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Open-Shell runs natively on Windows on Arm.

Arm support since version 4.4.196. Source record updated: Mar 2, 2026.

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Type: Native Arm64
Version: 4.4.196
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

Open-Shell 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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Open-Shell belongs to a developer or engineering workflow. Verify native extensions, SDKs, database drivers and any local virtualization or container dependency.

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Data freshness

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

Open-Shell on Windows on Arm — FAQ

Does Open-Shell work on Windows on Arm (Snapdragon X)?

Open-Shell runs natively on Windows on Arm. Arm support since version 4.4.196. Source record updated: Mar 2, 2026.

Is Open-Shell native Arm64 or emulated?

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

Does Open-Shell work on Snapdragon X2 Elite or NVIDIA RTX Spark?

Open-Shell 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 Open-Shell added Windows on Arm support?

Compatibility is recorded from version 4.4.196 onward — make sure you're on that version or newer.

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