windows 11 compatible processors

Question

Im running a intel i7 6700 skylake 4.00ghz processor and it says its not compatible with windows 11 when clearly its on your list of compatible processors,why wont it work

Answer 1

@Kapil, there is a serious question that has not been addressed. What is it about i7-6700HQ processors that make them incompatible with Windows 11? Everybody can see the list you refer to, but spec wise most of these older processors out spec most of the gen 8, 9 processors that are on the compatible list.

I am currently running Win 11 22523 on an i7-6700HQ with only limited issues requiring driver updates problems with Logitech dongle and Killer wireless wifi. The only negative performance difference seems to be increased power demand on battery.

Answer 2

Im running a intel i7 6700 skylake 4.00ghz processor and it says its not compatible with windows 11 when clearly its on your list of compatible processors,why wont it work

Hello,

Unfortunately, i7-6700 processor is not compatible for Windows 11, according to Microsoft.

Please check with official Windows 11 list of supported processors: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-hardware/design/minimum/supported/windows-11-supported-intel-processors

You can drop a feedback to Microsoft about this, using Feedback hub app.

Regards.

Answer 3

Im running a intel i7 6700 skylake 4.00ghz processor and it says its not compatible with windows 11 when clearly its on your list of compatible processors,why wont it work

Microsoft has never given any credible reasons, for why 6th generation Intel Core processors should be excluded. Just vague and debunkable generalities. But just know that your PC should be able to run Windows 11 perfectly well, as mine has been doing (same CPU).

Still, if you want to have fun with Windows 11, use the ISO file available from Microsoft, and install the OS manually. There should be options to retain your files, or not to (clean install), and the process should take about one hour.

Answer 4

It's a Microsoft GUI confusion.

1. if you passed the PC Health Check, you are sent to the Windows 11 CPU list.
2. if you failed the PC Health Check, you are sent to the Windows 10 CPU list.

But nobody reads the title of the web page, which clearly stated that the web page is Windows 10 CPU list.

Answer 5

Hello speedydreamer,

Good day! I'm John and I'll be happy to assist you today. I know this has been difficult for you, Rest assured, I'm going to do my best to help you.

The minimum system requirements for Windows 11 is at least 8th Gen processors (except for very few 7th Gen processors). This is to meet Microsoft principles about security and reliability.

https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/...

I'm sorry, i7-6700 is not on the list of Windows 11 supported Intel processors.

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-hardwa...

There has been no new announcement from Microsoft yet if they plan to add more processors to the list. I recommend reaching out to your Original Equipment Manufacturer as they will be able to provide you with information regarding any options you may have for upgrading your device's current processor.

You may need to consider using Windows 10 as it continues to be a great version of Windows. Microsoft is committed to supporting Windows 10 through October 14, 2025.

Kindly let me know if this helps or if you have any further concerns.

Kind regards,

John DeV

Independent Advisor