Windows 11 is not compatible with the Core i7-7700K processor.
Windows 11 is not compatible with the Core i7-7700K processor.
I have the same cpu as you guys but no option in the bios. Is anyone running an ASUS motherboard? if so what BIOS version are you using?
Microsoft aims to avoid another Vista release because the original specifications didn't match what most users needed. They plan to add security options only compatible with newer processors like the 8th generation Intel and later AMD Ryzen models. This change reflects a shift toward modern hardware requirements, highlighting that Vista struggled on average systems. The update signals a clear message: Windows 11 is built for current technology, not older setups. Details about the OS requirements can be found in this article: https://www.techrepublic.com/article/win...-benefits/ Microsoft also indicated they might consider supporting 7th generation Intel CPUs or select Ryzen models based on feedback from early adopters.