Windows 11 Compatibility

Question

Hello all,

I have a Dell Precision 7720 with the i7-7920HQ processor. It does Have vPro features, TPM 2.0, and all the other basic system requirements, but it will not pass on the compatibility checks. I just upgraded the motherboard to the i7-7920HQ from the i7-7700HQ processor to be able to meet or exceed the requirements. On the processor compatibility list, the i7-7820HQ is supported. And on the system compatibility list the Dell Precision 5520 is supported. That is just the same line in a smaller chassis, 14-15" versus my 17.3".

I should be more than okay for installation. How do I proceed?

David

Answer 1

See this list for Windows 11 supported Intel CPU:

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

The i7-7920HQ was not seen on the list.

Most computers can install Windows 11 in either the supported or unsupported modes.

https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/08/27/update-on-windows-11-minimum-system-requirements-and-the-pc-health-check-app/
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/ways-to-install-windows-11-e0edbbfb-cfc5-4011-868b-2ce77ac7c70e
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/installing-windows-11-on-devices-that-don-t-meet-minimum-system-requirements-0b2dc4a2-5933-4ad4-9c09-ef0a331518f1

https://www.elevenforum.com/t/upgrade-to-windows-11.152/
https://www.elevenforum.com/t/upgrade-to-windows-11-from-windows-10-with-windows-11-installation-assistant.1618/

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Answer 2

Microsoft changes requirements for Windows 11 and this new requirement several processors are not supported.
Microsoft shared the following blog explaining the reason:
https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/06/28/update-on-windows-11-minimum-system-requirements/
However, you may open start and search for feedback and open the Feedback Hub app and file a suggestion asking your device to be supported.