Summary
How to identify the graphics on a processor and determine compatible operating systems for that processor.
Description
Graphics compatibility between the 8th and 7th gen processors and Windows 7*.
Resolution
Compatibility depends on the graphics of the processor, the graphics of 7th and 8th generation processors are only compatible with Windows 10.
- Identify your Intel® processor or legacy Intel graphics product using the Intel® Processor Identification Utility or look for the graphics version on the processor's specifications at https://ark.intel.com/content/www/us/en/ark.html#@Processors.
- Once the graphics have been identified, check for the compatible operating system (OS) in Supported Operating Systems for Intel® Graphics Products