#x64 emulation

Microsoft is making strides to expand Windows on Arm by introducing advanced emulation capabilities that could soon bring a wider variety of x64 software and popular games to Arm-powered PCs. Microsoft hopes that with Prism, x64 games like Starfield and Helldivers 2—which use AVX2 for complex graphics and physics simulations—will work seamlessly on Arm-based devices. The new emulation could help bridge compatibility gaps that have held back Windows on Arm devices, enabling them to run more Windows applications and potentially becoming viable options for serious gamers and professionals. Microsoft has already shown progress with a range of applications thanks to Prism’s emulation. That makes it strong for emulation and Android games, and lighter than any Windows handheld here at 390g. Spend in the middle and the AYN Odin 3 Pro or a Nintendo Switch 2 covers Android, emulation, or first-party games without the heat and fan noise. The right pick comes down to one question: do you want to play your existing PC and console games, or do you want a fresh, lighter device built around emulation and mobile titles? Read more in our articles including "Microsoft's New Emulator Could Bring More Games and Apps to Windows on Arm Devices" and "Gaming Handheld Price List in the Philippines (2026)".