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Windows 11 24h2 cpu support for windows 10 to windows 11 upgrade
Hello everyone, Not sure if my Windows 10 PC could meet the minimum requirements for Windows 11 (doubt about the CPU), and I want to install Windows 11 version 24H2. With Microsoft's strict CPU requ...
You're right to be concerned. Windows 11 24H2 CPU support has significantly stricter requirements than previous versions, and many Windows 10 PCs that could run earlier Windows 11 versions now face blocks.
What Changes in 24H2 vs 23H2?
Technical Changes Blocking Older CPUs:
- New Driver Model: Requires CPU features for WDDM 3.2
- Security Stack: Requires hardware-backed stack protection
- AI Components: Even if disabled, they check for capability
- Memory Management: New allocator needs POPCNT
Microsoft's Gradual Enforcement:
- 2021: Official requirements announced
- 2022: TPM/Secure Boot enforced
- 2023: RAM/Storage checks tightened
- 2024: CPU instruction sets enforced (24H2)
Your Options if Windows 11 24H2 CPU support is Incompatible
Option A: Stay on Windows 10 (Recommended)
- Security updates until October 14, 2025
- Better performance on older hardware
- Use ExplorerPatcher for Windows 11 UI
Option B: Windows 11 23H2 (Last compatible version)
- Works on more CPUs than 24H2
- Updates until November 11, 2025
- Use Rufus to bypass requirements