Windows 10 for ARM can now run on Apple computers with an M1 processor
Corel has released an update to its package for running virtual machines on Mac called Parallels Desktop. The most important innovation in Parallels Desktop 16.5 is running ARM versions of Windows on Apple computers with M1 chipsets.
The latest version of the software package allows you to run ARM applications for Windows or traditional x86 programs simultaneously with software for Mac OS. The main limitation is introduced by Windows 10 for ARM itself, which does not yet support the launch of x64 applications. However, it is reported that Microsoft will soon add this feature to the OS.
Corel says the updated version of Parallels Desktop also boosts performance and power efficiency improvements over Intel-based Mac versions. The company says the software package results in 250% less power consumption when running on an M1-based MacBook Air than an Intel-based MacBook Air. It also reported a 60% improvement in DirectX 11 performance and a 30% improvement in overall virtual machine performance.
The main problem right now is that Microsoft only sells Windows 10 ARM licenses to computer makers. Thus, users are prevented from using an official copy of Windows 10 on their Macs with M1 chips.
