Microsoft Windows 10 Professional

Windows 10 System Requirements

To install Windows 10 on your PC, please ensure your device meets the following basic requirements. If your device does not meet these specifications, you may not experience the full benefits of Windows 10 and might consider purchasing a new PC.

Minimum System Requirements:

• Processor:
  • 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster compatible processor or System on a Chip (SoC).
• RAM:
  • 1 gigabyte (GB) for 32-bit or 2 GB for 64-bit.
• Hard Drive Size:
  • A hard disk with a capacity of 32 GB or larger. (For more details on hard drive space needed for installation or updates, refer to the section “More information on hard drive space to install or update Windows 10” below.)
• Graphics Card:
  • Compatible with DirectX 9 or later with a WDDM 1.0 driver.
• Internet Connection:
  • Internet connectivity is necessary to perform updates and to download and take advantage of some features.
  • Windows 10 Pro in S mode, Windows 10 Pro Education in S mode, Windows 10 Education in S mode, and Windows 10 Enterprise in S mode require an internet connection during the initial device setup (Out of Box Experience or OOBE), as well as either a Microsoft account (MSA) or Azure Active Directory (AAD) account. Switching a device out of Windows 10 in S mode also requires internet connectivity.

Ensure your PC meets these requirements to enjoy a smooth and efficient experience with Windows 10.