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Simmi
Copper Contributor
Dec 23, 2025

Ryzen 3 HP - Windows 11 Upgrade

Hi Folks! I want to upgrade the Windows version of my AMD Ryzen 3 laptop. Previously, I was using Windows 11, version 21H2 but past few weeks, it has started giving me a hard time, no automatic Windows Upgrade anymore. I researched this and found that my Laptop's hardware (CPU) does not meet the requirements needed for Windows 11. I was advised to install Windows 10, but I want Windows 11 with the upgraded version 22H2, at least, if possible. 

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  • KennedyScott's avatar
    KennedyScott
    Iron Contributor
    Dec 25, 2025

    Windows 11 has minimum requirements, including TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot, which some older or entry-level systems like Ryzen 3 laptops may not support or have enabled.

  • Kaydenyo's avatar
    Kaydenyo
    Iron Contributor
    Dec 24, 2025

    Microsoft's official requirements for Windows 11 are strict, especially regarding TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot. If your hardware doesn't meet these, the upgrade may be blocked.