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LukaBaylor
Bronze Contributor
Feb 21, 2025
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Can a 10 year old pc run Windows 11 ?

I recently wanted to tinker with my old computer at home, a 2014 PC that originally ran Windows 7 and later upgraded to Windows 10. But now it's a bit stuck, so I want to see if I can install Windows...
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  • Michael77's avatar
    Michael77
    Aug 27, 2025

    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

     

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DelawareShore
Iron Contributor
Feb 21, 2025

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.