PC isn't meeting 11 requirements, but the issue is just the CPU. Should we find a workaround or accept it?
PC isn't meeting 11 requirements, but the issue is just the CPU. Should we find a workaround or accept it?
Curious if you guys just accepted this, or there's a work around. CPU is G4560 - all else passed. Thanks
With a TPM 2.0 module you should be able to set it up using the standard ISO installation process. It seems to verify core count rather than actual CPU type, but I doubt Windows 11 will perform well there. You might want to try a lightweight debloat tool after installation to improve performance slightly.
I've been using Windows 11 since it came out and I'm saying you're not missing much. It's still the standard desktop experience with some UI tweaks you can fix with mods on Windows 10. The main changes are in settings and the search bar. It runs faster. That's about it. Plus, when I try to find Firefox, it doesn't show up at all—even though I tell it they're pushing Edge. They've really gone overboard with the updates. It's also heavier and uses more power, so I wouldn't suggest it on that kind of processor. There might be a missing part, similar to what 1st generation Ryzen chips need, that Windows 11 requires. I can't recall the exact one, but you can check online. TL;DR: Windows 11 isn't groundbreaking. If your machine lacks a key component needed for it to work, don't worry. Also, they're pushing Edge—seriously.
Windows 11 should work well. Performed smoothly on a q6600 and outperformed 10 on an a10 9600p. No issues with Ryzen 1000 if installed via ISO; this CPU will also run fine. It worked on my C2Q Q6600 without UEFI, Secure Boot, or TPM. It’s more than you mentioned. On a beta channel setup, WSA performed exceptionally, the settings app was top-notch, search functionality was excellent, the UI felt snappier, and HDR implementation was solid. Many minor improvements—still a nice upgrade, especially for lower-end systems. Your Firefox problem hasn’t been addressed yet.
I've been using ThinkPad P50 for 11 hours starting from the first Insider Preview. The latest beta version (22000.282) performs best on this setup. I just did a clean install right before the official launch and kept everything unchanged—no tweaks or adjustments, just letting the system run as it is.
Actually, now I realize my 2015 MacBook Air is getting slower with each OS update. I owe Microsoft a thank you for making Windows faster with every release!
By the way, when I was younger I believed computers were tools meant to get better over time. We expected more efficient low-level coding so the OS would run smoother on the device we already owned. Unfortunately, that didn’t happen. I’m glad Microsoft is still working on improving their OS (or at least that’s what it feels like).