No Worries! Windows 11 24H2 still supports Intel 8th, 9th, and 10th Gen chips

Microsoft has confirmed that they continue to support Intel 8th, 9th, and 10th Gen processors for Windows 11 24Hz. There was some confusion regarding the support documents for OEMs, but this does not affect regular users. Let’s dive into the details. 

Clarification on Processor Support 

There was a misunderstanding that Microsoft had dropped support for Intel 8th, 9th, and 10th Gen chips for Windows 11 24Hz. This confusion arose from an update to Microsoft’s OEM support documents, which are intended for PC manufacturers. These documents recommend newer processors for building new PCs, but this does not impact existing support for users or any Intel chips doesn’t have in the list users.

“OEMs may use the following CPUs for new Windows 11 devices. New Windows 11 devices must use modern device drivers that have passed the Windows Hardware Compatibility Program for Windows 11 or the latest available modern device drivers based on Declarative, Componentized, Hardware Support Apps (DCH) design principles.” 

On that list, there are, indeed, many Intel 8th, 9th, and 10th Gen chips that are not featured, as Microsoft wants OEMs to use the latest chips when manufacturing devices. 

Additionally, Microsoft clarified in the support document that these CPUs are not intended for consumers.
“Changes to the processors listed do not indicate or impact a customer’s existing Windows support and are intended for OEMs to determine processors which may be used in new Windows devices.”

In any case, Microsoft will let Windows users know when support is no longer granted for these CPUs. 

TPM 2.0 Requirement for Windows 11 

For consumers, as long as your device meets the TPM 2.0 requirement, it will continue to support Windows 11. The Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is a security chip that provides hardware-based security functions, such as data encryption and protection against malware. 

You can check if your computer meets this requirement by following these steps: 

1. Open the Start Menu and type “tpm.msc” and press Enter. 
2. The TPM Management window will open. Check the TPM version in the “TPM Manufacturer Information” section. 
3. If the TPM version is 2.0, your computer meets the TPM 2.0 requirement for Windows 11. 

Conclusion 

Ensuring that your device meets the TPM 2.0 requirement is essential to run Windows 11. If you’re unsure about your device’s compatibility, you can use Microsoft’s PC Health Check app to verify. 

If you have any further questions or need additional clarification, feel free to reach out to us. We hope this article helps you understand the support for Intel processors and related requirements for Windows 11 24Hz