Can a 10 year old pc run Windows 11 ?

I have already tested windows 11 on my i3 4th generation Dell laptop and it worked but with few limitations. The laptop did not run smoothly and performance was sluggish. 

Yeah, I forced Win11 onto my own ancient PC just like yours! It technically runs, but for a much smoother time, I'd recommend using a tool like WinBootsMate to bypass the TPM check and avoid the headaches I had.

Check this tutorial: (worked great!)

https://www.wintechhow.com/bypass-windows-11-requirements

Officially, no, your PC doesn't meet the requirements (mainly TPM 2.0 and a supported CPU). However, you can bypass those checks and install it anyway, and it will probably run surprisingly well on your SSD.

Just be aware that you might not get future security updates from Microsoft, so sticking with Windows 10 (which is supported until 2025) is the safer and recommended choice for stability.

I wanted to install Windows 11 on an old PC, but the TPM and CPU limits prevented me from doing so. Upgrading didn't work, and the official ISO refused. Later, I found that I could use the command line to modify the Windows PE installation image, perfectly bypassing the hardware detection, and finally let this old PC run Windows 11 successfully!

Complete operation (pure command line!)

1. Prepare a USB drive for Windows 11 installation
Insert a USB drive (at least 8GB), and then open the command prompt (administrator privileges):

diskpart

Format the USB drive (note: this will clear all data!):

list disk
select disk X (X = USB drive number, don't make the wrong choice!)

clean
create partition primary
format fs=ntfs quick
assign letter=E
exit

Mount Windows 11 ISO (double-click the ISO file, assuming the mount drive is D:).
Copy Windows 11 installation files to a USB drive:

xcopy D:\*.* E:\ /s /e /h

2. Modify Windows PE to bypass TPM & CPU restrictions
Delete TPM detection files (this is the most important!):

del E:\sources\appraiserres.dll

This DLL is used by the Windows 11 installer to detect TPM and CPU. If you delete it, it will not be checked.

(Optional) Modify the registry to bypass detection:

reg add HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\Setup\LabConfig /v BypassTPMCheck /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f
reg add HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\Setup\LabConfig /v BypassSecureBootCheck /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f
reg add HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\Setup\LabConfig /v BypassCPUCheck /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f

These commands will automatically skip TPM, CPU and secure boot detection when installing Windows 11.

3. Start the USB drive and install Windows 11
Restart the computer and enter the BIOS (usually F2 or Del key).
Select the USB drive to start and enter the Windows 11 installation interface.
Install normally and you will no longer encounter the prompt "Your PC does not meet the Windows 11 requirements".

Yep, a 10-year-old PC like yours can totally run Windows 11 if you bypass the TPM and CPU checks—I did it on a similar setup. Just use WinBootsMate, it makes the whole process super easy and smooth.

Went through the guide—confirmed, it works.

https://www.pctipdaily.com/bypass-windows-11-system-requirements

Windows 11 has a couple of system requirements that old PC lacks such as TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot. Fortunately, there are several very effective way to install Windows 11 on old PC and laptops. By running Windows 11 on old PC, you can benefit from:

1. Enhanced User Interface and Design

• Modern Look: Windows 11 introduces a sleek, centered Start Menu and Taskbar, rounded corners, and a more cohesive design language.
• Improved Touch Support: Better touch, pen, and voice input experiences for 2-in-1 devices and tablets.
• Snap Layouts and Groups: Easily organize and multitask with snap layouts, which allow you to arrange windows in predefined configurations.

2. Improved Performance

• Faster Updates: Windows 11 updates are smaller and install more quickly in the background.
• Better Resource Management: Optimized for modern hardware, resulting in faster boot times and improved battery life on laptops.
• DirectStorage: For gaming PCs, this feature allows faster loading times and better performance in games that support it.

3. Enhanced Security

• TPM 2.0 Requirement: Windows 11 mandates TPM 2.0 (Trusted Platform Module) for better hardware-based security.
• Secure Boot: Ensures that only trusted software runs during the boot process.
• Windows Hello: Improved biometric authentication (fingerprint, facial recognition) for secure logins.
• Microsoft Defender: Enhanced antivirus and anti-malware protection integrated into the OS.

If your PC doesn't meet these requirements, you can apply the registry hacks to install and run Windows 11 from old PC without any issue!

If you want to install Windows 11 on an old PC and are willing to reinstall, Rufus can create an installation USB drive that skips TPM and CPU detection, which is suitable for installation from scratch.

1. Download Windows 11 ISO (official channel).
2. Download Rufus and insert a USB drive with more than 8GB.
3. Select ISO, click "Extend Windows 11 Installation", and check "Remove TPM, Secure Boot, RAM Detection".
   Click Start and wait for Rufus to create the USB drive.
4. Enter BIOS, turn off Secure Boot, set the USB drive as the boot drive, and then use this USB drive to install Windows 11.

✅ Advantages: clean installation, smoother system operation, not limited by TPM.
❌ Disadvantages: data needs to be backed up, and all files will be cleared.

Running Windows 11 on old PC, especially one that lacks the required TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot, is a tricky situation. However, there are ways to bypass these requirements and install Windows 11, although it technically goes against Microsoft's system requirements.

Minimum Requirements for Windows 11:

• Processor: Compatible 64-bit processor with at least 1 GHz and 2 or more cores.
• RAM: 4 GB or more.
• Storage: 64 GB or larger storage device.
• TPM: Version 2.0.
• UEFI Firmware: Secure Boot capable.
• Graphics Card: Compatible DirectX 12 or later.

Actual Experience:
While many users have had success installing Windows 11 on unsupported hardware using these methods, keep the following in mind:

• Stability: There were reports of stability issues, especially with drivers and system updates, since these systems were not tested by Microsoft for Windows 11.
• Updates: Microsoft may restrict updates, especially major updates (feature updates), which could affect security and performance.
• Performance: Many users have noted a satisfactory performance experience, but this can vary based on specific configurations and applications used.

Installing Windows 11 on a very old PC that doesn't meet the official system requirements can be challenging, but there are ways to bypass these restrictions and let you run Windows 11 from old PC.. Below are two methods to install Windows 11 on unsupported hardware.

Method 1: Modify the Windows 11 ISO File

This method involves editing the Windows 11 ISO file to remove the checks for system requirements.

1. Download the Windows 11 ISO: Get the official Windows 11 ISO from the Microsoft website.
2. Modify the ISO: Use a tool to create a bootable USB drive. In Windows 11 Media Creation Tool, select the Windows 11 ISO and enable the option to bypass TPM, Secure Boot, and RAM checks. It will automatically modify the ISO to skip these requirements.
3. Install Windows 11: Boot from the USB drive and proceed with the installation as usual. The modified ISO will not enforce the system requirements.

Method 2: Edit the Registry During Installation

This method involves modifying the Windows Registry during the installation process to bypass the system requirement checks.

1. Use the official Windows 11 ISO and a tool like Rufus or Media Creation Tool to create a bootable USB drive.
2. Boot from the USB drive and begin the Windows 11 installation process.
3. When you reach the screen that says "This PC can't run Windows 11," press Shift + F10 to open the Command Prompt.

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\Setup\MoSetup

Close the Registry Editor and Command Prompt, then proceed with the installation. The system requirement checks will be bypassed.

These are two easy ways to install Windows 11 on very old PC even it does not meet Windows 11 system requirements.