Windows 11 Device Support and Minimum Requirements

How can I get support for Windows 11?

Dell supports Windows 11 on the following devices:

• New computers with Windows 11 factory installed
• Dell computers tested for upgrade to Windows 11

For computers that do not meet Windows 11 upgrade requirements, Dell will continue to support Windows 10 through its lifecycle. Microsoft will end support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. If your device does not meet minimum hardware requirements for Windows 11, Dell recommends purchasing a new device that supports Windows 11.

Will Dell support Windows 11 if my computer does not meet Windows 11 hardware requirements?

Dell will continue to support your computer within the scope of the hardware warranty the computer was shipped with. Dell will support the factory installed operating system throughout its lifecycle. Dell does not support Windows 11 on devices that do not meet minimum hardware requirements, and drivers will not be provided.

Driver and BIOS updates:

Devices that do not meet Windows 11 hardware requirements may have limited driver and firmware support through Windows Update. Dell does not provide Windows 11 drivers for such devices, and operating system support is not provided. Dell will continue to support the hardware of the device in accordance with the hardware warranty.

Does Dell support Windows 11 Insider builds, or Windows 11 images that bypass the hardware requirements?

No. Dell agents ask you to revert to the factory installed Windows 10 edition for any performance-related troubleshooting assistance.

How can I upgrade to Windows 11?

The computer must meet or exceed minimum system requirements for Windows 11.

Download and run the PC Health Check App from Microsoft to verify upgrade eligibility for Windows 11.

For a full list of Windows 11 requirements, including for Copilot+ PCs, refer to Microsoft's Windows 11 Specifications page.

Component	Minimum Requirement	Additional Information
CPU	1 GHz or faster with two or more cores on a compatible 64-bit processor or system on a chip (SoC)	Supported AMD Processors Supported Intel Processors
RAM	4 GB
Storage	64 GB or larger
BIOS/Firmware	UEFI/Secure Boot capable	Legacy/CSM BIOS not supported
TPM	Firmware and hardware TPM that support TMP standard 2.0	Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Frequently Asked Questions for Windows 11
Graphics Card	DirectX 12 or later with WDDM 2.0 driver
Internet Connectivity	Windows 11 Pro for personal use and Windows 11 Home require internet connectivity and a Microsoft account during initial device setup.	Windows 11 Specifications - Microsoft

Table 1 - Windows 11 Minimum Requirements

If your device is eligible to receive the upgrade to Windows 11, follow these steps:

Select Start, then open Settings > Privacy and Security > Windows Update. If your PC meets the minimum system requirements and is able to upgrade, you should see an option in Windows Update to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11. 

Additional information:

Where can I find drivers for Windows 11?
Drivers for Dell computers tested for update to Windows 11 build 22H2 and previous versions of Windows 11 are available for download at https://www.dell.com/support/home. If a computer shipped with Windows 10 does not meet minimum requirements and has not been tested for Windows 11, drivers will not be made available. Dell does not recommend upgrading devices that do not meet the minimum requirements for Windows 11.

How do I upgrade to Windows 11?

Refer to our upgrade documentation, Windows 11 Upgrade Walkthrough for Dell Computers.

How do I enable Secure Boot on my computer?

Refer to KB article How to Enable Secure Boot on Your Dell Device