To determine if your laptop can accept Windows 11, you should check the following requirements:
- Operating System: Your PC should be running Windows 10 version 2004 or later.
- Processor (CPU): 1 GHz or faster, with 2 or more cores, and on the list of supported 64-bit CPUs (most Intel 8th Gen/AMD Ryzen 2000 series or newer processors are supported).
- Memory (RAM): At least 4 GB.
- Storage: A storage device of 64 GB or larger, with additional free space recommended (around 20 GB or more).
- System Firmware: UEFI firmware with Secure Boot capability.
- TPM: Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0 must be enabled.
- Graphics & Display: A graphics card compatible with DirectX 12 or later and a display larger than 9" with at least 720p resolution.
- Internet and Accounts: For Windows 11 Home edition, internet connectivity and a Microsoft account are required during the initial setup.
To verify compatibility, you can use the PC Health Check tool from Microsoft:
- Download and install the PC Health Check tool.
- Run the tool and check under the Windows 11 section to see if your PC meets the requirements.
- Address any issues listed by the tool, such as enabling TPM or Secure Boot in your BIOS if necessary.