Is the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X compatible with Windows 11?

Yes. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X is on Microsoft’s list of supported processors, so a PC with it can run Windows 11 as long as it also has TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot turned on.

Windows 11

Supported

This model is on Microsoft’s supported AMD processor list.

Found in

Desktops

What to do next

Run Microsoft’s PC Health Check app to confirm the rest of your PC meets the requirements.
If it reports a TPM or Secure Boot problem, they’re usually just switched off. See how to enable TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot.
Then upgrade for free through Windows Update. Back up your files first.

Frequently asked questions

Is the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X compatible with Windows 11?

Yes. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X is on Microsoft’s list of supported processors, so a PC with it can run Windows 11 as long as it also has TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot turned on. This model is on Microsoft’s supported AMD processor list.

Is the Windows 11 upgrade free with the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X?

Yes. Windows 10 PCs that meet the Windows 11 requirements can upgrade for free through Windows Update.

Other AMD processors

Ryzen 5 1600 Ryzen 7 1700 Ryzen 3 2200U Ryzen 3 2300U Ryzen 5 2500U Ryzen 7 2700U Ryzen 3 2200G Ryzen 5 2400G Ryzen 5 2600 Ryzen 7 2700X Ryzen 3 3200U Ryzen 5 3500U Ryzen 7 3700U Ryzen 5 3600 Ryzen 7 3700X Ryzen 5 4500U Ryzen 7 4700U Ryzen 5 5500U Ryzen 7 5700U Ryzen 5 5600G Ryzen 7 5800X Ryzen 5 7520U A9-9425 A6-9225 FX-8350 Athlon 200GE Athlon Silver 3050U

Check another processor

Based on Microsoft’s supported processor lists for Intel and AMD, last checked October 25, 2026. A PC also needs TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot, so confirm with Microsoft’s PC Health Check app.