Every Windows Hello Compatible Laptop

By Cale Hunt
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Which laptops support Windows Hello for secure authentication?

Windows Hello is a security system designed by Microsoft that uses biometrics to log you into your Windows 10 laptop. To take advantage of facial recognition, your device needs a special kind of camera that can scan your face, so not all laptops with webcams are compatible. However, most fingerprint readers, when given the right drivers, are compatible with Windows Hello.

The number of laptops that are compatible with Windows Hello continues to grow, and we compiled a list to keep you in the know. If you see an omission, be sure to let us know, and we'll add it.

Windows Hello facial recognition

Alienware

ASUS

Dell

HP

Lenovo

Microsoft

MSI

Samsung

Toshiba

Windows Hello fingerprint reader

If an older laptop has a fingerprint reader, and the correct drivers are available, it should be compatible with Windows Hello.

Acer

ASUS

Avell

Dell

HP

Huawei

Lenovo

Microsoft

(Note: The Surface Pros require a special fingerprint ID keyboard sold separately for about $140 (opens in new tab) to take advantage of Windows Hello finger authentication.)

Samsung

Toshiba

Standalone cameras and fingerprint readers

If your laptop didn't come equipped with a compatible webcam or a built-in fingerprint reader, there are several standalone options that connect to your PC for easy Windows Hello logins.

If you're in the market for a Windows Hello camera, check out our roundup of the best webcams money can buy. Looking for a fingerprint scanner? No problem — have a look at our roundup of the best fingerprint scanners.

Updated November 30, 2017: We refreshed this article to ensure you're still getting a current list of laptops with Windows Hello. As always, give a shoutout in the comments if you know of any laptops we missed.