mpv

FLOSS contributor Multimedia

Works on Arm Native Arm64

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mpv runs natively on Windows on Arm.

Arm support since version V0.38.0. Source record updated: Mar 2, 2026.

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Publisher: FLOSS contributor
Type: Native Arm64
Version: V0.38.0
Source: Qualcomm · Source
Data updated: Mar 2, 2026

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Data updated: Mar 2, 2026
Source record updated: Mar 2, 2026
Device test date: Not recorded

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Install choice

mpv 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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mpv 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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Next step

mpv is one of the compatible Multimedia titles. Compare it with other apps in the same category before standardizing a setup.

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Data freshness

Qualcomm · Source · Source record updated: Mar 2, 2026.

mpv on Windows on Arm — FAQ

Does mpv work on Windows on Arm (Snapdragon X)?

mpv runs natively on Windows on Arm. Arm support since version V0.38.0. Source record updated: Mar 2, 2026.

Is mpv native Arm64 or emulated?

mpv ships a native Arm64 build, so it runs at full speed with the best battery efficiency on Arm PCs.

Does mpv work on Snapdragon X2 Elite or NVIDIA RTX Spark?

mpv 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 mpv added Windows on Arm support?

Compatibility is recorded from version V0.38.0 onward — make sure you're on that version or newer.

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