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About recommend hardware for the next version of windows in the future
I am a loyal Microsoft Windows user. Now, I have a small problem: I want to upgrade my computer to Windows 11 but my hardware does not meet the requirements; I need to upgrade the hardware for it. I am also a loyal AMD Threadripper Pro user. I see the minimum requirement is Ryzen Threadripper Pro 5945WX. I want to ask when Windows 12 is released, will it still be supported? And Win 13, Win 14 in the future. I do not have the conditions to change the hardware every time there is a new version of Windows. If it is not supported, I may have to learn to switch to another operating system.
P/s: Don't ask me why it have to be Ryzen Threadripper Pro or Recommend another one, Just say I want to use Ryzen threadripper pro to experience playing Pikachu in 1080p mode more smoothly.
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Future Windows versions (like Windows 12, 13, 14, etc.) will likely continue to support high-end AMD Threadripper Pro CPUs, especially since these processors are designed for professional workloads and high-performance tasks.
Microsoft typically announces support lifecycle policies for major Windows versions. Windows 11 was designed with a focus on modern hardware and security features, and future Windows versions (like Windows 12 and beyond) will likely continue to prioritize hardware that can support new security, performance, and user experience features.
Microsoft set specific hardware requirements for Windows 11, including a compatible 64-bit processor, TPM 2.0, Secure Boot, and certain CPU generations. These are mainly aimed at ensuring security and performance.
Microsoft generally provides support for their current and recent Windows versions for a significant period, but hardware requirements tend to evolve with new releases.
