Parallels Desktop 16 for Mac is the fastest, easiest, and most powerful solution for running Windows applications on a Mac—without rebooting. Easily switch between Mac and Windows apps. Powerful performance lets you run Windows productivity applications, like Microsoft Office, Project, or Visio, and demanding graphical applications, without compromise.
Offer Parallels Desktop 16 for Mac to customers that are switching from PC to Mac, as well as to those who need Windows, Linux, or older versions of macOS. Parallels Desktop 16 allows your customers to seamlessly run Windows on Mac, and protects their investment in Windows software. It also avoids the need for them to look for alternatives in the Mac App Store.
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Improved and Faster GraphicsParallels Desktop 16 delivers up to 20% faster DirectX graphics1 and improved OpenGL 3 support for both Windows and Linux. Run more applications and games including DIALux evo 9, ProPresenter 6, Samson Connect and run your existing applications faster. |
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Optimized for Big Sur 11Get world's first 3D support for macOS Big Sur VMs – run Mac apps like Maps, Pages, Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premier and many more in macOS VMs.* On macOS Big Sur, Parallels Desktop 16 uses native macOS System Extensions over depreciated Kernal Extensions by default.
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Enhanced IntegrationNew print options from the Windows application are now available including duplex printing and paper sizes ranging from A0 to envelope*.Confidently work on Mac files in Windows by engaging the "safe removal check" to ensure files in shared folders are not accidentally deleted. Work more efficiently with Mac admin password bypass when installing Parallels Desktop updates and utilize intelligent disk detection when operating virtual machines on extra disks. |
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Linux and Mac VMsBe more productive when working with Git repositories in Linux Shared Folders with up to 75% faster "git status" execution. And in one click, use and download the latest Linux distributives, including Ubuntu 20.04, CentOS 8, Fedora 32, and Debian 10. Plus, Linux OpenGL improvements now let you run Steam. Achieve picture-perfect quality and performance using macOS Big Sur in a VM thanks to the first-in-the-world Metal graphics acceleration in a VM**. |
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| Allow your customers peace of mind when switching from PC to Mac by ensuring their PC software investments are protected and they are able to continue to use their Windows applications, settings, peripherals, and printers on Mac. |  |
| When customers leave your store with the ability to run Windows on their Mac, you maintain the ability to sell Windows software to them in the future. | |
| Additional services can be offered, such as PC to Mac migration services to move not only documents and files, but the complete Windows environment. | |
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Easy Set-upParallels Desktop automatically detects what you need to get started so you are up and going within minutes! If you need Windows, you'll be prompted to download and install Windows 10 or use your Boot Camp installation. You may also migrate your Windows PC* or use Linux, like Ubuntu. |
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Lightning FastGraphic and resource-hungry Windows applications run effortlessly without slowing down your Mac. Run the demanding applications such as Microsoft Visual Studio, SQL Server, Microsoft PowerBI or MetaTrader. |
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The Best of Both WorldsEasily access PC apps from your MacBook Pro Touch Bar. Use Windows 10 People Bar on the Mac to easily chat with your buddies from the dock, or play games on the Mac. |
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Seamless IntegrationUse Mac and Windows applications side-by-side, with no rebooting. Launch and access Windows applications right from the Dock. Easily drag & drop and copy & paste between Mac and Windows. If you are new to Mac, you can keep the familiar Windows experience, in full-screen. |
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SeamlessUse Windows side-by-side with macOS (no restarting required) on your MacBook®, MacBook Pro, iMac®, iMac Pro, Mac mini® or Mac Pro®. Share files and folders, copy and paste images and text & drag and drop files between Mac and Windows applications. |
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Easy Set-UpParallels Desktop automatically detects what you need to get started so you are up and going within minutes! If you need Windows, you'll be prompted to Download and Install Windows 10 OR Choose your existing Windows, Linux, Ubuntu, or Boot Camp® installation. |
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Lightning FastGraphic and resource-hungry Windows applications run effortlessly without slowing down your Mac. Run the most demanding applications such as Adobe® Photoshop®, Visual Studio®, SketchUp® or AutoDesk Revit. |
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Choose your ViewMake Windows invisible while still using its applications in Coherence Mode, or if you're new to Mac, you can set Windows to occupy your entire screen, so it looks just like it would if you were using a Windows PC. |
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MinimumTo run most applications such as Microsoft Office, accounting, trading, SAP, Matlab and more |
Best PerformanceFor graphics-intensive applications, high loads and running multiple virtual machines |
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| Processor | Apple M1 chip, Intel Core 2 Duo, Core i3, Core i5, Core i7, Core i9, Intel Core M or Xeon processor | Apple M1 chip, Intel Core i5, Core i7, Core i9 or Xeon processor |
| Memory | 4 GB of RAM | 16 GB of RAM or more |
| Storage | 600 MB for Parallels Desktop application installation. Additional disk space for the guest operating system (at least 16 GB is required for Windows 10) | SSD drive |
| Graphics | Apple M1 chip GPU, Intel, AMD Radeon or NVIDIA | Apple M1 chip GPU, AMD Radeon Pro graphics card |
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| Internet connection is required for product activation, updates and select features. | ||
Once you have completed the registration, we will verify that you are working with one of our Parallels authorized resellers. Upon verification, which can take up to 10 business days (using a company email address will speed this up), you will receive an email containing a download link and an activation key for your personal, not-for-resale version of Parallels Desktop 16 for Mac. The license is issued and registered to the name and address provided. Please note that resold activation keys will be terminated without further notice, and you will be permanently expelled from this program. Your activation key will allow you to upgrade your existing copy of Parallels Desktop, or activate a new copy of Parallels Desktop 16 for Mac. All NFR licenses granted under this program are time-limited.
Parallels will notify you before the license expires and offer you the opportunity to re-qualify for a new license.
