Graphics Card & MacOS 14

[LittlePaganWoman1986]

I have not changed my graphics card since I bought it in 2020. I have also updated mty Mac to the new MacOS and it was going smoothly. Tonight, when I was using it the screen would show glitches when I used the trackpad. I think it is the graphics card or the connectors somewhere inside, maybe the one dealing with the trackpad and/or the graphics card. I will need to have my macbook checked next week at the Genuis Bar. I am wondering if you had to have your graphics card replaced when you update the OS every two or more years? I don't have the money right now for a new replacement for my laptop.

I have already checked my serial number and it is compatible with the new Sonoma OS.


But here is the link to my video I made to show the glitch the best way I can.

My Macbook Pro 16inch 2019 has bee recently glitching while I switch apps. It happens more when I have YouTube open and running and using Final Cut Pro X. Is it a graphics card issue? Or is there another connective issue within the hardware? I wish I could post a video on here but it has to be a clickable link. My macbook is compatible with the new Sonoma OS. I have checked. I have not changed my graphics card in the 3 years I have had my macbook and I didn't think I had to. Let me know if you see the glitches too.

 

[arw]

It always helps to post as much information as possible.
The bare minimum is the exact Mac model and version of macOS:

Find your Mac model name and serial number - Apple Support

Use any of these ways to find the model name and serial number of your Mac.

support.apple.com

If you take a screenshot, make sure to mask your serial number.

Of course a hardware defect is always possible but three things I can say for sure:
1. MacBooks have never been intended to have their graphics card upgraded. Actually, since several years, all internal components are soldered to the motherboard and non-replaceable (besides the battery).
2. If you can install the recent version of macOS or an update, it is guaranteed to fully support your built-in hardware.
3. From the time the MacBook was first released, you can expect Apple to allow updating to the latest macOS for significantly longer than two years (more in the 5-7 year area).

The first thing to try is a SMC and PRAM reset:

Reset the SMC of your Mac - Apple Support

The SMC is responsible for managing power on your Mac. Resetting it can resolve certain uncommon issues related to power or thermal management.

support.apple.com

Reset NVRAM on your Mac - Apple Support

If one or more settings stored in NVRAM don't work as expected on an Intel-based Mac, resetting NVRAM might help.

support.apple.com

 

[LittlePaganWoman1986]

It always helps to post as much information as possible.
The bare minimum is the exact Mac model and version of macOS:

Find your Mac model name and serial number - Apple Support

Use any of these ways to find the model name and serial number of your Mac.

support.apple.com

If you take a screenshot, make sure to mask your serial number.

Of course a hardware defect is always possible but three things I can say for sure:
1. MacBooks have never been intended to have their graphics card upgraded. Actually, since several years, all internal components are soldered to the motherboard and non-replaceable (besides the battery).
2. If you can install the recent version of macOS or an update, it is guaranteed to fully support your built-in hardware.
3. From the time the MacBook was first released, you can expect Apple to allow updating to the latest macOS for significantly longer than two years (more in the 5-7 year area).

The first thing to try is a SMC and PRAM reset:

Reset the SMC of your Mac - Apple Support

The SMC is responsible for managing power on your Mac. Resetting it can resolve certain uncommon issues related to power or thermal management.

support.apple.com

Reset NVRAM on your Mac - Apple Support

If one or more settings stored in NVRAM don't work as expected on an Intel-based Mac, resetting NVRAM might help.

support.apple.com

Here is a link where you can see the glitch taking place.