Windows 11 system requirements: is your PC compatible?
Quick answer
Windows 11 needs a supported 64-bit processor (1 GHz, 2 or more cores), 4 GB RAM, 64 GB storage, UEFI with Secure Boot, TPM 2.0, and DirectX 12 graphics. The quickest check is Microsoft’s free PC Health Check app. You can also check TPM with tpm.msc and Secure Boot with msinfo32.
Minimum requirements
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Processor | 1 GHz or faster, 2 or more cores, 64-bit, on Microsoft’s supported CPU list |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM |
| Storage | 64 GB or more |
| Firmware | UEFI, Secure Boot capable |
| TPM | Trusted Platform Module 2.0 |
| Graphics | DirectX 12 compatible, WDDM 2.0 driver |
| Display | 720p, larger than 9 inches |
| Setup | Internet connection and Microsoft account (required for Windows 11 Home) |
How to check your PC
- PC Health Check: download Microsoft’s free PC Health Check app and select Check now.
- TPM: press Windows + R, type
tpm.msc, and look for “Specification Version: 2.0”. - Secure Boot: press Windows + R, type
msinfo32, and check that “Secure Boot State” is On.
On many PCs, TPM (often called fTPM or PTT) and Secure Boot are present but turned off. You can enable them in the UEFI/BIOS settings.
Frequently asked questions
What if my PC does not meet the requirements?
You can keep using Windows 10, but it no longer receives security updates for home users. Consider enabling TPM and Secure Boot in the BIOS, or upgrading the hardware.
