Hardware Compatibility Guide

This guide provides a comprehensive list of hardware components and devices that have been tested and verified for compatibility with the latest Microsoft development platforms and SDKs. Ensure your hardware meets these specifications for optimal performance and stability.

Supported Hardware Categories

  • Processors (CPUs)
  • Graphics Cards (GPUs)
  • Memory (RAM)
  • Storage Devices (SSDs, HDDs)
  • Motherboards
  • Network Adapters
  • Input Devices (Keyboards, Mice, Controllers)
  • Development Kits and Boards

Featured Compatible Devices

Intel Core i9-13900K

Processor - High performance for demanding development tasks.

Corsair Vengeance RGB 64GB DDR5

Memory - Ample capacity for large projects and virtual machines.

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090

Graphics Card - Excellent for GPU-accelerated computations and graphics development.

Samsung 980 Pro NVMe SSD 2TB

Storage - Blazing fast load times for applications and operating systems.

Minimum and Recommended Specifications

While a broad range of hardware is supported, adhering to these recommendations will significantly enhance your development experience.

Component Minimum Requirement Recommended Specification
CPU Quad-core 2.5 GHz 8-core or higher, 3.0 GHz+
RAM 16 GB 32 GB or more
Storage 256 GB SSD 1 TB NVMe SSD
GPU DirectX 12 compatible Dedicated GPU with 8GB+ VRAM

Hardware Integration Guidelines

Driver Updates

Always ensure you are using the latest stable drivers from your hardware manufacturer. Outdated drivers are a common cause of compatibility issues.

Firmware

Keep device firmware up-to-date, especially for motherboards, SSDs, and network adapters.

BIOS/UEFI Settings

For advanced users, check BIOS/UEFI settings related to virtualization, memory timings, and power management for optimal performance.

Troubleshooting Hardware Issues

If you encounter issues, consult the following resources:

Example: Checking CPU Compatibility

You can verify if your CPU is recognized by the system and its features are enabled.

# On Windows command prompt
wmic cpu get name, architecture, maxclockspeed, numberofcores, virtualizationfirmwareenabled

# On Linux terminal
lscpu | grep -E "Model name|MHz|Core(s) per socket|Virtualization"

Submitting New Hardware for Testing

If you have hardware that you believe should be on this list, please refer to our hardware submission process for details.