What are the current Windows 11 system requirements? A device needs at least a 1 gigahertz (GHz) processor with two or more cores. It also needs at least 4 gigabytes (GB) of random access memory (RAM). For storage, the device needs 64 GB or larger. The device also must have secure boot enabled in the BIOS, Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0, and graphics that support DirectX 12 or later.
Most older devices do not meet these needs. Many have slower processors, less RAM and storage, no TPM 2.0, and DirectX 11 graphics. When Windows 11 launched, many people with older hardware could not install the new operating system (OS).
Microsoft wanted stronger security in Windows 11. More powerful hardware helps run security features like hypervisor-protected code integrity (HVCI). However, blocking devices made many users upset.
In late 2022, Microsoft made Windows 11 available to more hardware through the Windows Insider program. More older processors, some without TPM 2.0, could now test the OS. Microsoft hinted that broader support could come in a future update.
However, most experts doubt hardware needs will change in 24H2 in 2024. The first feature update usually focuses on minor additions. Making big changes risks problems people rely on Windows 11 for work and personal tasks.
It seems more likely that Microsoft will wait for 23H2 in late 2023. By then, more people will have bought devices meeting today’s specs. And two years gives time to test wider hardware support. Key security features like HVCI need to keep working properly. Rushing could break the core functions that many businesses and schools need. Anyway, Microsoft has seen a new look for folders and files in File Explorer in the H2 update.
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So in the 24H2 update, buyers of PCs and laptops will likely still see “Windows 11 Compatible” for new devices. Support for more hardware may come, but major requirement changes seem doubtful. Older gear will probably remain locked out of installing or upgrading to Windows 11.
Most experts recommend not to expect a revolution in 24H2. The safest bet is that Microsoft sticks to the current system requirements until at least September 2023. Major access changes will likely wait for the 24H2 release. What new changes do we see from this? So please give your opinion as to what new system requirements can be there in 24H2.
Most older devices do not meet these needs. Many have slower processors, less RAM and storage, no TPM 2.0, and DirectX 11 graphics. When Windows 11 launched, many people with older hardware could not install the new operating system (OS).
Microsoft wanted stronger security in Windows 11. More powerful hardware helps run security features like hypervisor-protected code integrity (HVCI). However, blocking devices made many users upset.
In late 2022, Microsoft made Windows 11 available to more hardware through the Windows Insider program. More older processors, some without TPM 2.0, could now test the OS. Microsoft hinted that broader support could come in a future update.
However, most experts doubt hardware needs will change in 24H2 in 2024. The first feature update usually focuses on minor additions. Making big changes risks problems people rely on Windows 11 for work and personal tasks.
It seems more likely that Microsoft will wait for 23H2 in late 2023. By then, more people will have bought devices meeting today’s specs. And two years gives time to test wider hardware support. Key security features like HVCI need to keep working properly. Rushing could break the core functions that many businesses and schools need. Anyway, Microsoft has seen a new look for folders and files in File Explorer in the H2 update.
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So in the 24H2 update, buyers of PCs and laptops will likely still see “Windows 11 Compatible” for new devices. Support for more hardware may come, but major requirement changes seem doubtful. Older gear will probably remain locked out of installing or upgrading to Windows 11.
Most experts recommend not to expect a revolution in 24H2. The safest bet is that Microsoft sticks to the current system requirements until at least September 2023. Major access changes will likely wait for the 24H2 release. What new changes do we see from this? So please give your opinion as to what new system requirements can be there in 24H2.