Why does Windows 11 not support the Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-6500U CPU @ 2.50GHz 2.59 GHz processor

Michael Roether 10 Reputation points
2025-02-23T23:48:17.5+00:00

I have a laptop running Windows 10 that meets all requirements except for the processor, mine has this processor "Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-6500U CPU @ 2.50GHz 2.59 GHz", what is it about this process that does not meet the requirements for Windows 11? Can I install on this laptop anyway?

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  1. Anonymous
    2025-02-24T09:28:00.8+00:00

    Hello,

    The Intel Core i7-6500U processor is not on the list of supported processors for Windows 11. Windows 11 requires processors that meet specific security, reliability, and performance standards, which the i7-6500U does not fully satisfy.

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

    Best Regards,

    Hania Lian

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