version 26

macOS 26 Tahoe Support: Full compatibility as a host or guest operating system.

Optimized for Apple M3 and M4 Chips: Up to 30% faster virtual machine startup and load times.

Intelligent Resource Management: Windows automatically pauses when no applications are open, saving energy and system performance.

Improved memory and graphics management: Windows now recognizes the actual Mac storage space and utilizes GPU resources more efficiently.

Enhanced maintenance and security features: Improved Coherence mode, automatic system maintenance, and new snapshot options.


System requirements:

Operating system (host)

macOS 26 Tahoe or later
macOS Sonoma 14.5 or later
macOS Ventura 13.2 or later
macOS Monterey 12.6 or later
Processor: Apple Silicon (M1, M2, M3, M4) or Intel Core i5/i7/i9/Xeon
Memory: Minimum 4 GB RAM (8 GB recommended)
Disk space: 600 MB for installation, at least 16 GB additional for the guest operating system (e.g., Windows 11)
Graphics: Apple Silicon GPU or Intel/AMD Radeon/NVIDIA graphics card