For all Windows 11 editions, internet access is required to perform updates and to download and take advantage of some features. Switching a device out of Windows 11 Home in S mode also requires internet connectivity. Windows 11 Pro for personal use and Windows 11 Home require internet connectivity and a Microsoft account during initial device setup.

Internet connection and Microsoft account High definition (720p) display that is greater than 9” diagonally, 8 bits per color channel. Check here for instructions on how your PC might be enabled to meet this requirement.Ĭompatible with DirectX 12 or later with WDDM 2.0 driver. Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0. Check here for information on how your PC might be able to meet this requirement. Free updates are available through Windows Update in Settings>Update and Security.ġ gigahertz (GHz) or faster with 2 or more cores on a compatible 64-bit processor or System on a Chip (SoC).Ħ4 GB or larger storage device Note: See below under “More information on storage space to keep Windows 11 up-to-date” for more details. Your device must be running Windows 10, version 2004 or later, to upgrade. Note that this app does not check for graphics card or display, as most compatible devices will meet those requirements listed below.

If you are unsure whether your PC meets these requirements, you can check with your PC Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or, if your device is already running Windows 10, you can use the PC Health Check app to assess compatibility. If your device does not meet these requirements, you may not be able to install Windows 11 on your device and might want to consider purchasing a new PC.

These are the minimum system requirements for installing Windows 11 on a PC.

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