Microsoft updates list of supported processors for Windows 11

Microsoft has updated its Windows 11-supported CPU list with a slew of Intel and AMD processors. Last month, the American technology corporation rolled out the Moment 3 feature update for Windows 11 version 22H2 under KB5026446 (Build 22621.1778).

Windows 11 users with eligible systems were able to update to Moment 3. Now, the company has quietly revised its list of supported chipsets from Qualcomm, AMD, and Intel. To recap, the list was last updated back in October 2022 when the 22H2 feature update was released.

The recently revamped list confirms that Windows 11 OS is now compatible with the new Intel and AMD processors. However, it is worth noting that the Moment 3 for Windows 11 22H2 update does not make unsupported PCs directly compatible with Windows 11.

Moreover, Win 11 22H1 and 22H2 versions have a specific list of supported processors. Nevertheless, Windows 11 system requirements haven't changed much since the original 21H2 was announced. According to a Neowin report, your currently unsupported hardware isn't likely to suddenly appear on the supported list.

Microsoft's Windows 11 is now compatible with more processors

Microsoft is reportedly prepping to release its next generation operating system, which could turn out to be Windows 12. While the tech company is still mum on its plan to launch the Windows 11 successor, Windows 12 was recently spotted in Build 2023.

The word on the street is that Windows 12 could make its appearance next year. In the meantime, Microsoft has updated the list of supported processors for its existing Windows operating system. The list of supported processors includes Intel's Core i9 13900KS chipset.

Notably, the Core i9 13900KS has a clock speed of 6 GHz. Also, the list comprises the Raptor Lake mobile processors like i5 13500HS, 1335UE, 1335U, and 1334U. You can head straight to Microsoft's website to check out the complete list of supported processors for Windows 11 22H2.

The list of newly supported processors for AMD is also extensive. It comprises chips that adopt 3D V-Cache technology such as 7800X3D AM5, 7900X3D, 7950X3D, and 5900X3D AM4. Aside from this, the list includes previously launched AM4 models like Ryzen 5 4500, 5500, 5600, and Ryzen 3 4100.

Microsoft's website has showcased the full list of supported AMD processors for Windows 11 22H2. Moreover, the company has updated the list of compatible Qualcomm processors. Notably, the Microsoft SQ3 chips and Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3 are now supported.

Aside from this, Microsoft has shared a list of all compatible Qualcomm processors on its official website. To recap, the tech behemoth announced Windows 11 two years ago. The company also revealed the minimum technical requirements of its operating system at the time. Surprisingly, Microsoft excluded several machines that were capable of running the new operating system.

Much to Microsoft's chagrin, some hackers have discovered tricks to avoid these limitations. Apparently, they use tools like Rufus to work around these restrictions. As if that weren't enough, hackers have developed unofficial versions of Windows 11 OS that run on PCs that are officially incompatible.

However, it is worth mentioning here that these workarounds are likely to come with major drawbacks and risks. So, it is recommended to run officially supported software and officially supported hardware for security and optimal performance. Still, some people are using AI tools like ChatGPT to generate Windows 11 keys.

Mercedes-Benz and Microsoft to test in-car ChatGPT

Nevertheless, Microsoft will probably come with up methods to restrict the misuse of the AI bot. In the meantime, Mercedes-Benz and Microsoft have teamed up to bring ChatGPT in vehicles. The companies also confirmed that the in-car ChatGPT AI bot will be available to over 900,000 vehicles in the U.S.

In its latest statement, the carmaker pointed out that "while most voice assistants are limited to predefined tasks and responses, ChatGPT leverages a large language model to greatly improve natural language understanding and expand the topics to which it can respond."