HEIC+ runs natively on Windows on Arm.
Arm support since version 1.0.4.0. Source record updated: Apr 17, 2026.
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Compatibility overview
- Publisher
- Tim Grabinat
- Type
- Native Arm64
- Version
- 1.0.4.0
- Source
- Qualcomm · Source
- Data updated
- Apr 17, 2026
Evidence and dates
- Data updated
- Apr 17, 2026
- Source record updated
- Apr 17, 2026
- Device test date
- Not recorded
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What this means
Install choice
HEIC+ has a native Arm64 build. Prefer the Arm64 installer or Microsoft Store package when it is offered; that is the best path for performance and battery life.
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HEIC+ is part of a creative or media workflow. Beyond launch, test plug-ins, codecs, export formats, external devices and GPU acceleration.
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Qualcomm · Source · Source record updated: Apr 17, 2026.
HEIC+ on Windows on Arm — FAQ
Does HEIC+ work on Windows on Arm (Snapdragon X)?
HEIC+ runs natively on Windows on Arm. Arm support since version 1.0.4.0. Source record updated: Apr 17, 2026.
Is HEIC+ native Arm64 or emulated?
HEIC+ ships a native Arm64 build, so it runs at full speed with the best battery efficiency on Arm PCs.
Does HEIC+ work on Snapdragon X2 Elite or NVIDIA RTX Spark?
HEIC+ is listed as compatible with Windows on Arm, so it is a candidate for Snapdragon X2 Elite and NVIDIA RTX Spark PCs. Still test device-specific pieces such as drivers, plug-ins, GPU acceleration, anti-cheat and background services.
Which version of HEIC+ added Windows on Arm support?
Compatibility is recorded from version 1.0.4.0 onward — make sure you're on that version or newer.