Consider your needs and requirements before deciding.
Consider your needs and requirements before deciding.
I'm dealing with a Dell XPS 13 9360 that's been around for a while. The health check shows everything looks good except for a supported processor, but you're still planning to upgrade to Windows 11. You're curious whether you'll receive any updates after the upgrade or if you'll be stuck with outdated software. Since your use case is mainly light—Netflix, browsing, and occasional gaming—it's probably not a critical system. Upgrading won't necessarily break everything, but it might limit future support. Regarding older CPUs: Microsoft hasn't announced plans to support 7th generation processors, so you might face compatibility issues down the line.
The agreement emphasizes possible risks to your device, noting that compatibility issues aren't covered by the manufacturer's warranty. This seems like a typical clause to protect themselves. Not receiving updates would make your system more exposed to malware, as patches often address security threats. While isolated machines face less risk, linking to the internet still poses concerns. Windows 10 remains supported until 2025, and upgrading to Windows 11 isn't urgent for most users, though opinions vary. I’d likely choose Windows 10 for now.
I'm using Win11 on unsupported systems without any problems so far, and I really enjoy it. I've also tested it inside VMs with no issues. Running on a Duo core works fine too, all machines were upgraded from Windows 10 and 11 are active there. I get daily updates for Windows Defender, though not many big patches yet—still early in the game. Of course, if you only have one main machine, I wouldn't recommend it—I upgraded because I manage many devices like Z600, z800, z840, etc.