Check Windows 11 compatibility using these tools

Windows 11, the next release of Windows, is scheduled for later this year. In this article, I mention the best checker tools that tell if the PC supports Windows 11, including Microsoft and third-party alternatives. Windows 11 has somewhat high processor and security requirements, so it is recommended to check compatibility before trying to Upgrade.

Windows 11 System Requirements

The system requirements for Windows 11 are as under:

• A ‘modern’ dual-core, 64-bit processor
• 1GHz clock speed
• 64GB drive
• 4GB RAM
• UEFI, Secure Boot capable
• TPM 2.0
• Greater than a 9-inch screen with HD Resolution (1366×768 equivalent)
• DirectX 12 compatible graphics / WDDM 2.x 
• TPM 2.0 and Secure boot

If you are not sure if your PC passes the compatibility check, this is where the tools are helpful.

PC Health Checkup app from Microsoft

Microsoft has provided a tool to check PC compatibility called the PC Health Checkup app. Initially released in June 2021, Microsoft took it down for a while as the initial release did not tell what is non-compatible. Microsoft accepted that they missed an opportunity there in the opening, and the new tool tells exactly what is missing on your device. You can get the same from here:

Download PC health Check tool from Microsoft

WhyNotWin11

WhyNotWin11 is another excellent 3rd party tool developed by an Independent Developer. It was one of the earliest tools and still my pick of choice. The best thing is, this tool is open-source on GitHub.

Download WhyNotWin11 from Github

To conclude, these tools can help you to know test PC compatibility for Windows 11.

Also check:

• Create a Windows 11 USB Flash drive
• Windows 11 FAQ