Windows 11

Introducing Windows 11

A new Windows experience, bringing you closer to the people and things you love.

Windows 11 brings you closer to what you love

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Get a fresh perspective

Windows 11 provides a calm and creative space where you can pursue your passions through a fresh experience. From a rejuvenated Start menu to new ways to connect to your favorite people, news, games, and content—Windows 11 is the place to think, express, and create in a natural way.

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Maximize your productivity

Access all the apps you need and multi-task with ease with tools like Snap layouts, Desktops, and a new more-intuitive redocking experience.

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New ways to connect

Connect instantly to the people you care about right from your desktop with Microsoft Teams. Call or chat for free—no matter what device they’re on.1

Your content, curated by you

With Microsoft Edge and a multitude of Widgets you can choose from, you can quickly stay up to date with the news, information, and entertainment that matters most to you.2 Easily find the apps you need and the shows you love to watch in the new Microsoft Store.

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A PC for each of us

The new Windows is available on the widest array of devices, from our partners who are bringing you the latest innovations in touch, pen, and voice, making it easy to find the best, most affordable device for you.4

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Find the right PC for you

Need a new PC now? There are some Windows 10 PCs that can upgrade for free when Windows 11 rolls out.4 5

It’s so much easier to transfer to a new PC when you back up your files and photos from your old PC to OneDrive.7

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Check for compatibility

Use the PC Health Check app to see if your current PC meets the requirements to run Windows 11. If so, you can get a free upgrade when it rolls out.

COMING SOON

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Minimum system requirements

Minimum system requirements
Processor1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster with 2 or more cores on a compatible 64-bit processor or System on a Chip (SoC)
Memory4 GB RAM
Storage64 GB or larger storage device
System firmwareUEFI, Secure Boot capable
TPMTrusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0
Minimum system requirements
Graphics cardDirectX 12 compatible graphics / WDDM 2.x
Display>9” with HD Resolution (720p)
Internet connectionMicrosoft account and internet connectivity required for setup for Windows 11 Home

Certain features require specific hardware, see detailed system requirements.

Shop for a Windows 11 compatible PC at these retailers4 5

Frequently asked questions about Windows 11

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1 Certain features require specific hardware, see https://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-11-specifications. Internet access required, service fees may apply.

2 Internet access required. Service fees may apply.

3 For full details visit https://www.xbox.com/. Use your active Xbox Game Pass for PC membership to play PC games on Windows 10 PC (excludes Windows 10 in S mode and on ARM devices). App download, Windows update(s), and storage required. System requirements vary by game; performance scales with higher end systems. Game titles, number, features, and availability vary over time, by region and platform. Learn more at https://www.xbox.com/regions. For recurring memberships, membership automatically continues to be charged at the then-current regular price (subject to change; plus applicable taxes) unless cancelled. Cancel at account.microsoft.com/services. Notice before purchase of add-ons, DLC, consumables, virtual currency, or subscriptions (sold separately): If your membership terminates or a game is removed from the catalog, you must reactivate your membership or buy the game separately to continue using these items. Requires download(s) (significant storage, broadband, and ISP fees apply) and Microsoft account. May require additional hardware and subscriptions. Age restrictions apply. Xbox Game Pass discounts are based on Microsoft Store price and are not combinable with other offers and are not redeemable for cash. Discount offers exclude titles within 30 days of launch and are not available with select titles. EA Play subject to terms: https://www.ea.com/ea-play/terms. Maximum 36 months of redeemed Xbox Game Pass per account at a time. Service, features, and requirements may change or be retired. Subject to the Microsoft Services Agreement.

4 Certain features require specific hardware, see https://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-11-specifications.

5 Upgrade rollout plan is being finalized and is scheduled to begin in late 2021 and continue into 2022. Specific timing will vary by device.

PCs with Windows 10 will continue to get regular security updates until end of support—no sooner than 2025.

7 Internet access required. Service fees may apply. Microsoft account (MSA) required for free 5GB storage; additional storage available separately at an additional cost or with a Microsoft 365 subscription.