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Nick08650
Feb 06, 2022Copper Contributor
Windows 11 for 7th generation Intel
Hi, I have learned that Microsoft has excluded all Intel processors prior to 8th generation from their current Windows 11 upgrade. While it is a great way to make millions of PC's obsolete, it is a p...
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Feb 07, 2022Hello, Windows10 will be supported until October 2025.
The exclusion of 7th generation Intel processors has been tested in the Insider program and by many independent institutions.
simply - the architecture of the processors and the possibility of failure was decisive.
Best regards
Update on Windows 11 minimum system requirements and the PC Health Check app | Windows Insider Blog
schrodinbug
Apr 18, 2022Copper Contributor
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What the freak does that mean, "the possibility of failure was decisive"?
- luis908Jul 11, 2022Copper Contributorits all b.s to me. its business to them, they want us just to buy more recent machines and make retailers, manufacture happy. they know some 7th gen runs fine and buttery like i5 7500. i think Microsoft should stop with all these requirements and let the users decide if they want to risk it and upgrade.
- GjevoriadmetgmailcomAug 27, 2023Copper Contributor
luis908 hello luis908 I have a same processor i5 7500 7th gen cpu. I have 12 gb of ram and a ssd. Can it run well windows 11? I know the risk about upgrading the pc but I want the pc just for school task like Microsoft word, PowerPoint and Web browsing. Hope u answer me peacefully.
Thank you a lot.
- NewsAngelAug 27, 2023Brass Contributor
Gjevoriadmetgmailcom 7th gen. No, you cannot run Win 11. Using the NORMAL install key, downloaded from the Microsoft website, the install will stop you dead in your tracks. You should also go back and read all our previous threads, as I will not repeat this over and over.
Anyone who wants to try Win 11 on Intel gen 7 or earlier, needs Rufus to alter the ISO so that it will bypass the requirements. However, I no longer recommend that any more.
The new Intel downfall flaw that was published in August 2023 makes it possible for hackers to steal all your information, passwords, bank info and anything on your PC. I recommend you buy some new parts on Amazon.
Start over, get an 12th gen i3-12100, MSI B660m WiFi board, 32GB GSkill 3200 RAM, Samsung 980 pro 500gb SSD. You will be out about $ 500, but it is well worth every penny and you now have a gaming or design rig that will blow your mind.
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H i schrodinbug
Yes, after installing Windows11 - diagnostic data was automatically transmitted in the Insider Program, this allowed to evaluate and exclude incompatible processors (based on confirmed errors!) But also product development, requirements of programmers and partners (more demanding applications)
- luis908Jul 08, 2022Copper Contributor
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well we all get that part. im using windows 11 on i5 7500 7th gen and its a blast. meaning it smooth like butter.
- Zhang_Zhen_Xing2022Jul 09, 2022Copper Contributor嗨,你好!
我刚刚进入此社区,看到了您的回复,现在,网络上有许多方法可以升级至Windows 11,既然Micosoft选择了第七代intel作为分界,那么就有一定的道理,他们也许不希望那些不支持的用户去强制升级至Windows 11,毕竟这是一个全新的系统
- MARockApr 18, 2022Copper Contributor
I bought the extended time warranty, will bring that PC back and ask for an upgrade, every time I open the PC it prompts me to update, and after like 15 minutes tells me it failed schrodinbug