Checking Your Computer's Compatibility with Windows 11
Here is a list of the essential criteria your computer must meet to run Windows 11.
- Processor: A minimum of 1 gigahertz (GHz) with 2 cores on a compatible 64-bit processor or a System on a Chip (SoC) (e.g., Intel Core i3, i5, i7 from the eighth generation and newer).
- RAM: At least 4 gigabytes (GB).
- Storage: A minimum of 64 GB storage space is required.
- System firmware: Must support UEFI with Secure Boot capability.
- TPM: Must have Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0.
- Graphics card: Should support DirectX 12 or later, with WDDM 2.0 driver.
- Display: Needs to be a high-definition (720p) display that is at least 9 inches diagonally, with 8 bits per color channel.
- Internet connection and Microsoft account: An internet connection and a Microsoft account are necessary during the initial setup for personal use of Windows 11 Pro and Home editions.
If your computer does not satisfy these specifications, installing Windows 11 might not be possible. Nonetheless, here are some resources to assist you in checking your system’s compatibility:
- PC Health Check: Utilize this Microsoft tool to determine if your PC is suitable for Windows 11. Download it at no cost here and perform the compatibility test.
- WhyNotWin11: This tool can be freely downloaded here. It will assess and indicate whether your PC meets the requirements for Windows 11.
Note: The WhyNotWin11 tool displays a checklist of features needed for Windows 11. Green indicates the requirements are met, red signifies they are not, and amber shows that the requirements might be met in the future but are not currently met.
Note: For further information on your PC’s compatibility with Windows 11, directly contact your device's manufacturer.