running x86/x64 applications in Parallels ARM Windows 11?

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BrianM41

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I was curious about running native x86/x64 applications in the ARM version of Windows 11 under Parallels on the new M1/M2 Macs.

Is this possible? I know of Rosetta, but wasn't sure how that plays into the VM side of things.

one have any insight into these, or other pc-native applications on the new Apple architecture?

Thanks!
 
Hello,
The Apple M1 chip has an ARM architecture (unlike the x86/x64 architecture typical of classic desktop processors). And in a virtual machine on a Mac with an M1 chip, it is currently possible to run only Window ARM -- the Windows version for processors with ARM architecture (for example, it is used on devices with mobile chips like Microsoft Surface Pro X). And indeed, despite the built-in compatibility layer that allows you to run x86/x64 applications on Windows ARM, some applications, or drivers do not work.
You can use Parallels Desktop 14-days free trial to test for these applications: https://www.parallels.com/products/desktop/trial/
Thank you.
 
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