Windows 10 refresh planner
Windows 10 reached end of support on 14 October 2025. See which devices can upgrade, which need replacing, and a phased plan.
How many devices are still running Windows 10, by age?
Usually eligible to upgrade in place.
Eligibility varies. Check each.
Often fail Windows 11 requirements.
A planning assumption. A readiness check gives the real number.
Typical business laptop, before setup time.
Estimated hardware budget
£5,250
7 devices to replace · 13 to upgrade in place · 20 in total
Suggested phasing
Next 30 days
Replace 4 oldest devices
Devices 6+ years old are the likeliest to be ineligible and the biggest risk. Replace or isolate them first.
Within 90 days
Assess and replace ~3 more
Run a Windows 11 readiness check on 4-5 year old devices and replace those that fail.
Within 6 months
Upgrade 13 devices in place
Back up, check key applications work, then move eligible devices to Windows 11 in batches.
A planning estimate based on device age, not a hardware audit. Windows 11 eligibility depends on each device's CPU, TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot support.