List of Apps and Games Incompatible with Qualcomm Snapdragon-Powered Computers (June 2024)

We all knew that there would be some adoption hiccups when it comes to running Windows on an ARM architecture, however, many people assumed that Microsoft’s translation and compatibility layers would offer a reliable fix. According to Samsung, though, there are still plenty of apps and games that aren’t supported, including some vital ones like Adobe InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Illustrator. Adobe announced that Illustrator, Premiere Pro, and more Creative Cloud apps are coming “this summer”.

Most online games seem to have an issue running too, like Riot Games’ Valorant and League of Legends, as well as others. This might be because the translation layer runs the game in a sandbox, while the anti-cheat software almost always requires administrator privileges and recognizes the sandbox.

Note: Some of these apps may run through emulation while their developers work on their ARM versions

Have you found other apps or games that don’t work on Snapdragon-powered computers?
Are some of these apps already working?
Share in the comments below and help us update the list!

You can read more of our Snapdragon X Elite coverage:

➡️ The new Snapdragon X Elite is a HUGE leap: Here’s a Comparison of X Elite VS 8cx Gen3, 8cx Gen2, and 8cx Gen1

➡️ Gaming on Snapdragon X Elite: Borderlands 3 Gameplay (~30 FPS on the Surface Pro 11) and Super Resolution Tech

➡️ Apple Slayed? Snapdragon X Elite Reigns Supreme in Battery Life, Intel has no chance

Subscribe

Notify of

new follow-up commentsnew replies to my comments

I allow to use my email address and send notification about new comments and replies (you can unsubscribe at any time).

{} [+]

Name*

Email*

Website

I agree to the Terms and Privacy Policy.

The comment form collects your name, email, and content to allow us keep track of the comments placed on the website. Please read and accept our website Terms and Privacy Policy to post a comment.

{} [+]

Name*

Email*

Website

I agree to the Terms and Privacy Policy.

The comment form collects your name, email, and content to allow us keep track of the comments placed on the website. Please read and accept our website Terms and Privacy Policy to post a comment.

0 Comments

Inline Feedbacks

View all comments