topic Re: Intel Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-5820 CPU @ 3.30GHz for Windows 11 in Mobile and Desktop Processors

Intel Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-5820 CPU @ 3.30GHz for Windows 11

FynDara — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 19:06:08 GMT

Hello,

I have this processor in my PC: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-5820 CPU @ 3.30GHz

When I run Microsoft's application to see if my PC can be upgraded to Windows 11 the following message appears in the results:

When I look up the minimum CPU requirements for Windows 11

Processors/CPUs (Central Processing Units): 1 Ghz or faster with 2 or more cores and appearing on our list of approved CPUs. The processor in your PC will be a main determining factor for running Windows 11. The clock speed (the 1 Ghz or faster requirement) and number of cores (2 or more) are inherent to the processor design as it was manufactured and are not considered upgradable components.

My CPU is 3 times faster than the minimum requirement and it has 6 cores.

Why doesn't (and will it ever) my processor appear in the list of approved CPUs for Windows 11?

Thank you,

~ Basticar

Re: Intel Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-5820 CPU @ 3.30GHz for Windows 11

AlHill — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 19:18:34 GMT

Microsoft has decided to support only 8th gen processors and above, with a few 7th gen processors allowed (for their laptops).

You have not looked at the list of supported processors:

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-hardware/design/minimum/supported/windows-11-supported-intel-processors

And, while you think your processor qualifies, there are other requirements, like PTT/TPM and Virtualization-Based Security (VBS).

Now, you can still run Windows 11, but at your own risk. Personally, I see nothing needed in Windows 11. And, Windows 10 is supported until 2025. But, if you insist, have at it.

https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-back-off-requirements-windows-11

Do not complain if you have problems, or Microsoft decides to pull the rug out from under you.

Doc (not an Intel employee or contractor)
[Maybe Windows 12 will be better]

Re: Intel Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-5820 CPU @ 3.30GHz for Windows 11

FynDara — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 19:31:05 GMT

Hello AlHill,

Thank you for your response. I did look at the list of processors and mine is not in it, so I'm missing why I should look there. Apparently, in any case, I cannot upgrade to Windows 11 on my PC. I am sad, because I selected all 'top of the line' components and paid quite a lot to purchase my Alienware Area 51 PC. I won't be buying another anytime soon. Not pleased that it already cannot meet minimum requirements for the next Windows upgrade.

~ FynDara

Re: Intel Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-5820 CPU @ 3.30GHz for Windows 11

AlHill — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 19:40:04 GMT

You should complain to Microsoft. It is their list and they decided what to support.

Doc (not an Intel employee or contractor)
[Maybe Windows 12 will be better]

Re: Intel Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-5820 CPU @ 3.30GHz for Windows 11

n_scott_pearson — Thu, 31 Mar 2022 00:17:18 GMT

Your system is 7 generations into the past. 7 Generations = 7 Years. Anyone expecting full support for this long is only fooling themselves; you simply aren't going to get it. Your warranty is long over (it was likely 3 years or perhaps less).

Just saying,

...S

Re: Intel Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-5820 CPU @ 3.30GHz for Windows 11

DEH1964 — Fri, 22 Aug 2025 16:48:35 GMT

Ik heb precies hetzelfde probleem!

Re: Intel Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-5820 CPU @ 3.30GHz for Windows 11

AlHill — Fri, 22 Aug 2025 17:33:10 GMT

@DEH1964 You can still run W11. Read this post:

https://community.intel.com/t5/Mobile-and-Desktop-Processors/Processors-TPM-and-Windows-11-24H2/m-p/1647361#M79106

Doc (not an Intel employee or contractor)
[AI is the same as snake-oil]

Re: Intel Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-5820 CPU @ 3.30GHz for Windows 11

Trong — Sun, 31 May 2026 13:47:36 GMT

It needs a 8th Gen+ gen

Re: Intel Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-5820 CPU @ 3.30GHz for Windows 11

AlHill — Sun, 31 May 2026 21:26:15 GMT

@Trong Not really, if you read my post.

Also, this thread is four years old.

Doc (not an Intel employee or contractor)
[CoPilot is a virus, W11 is a keystroke logger, all from MicroSlop]