Windows on Arm Hits 7,000 Apps as RTX Spark PCs Near

Windows on Arm is gaining more hardware and software support as Microsoft prepares for a new wave of Arm-based PCs powered by NVIDIA RTX Spark.

Microsoft and NVIDIA recently announced NVIDIA RTX Spark, a new generation of thin-and-light Windows PCs designed around Arm architecture.

Devices from Microsoft Surface, ASUS, Dell, HP, Lenovo, and MSI are expected to arrive in fall 2026.

NVIDIA RTX Spark expands Windows on Arm hardware

Microsoft positions RTX Spark systems as powerful Windows PCs that combine strong performance with higher efficiency.

Recent RTX Spark Geekbench leaks have also provided an early look at the platform’s potential performance.

Microsoft says growing investment from chipmakers and PC manufacturers reflects increased customer demand for Windows on Arm devices.

The hardware expansion also gives software developers a stronger reason to support Arm natively instead of relying only on compatibility layers.

More than 7,000 apps and games now work on Windows on Arm

Microsoft says more developers are now building or optimizing applications specifically for Windows on Arm.

The Works on Windows on Arm catalog now contains more than 7,000 verified apps and games.

Microsoft also continues to work with developers through App Assure and the Arm Advisory Service. These programs help software companies address compatibility problems and optimize applications for Arm-based Windows devices.

The Arm Advisory Service gives developers access to technical guidance, workshops, code samples, and Microsoft engineers.

More apps are coming to Windows on Arm

STEM, education, security, productivity, creative, and entertainment apps are expanding across Windows on Arm.

Microsoft says the platform now supports more software from companies including Google, Adobe, Slack, Dropbox, CrowdStrike, Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, Camtasia, Blender, and Figma.

The growing selection gives students, businesses, and everyday users more reasons to choose Arm-based Windows PCs while helping developers treat Arm as a first-class platform.

Microsoft wants more developers to build native Arm apps

Microsoft says Windows on Arm has moved beyond its early stage and now has a substantial hardware and software ecosystem.

The company continues encouraging developers to create native Arm applications and improve compatibility for existing Windows software.

With more than 7,000 verified apps and games already listed, along with new RTX Spark PCs expected from several major manufacturers this fall, Microsoft is positioning Arm as an increasingly important part of the Windows PC market.

Developers and users can continue checking Works on Windows on Arm for updated information about app compatibility.