how can i make my Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-4200M CPU @ 2.50GHz 2.49 GHz work for windows 11

Question

trying to upgrade from Windows 10 pro to windows 11 but says everything passes except my Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-4200M CPU @ 2.50GHz 2.49 GHz. Can i get around having to replace my laptop? I cant afford a new one and desperately need it! Please help

Answer 1

there is no supported way. there are hacks to install, but you may have an unstable system after upgrade and it will not be supported. also, any updates may brick the system.

if you can not afford a new laptop, the best advice is to stick with windows 10.

Answer 2

Hello,

Thank you for posting in Microsoft Q&A.

Based on the description, I understand your question is related to Win 11.

Unfortunately, the Intel Core i5-4200M CPU is not on the list of supported processors for Windows 11:

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

The processors listed represent the processor models which meet the minimum floor for the supported processor generations and up through the latest processors at the time of publication. These processors meet the design principles around security, reliability, and the minimum system requirements for Windows 11. Subsequently released and future generations of processors which meet the same principles will be considered as supported, even if not explicitly listed. It is expected that the processor list will not reflect the most current offerings from processor manufacturers between updates. Updates to the processor lists will occur at each subsequent general availability of Windows.

Have a nice day.

Best Regards,

Molly

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