In the COVID-19 pandemic, the popularity of Windows has soared, and Microsoft saw this eruptive demand, so it launched Windows 11. The new version of the system has a new appearance, themes and personalization options, and a centered start menu. The new operating system has many things to like, except for the hardware requirements…Because it is quite unexpected, a newer TPM chip is listed as one of the minimum requirements.
Since the Microsoft Windows 11 system requirements have not been well communicated, some users are not sure whether their devices can be upgraded to the new operating system. As we recently reported, Microsoft released a video explaining the new requirements and whether users can bypass these restrictions.
Windows 11 currently supports Intel’s eighth-generation processors or newer processors, AMD Zen 2 or newer processors, and Qualcomm 7/8 series. Microsoft believes that only devices equipped with newer processors can meet the principles surrounding the security and reliability of Windows 11, and older devices will be blocked. The company is planning to let users use Windows Update to check hardware compatibility before installing Windows 11. If the device does not meet the requirements, a compatibility error message will appear on the screen.
Microsoft representatives explained that they understand that when a user’s device does not meet the requirements of Windows 11, it is frustrating, but they are implementing these policies to ensure a high-quality experience. Microsoft pointed out that Windows 11 is a major security-focused upgrade, and these requirements ensure better performance and security.
Microsoft has confirmed that the traditional bypass method will not work. The minimum hardware requirements of Windows 11 cannot be bypassed through group policy editing, and the system will still prevent the device from being upgraded to an unsupported state because Microsoft really wants to ensure that your device remains supported and safe.
As you can imagine, people are not satisfied with Microsoft’s vague interpretation. In the comments on this video from Microsoft, people are basically blaming the tech giant and demanding that these demands be reversed. Some users said, Windows 11 will be another Windows 8, while others criticized Microsoft’s interpretation of the minimum requirements.
These requirements are just a marketing strategy of Microsoft, another user said. At the time of writing, the explanation video on YouTube was not well received by Microsoft customers, and it has been disliked by more than 300 people. Microsoft also appears to be very strong, and comments on the video have been banned.
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