If you're looking to upgrade to Windows 11 Version 24H2 or simply want to verify if your CPU supports certain instruction sets, such as POPCNT, you're in the right place. This guide will walk you through two methods to check your CPU capabilities using tools like CPU-Z and Coreinfo. Let's get started!
Method 1: Using CPU-Z
Download CPU-Z: Head to the official CPU-Z website and download the application.
Run the Application: Once downloaded, open CPU-Z.
Check the Instruction Box: In the CPU tab, look for the instruction set.
- If you have an AMD processor, look for SSE4A.
- If you have an Intel processor, look for SSE4.2.
Method 2: Using Coreinfo
Download Coreinfo: Obtain Coreinfo and extract the contents of the zip file.
Open Terminal: Navigate to the extracted Coreinfo folder, right-click inside the folder, and select "Open in Terminal."
Run Coreinfo: Type the following command and hit Enter:
.\Coreinfo.exe -f
Accept: Press "Accept" when prompted.
Look for popCNT: Check if popCNT is listed *, indicating support.
These methods will help you determine if your CPU supports the necessary instruction sets for Windows 11 Version 24H2.
NOTE: If you are using Windows 10, open Command Prompt as an administrator and navigate to the Coreinfo folder using the command:
cd "coreinfo folder path"
For example:
cd "C:\Users\Username\Desktop\Coreinfo"
Replace "Username" with your account username.
By following these steps, you can easily verify if your CPU supports POPCNT.