A Raspberry Pi 4 can run Windows 11, even if your own PC can’t
The ultimate machine reasserts its dominance.
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While Microsoft enthusiasts with $5,000 gaming rigs are suffering at the hands ofWindows 11’s strict adoption requirements, one person is living the good life without a trouble in the world. That person is Etaprime on YouTube, who has been enjoying Windows 11 on his Raspberry Pi 4.
The Raspberry Pi 4 can handle Microsoft Edge, the calculator app, and more, all via the power of Windows 11. It can even run Minecraft, albeit in an undesirable state. For the full rundown of what the Pi can and cannot handle when paired with Microsoft’s latest OS, check outEtaprime’s video. Spoiler: It’s not a big fan of the YouTuber’s Elgato capture card.
It’s an impressive video, given what’s being run on what. And then, when you compare it against all the people with standard PC setupsclaiming they’re ineligiblefor Windows 11, it’s even more impressive. Mind you, much of said ineligibility can be attributed to Microsoft’sTPM requirements, the likes of which are even confusing seasoned PC users, many of whom have never had to consider the security inclusion before now.
With that said, many of the people who have managed to get Windows 11 running without issue (on standard rigs, not a Raspberry Pi 4) are having a good time with it thus far. You canbe one of those peopleif you’re on the inside loop and are keen on grabbing theInsider buildthat’s available right now.
And if you want to know how toinstall Windows 11 on a Raspberry Pi 4, check out Tom’s Hardware’s guide that’ll help you recreate all the aforementioned fun on your own setup.
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