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AutoOptimusID
Copper Contributor
Sep 25, 2025

Windows 11 25h2 on unsupported cpu

My laptop uses an AMD Ryzen 5 2500U processor and can install Windows 11 24H2 via the Media Creation Tool, but it can't update/upgrade via Windows Update or setup.exe.

If Windows 11 25H2 is officially released.

Will I get the update via Windows Update or will I have to reinstall Windows 11 25H2 via the Media Creation Tool?

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    Luccask
    Iron Contributor
    Dec 01, 2025

    Microsoft typically evaluates hardware compatibility for major updates. If your laptop's AMD Ryzen 5 2500U and related hardware are compatible with 25H2, there's a good chance you'll receive the update through Windows Update, especially if your device is already eligible for 24H2.

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