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ClaudeDr
Nov 09, 2021Brass Contributor
AMD Ryzen 5 2500U and Windows 11 compatibility
I read the list of compatible cpu for Windows 11 and I noted that AMD Ryzen 5 2500U is not in the list. This is a fairly recent CPU as it was released Oct 26th, 2017 and my computer was bought new i...
DJM1967
Nov 06, 2025Copper Contributor
In my experience you can generally install Windows 11 Pro on any 6th gen or newer intel pc as long as it has TPM 2.0 and secure boot enabled, no messing about necessary, same for the Ryzen 2500U, just installed 25H2 on a Dell Inspiron 3585 for instance. These machines have plenty of life left in them and its a real shame if these powerful machines are binned. Thanks