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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
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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
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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:
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]
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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
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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]
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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
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