Best Android OS for PC 64-bit or 32-bit in 2023 to download

There are only a couple of handful Android OSs for PC available in the software market that can be installed either on the bare PC system or Virtual Machine for having the Android experience without compromising base OS such as Windows 10/8/7.

Android is now one of the popular operating systems available for small handheld devices like smartphones to big TVs. However, this smart OS somewhere still lacking behind when we talk about PC or Laptop computers. It is because Android-primarily meant for smartphones. Although, there are few good emulators available that let you virtually install the Android OS on the Windows operating system but not on a bare machine such as Bluestack and Memu. Moreover, you can also use the Virtual Machines to use the Android OS for both Windows 10 and Linux PC to experience it before installing it as your primary OS.

8 Best Android os for PC in 2023

The year 2021 is about to go, thus we have updated this article for the upcoming 2022. In this article, we will talk about the free/open-source & best Android OS ( operating systems) for PC for both 64-bit & 32-bit systems.

Android-x86 Project – Run Android on Your PC

When it comes to running the latest Android OS for pc then Android-x86 is one of the best open-source Android projects available for PC. Android-x86 OS project offers compatible ISO images for both 64-bit and 32-bit computer systems.

If you are about to install the Android OS on an old PC then it is recommended to download the 32-bit version… The latest Android OS they offer while writing this article was Android Oreo. The users can create a bootable USB drive with the Android-x86 to run it directly from the boot.

To get some feel like Windows OS, the user can Add the Taskbar which is a launcher that comes with OS to get the Start menu and recent apps tray in landscape devices. Furthermore, as there are no sensors in our PC systems to sense the portrait mode or landscape, developers enabled ForceDefaultOrientation to run all portrait apps in landscape mode by default.

Android-x86 Project Android OS for PC

It supports both 64-bit and 32-bit kernel and userspace, OpenGL ES 3.x hardware acceleration for Intel/AMD/Nvidia, VMware, and QEMU, and OpenGL ES 2.0 via SwiftShader for software rendering on unsupported GPU devices.

Hardware-accelerated codecs on devices with Intel HD & G45 graphics family, secure booting from UEFI and installing to UEFI disk, Text-based GUI installer, Theme support to GRUB-EFI, Multi-touch, Audio, Wifi, Bluetooth, Sensors, Camera and Ethernet (DHCP only), Auto-mount external USB drive and sd card; Support arm arch apps via the native bridge mechanism. (Settings -> Android-x86 options). This Android OS for PC is an open-source project licensed under GNU General Public License (GPL) 2.0 or later.

Download: Android-x86 for PC 

See: How to install Android-x86 for PC  on Virtualbox or Vmware

BlueStacks

BlueStack is not an operating system that we can install on a bare metal system. Instead, it is a popular and one of the best Android emulators. We can run it on any Windows Pc for having a full-fledged Android experience.

However, it is resource demanding application therefore before using it your Windows system should have a good and reasonable configuration.

Installation of Bluestacks is like any other Windows application. After that using the Google Play store on it, the user can install his favorite Android application.

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BlueStacks Android PC OS

Phoenix OS- Android OS for PC

It is another best Android-PC-based operating systems with a much more familiar interface that is easy to use just like Windows 10. The Phoenix OS’s current version is based on Android 7.1. It supports the keyboard and mouse in the same way as we use in Windows, macOS, or Linux PCs. It also features a few retro features such as desktop,  multi-window, mouse, keyboard operation, etc.

Furthermore, Phoenix supports shortcut keys such as Ctrl+C, Win+D, Alt+Tab,  and Alt+F4. Besides common peripheral device support, it also has ethernet compatibility to obtain an IP address automatically, and manually configure IP, DNS, gateway, etc.  You don’t need to download Parallel apps like applications to create dual instances of apps like Whatsapp, Instagram, etc.

It has an inbuilt function that even a user can run identical apps in multiple windows cumulatively. To save processing power the Phoenix system uses a strict management strategy. Phoenix Android OS for PC also imposes strict restrictions on implicit broadcast and background wake-up mechanisms, which can effectively prevent the application from self-starting or waking up the device.

It has a multi-browsing capability like a PC and features the AD blocker too including three different user interfaces. For productive tasks, this Android OS for PC comes with a pre-installed version of the WPS Office suite, Ever note and other applications to create documents, excel sheets, manage emails, and more with large screen support…

phoenixos Android OS for PC

You can even play games like Pubg, Asphalt, and Fortnite directly on the PC with a keyboard and mouse. The File management, Global search, built-in archiving and unarchiving support, LAN, and Drag and drop support are also there.  The Phoenix is available in multiple formats one is for Desktop and the other for tablets. It can be downloaded in the form of an ISO image as well as a .exe executable file for Windows.

See: Install Phoenix OS in Dual boot with Windows 10/7

Fyde OS

FydeOS ( earlier known as FlintOS) is for those who are looking for Chromium OS with working Android. Yes, it has native support for Android AK files which allows users to install any app with just a few clicks.

Apart from that, it comes with an inbuilt app store to offer pre-select applications. Although it’s still in development, works fine if you want to install it. Virtual Image for VirtualBox/Vmware is also available to download.

Well, although Android is there the OS doesn’t come with Play Store support. As it was developed to bring Chrome OS into the hands of Chinese users. The users require 2GB of  RAM and at least 16GB of free hard disk storage space. If you’re a developer, you can check out the Fyde operating system code on GitHub. This Android+Chrome OS easily runs on old and new hardware systems.

Get FydeOS

Fyde OS best Android for PC in 2022

OpenThos Android OS

OpenThos is an Android-based operating system that can provide a full-fledged Android X86 experience on PC with additional apps and functions. It is based on a free and open-source (Foss) Android OS called Android-X86, although the base of both PC Android operating systems is the same, the look and feel are quite different.

The OpenThos looks very professional with Windows 10-like interfaces such as Taskbar, My computer icon, and right-side notification panel.

Openthos installation

Know more about it: How to install OpenThos and Review

PrimeOS

PrimeOS is an Android-based OS for a Laptop/PC. It is also based on the open-source Android x86 project. It enables you to experience Android with a complete desktop interface. PrimeOS supports the whole Android application ecosystem with the multiwindow feature.

PrimeOS is also equipped with a key mapping tool that lets you set Android game controls to the keyboard/mouse. Now play any Android game on any PC and make the highest score ever. It can convert your PC into an Android Machine with a much better experience than an emulator.

The System Requirements for PrimeOS are: It supports a wide range of Intel/AMD-based processors both 32-bit & 64-bit instruction systems and UEFI & Legacy boot too. The minimum RAM it needs is 2GB and Storage is a minimum of 6GB.

PrimeOS Android project for PC 32 and 64 bit

Download PrimeOS ISO

Windows 11 – Android Subsystem

It may sound a little bit weird that we have listed Windows 11 as an Android operating system. But if you don’t know just like the Linux integration, Microsoft also has integrated the Android system into its Windows 11 operating system.

This allows the user to run most of the Android applications like any other Windows program natively, directly from the Application launcher or Taskbar shortcut icon.

However, currently while writing this article the Win 11 was still in the development stage, nevertheless, if someone wants to give its Android system before the final version will be available for the public type out our tutorial-

SeeHow to Sideload Any Android Apps on Windows

MX Player App on Windows

Chromium OS

If you want to have the facility of both Chromium, Linux, and Android OS, then try to install ChromeOS on your PC or laptop. It is an operating system developed by Google and offers lightweight which not only requires low hardware resources but also consumes less battery power if you are using a Laptop.

The interface is quite easy to use, designed generally for those who want to use apps available on Play Store, Chrome Store, and Debian Linux supported. However, the thing which might not sound good in the process of its installation is the complexity and the user needs to have some knowledge of how OS installation works.

However, working Android properly in ChromeOS on some third-party hardware is still less. If you want to give a hand to this, try out our tutorial: How to install Chrome OS on Laptop or PC.  

Chrome OS successfully installed on Windows PC compressed

BlissOS- Android OS

BlissOS Android operating system was developed by a team effort of different developers such as Chainfire, CM/LineageOS, Android-x86, Jide, and others. The BlissOS is for your x86-based devices which include desktops, laptops, tablets, maker boards, and a lot more. It supports both BIOS/CSM and UEFI boot.

The builds of the BlissOs are compatible with PC, MacBooks, and Chromebooks that come with CPUs from Intel and AMD, and GPUs from Intel, AMD, or Nvidia.

BlissOS – Android for desktops and laptops

To give a more desktop-like feel the developers have integrated the Taskbar launcher developed by the farmerbb along with an orientation app that forces installed apps to start in landscape mode.

For gamers, the BlissOS includes Octopus. The Octopus is a solution that allows users to map the on-screen controls with gamepads, mouses, and keyboards, developed by the Phoenix OS team. It can be downloaded separately to work with the above-mentioned Android OS for PC too. However, it is still in its beta stage and also has glitches.

Octopus soltuion to map the keys with Android games

Download BlissOS for PC from Sourceforge and the Official website.

SeeHow to install Bliss os X86 on PC and VirtualBox

Remix OS (Dead)

Note: The Remix OS has discontinued Android OS for PC and now getting no more updates. The developers have abandoned it to work on some other enterprise project, however, it is still available on the website to download.

It was one of the best Android OS and if someone wants to experience it then he/she can. It is available for personal computers with x86 and ARM architectures. It allowed PC users to run Android mobile apps on any compatible Intel-based PC.

The Remix OS is based on Android-x86  and is available to free download, it supports 32-bit & 64-bit systems and UEFI boot.  The system requirements of Remix OS are a 2 GHz dual-core processor(at least), 2 GB of system memory, and a minimum of 8 GB of free hard drive space. The last update of this Android OS for PC was based on Android Marshmallow.

Remix OS Android OS for PC

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Few other options to run Android on a PC.

Maru

Maru introduced a different approach to running Android on a PC. It is available for some selected smartphones as firmware that once installed on the smartphone; can be used as both smartphones and when connected to a PC gives a complete desktop experience. Your phone runs independently of your desktop so you can take a call and work on your big screen at the same time. Just like the Samsung DeX.

You can read more about it on their official website.

Shashlik

This is not an Android OS as mentioned above but an approach to run Android applications on Linux desktops in the easiest form. It’s a Linux base that we can nest inside our session. OpenGL and graphics are all rendered on the host ensuring fast performance. Shashlik provides an incredibly stripped-down Android base that boots directly into the loaded app, but with a running activity manager and daemons so that intents still work correctly.

Know more Shashlik

Furthermore, you can see the best available emulators run Android on PC not natively but virtually: 10 Best Android Emulators For Windows 10 and Mac PC

FAQ

Can I install Android OS on a PC?

Yes, we can install Android OS on PC using different open source projects such as the Android z86 project, Phoenix, and Prime OS.

Is BlueStack Android OS to install on a PC?

BlueStack is not a native OS to install on a PC and replace Windows. Instead, it is a Virtual machine and Android OS stack that virtually allows users to experience and use Android OS.

Which Android is best for PC?

Android x86 Project and PrimeOS are some of the best Android OSs for PC to use.

How can I run Android apps on my PC without BlueStacks?

You can use Windows Android Subsystem or directly install Android OS for PC such as Prime OS and more…

Does BlueStacks slow your PC?

It depends on how much spare RAM and CPU power your system has. If you have limited RAM suppose 2GB and 1 Core CPU then running a BlueStack virtual machine could slow your PC.

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30 thoughts on “Best Android OS for PC 64-bit or 32-bit in 2023 to download”

  1. Android x86 is really great, I ve made pretty good experience also on modern laptops! If you search for OS that’s really easy and needs very few maintainance, it’s the right OS! (If you are not very demanding laptop user)

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  2. There is another Android based OS in the market with much better experience and performance.
    Checkout PrimeOS (www.primeos.in)

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  3. i really need to know what is the lightest 32 bit OS of these i own a very old acer aspire one and the browsing experience is so bad on it even in Linux

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    • Do you want an Android or Linux? I would recommend you to go for Puppy Linux. It is light in weight and also consumes very low RAM. If I talk about Android then most of them are still unstable and don’t come with vast range of hardware support.

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    • I have Prime OS running on a Acer Iconia Tab w500, it runs pretty well (iconia has 1ghz 2 gb ram)

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      • Hi Dick!
        Which version do you use ?
        I can’t download the classic prime os (primeos_classic_0.4.5.iso) any more.
        Do you have link wich is still working ?
        thank you,
        G. Miki

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        • No, actually that is the only link or source to download the OS. So, you have to wait until the developers don’t update the mirrors.

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  4. Hey, actually i have a dongle for internet and i have phoenix os installed..But problem is that phoenix os does not pick that dongle every time but sometime,it recognizes it…it requires me to restart phoenix os many times so that it may pick that ethernet dongle…so can you suggest me which one of your collection can solve this problem?? Thanks..

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  5. Prime OS classic 0.4.5 is running on 2011 Pc with 1 Gb ram. I hope they keep the compatibility with these oldies

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  6. This article shocked the hell out of me when I was searching for something else on the web. Android is just a dumbed-down version of Linux. Wanting to run an Android version of Linux on a PC is actually less functional than running Windows 3.1 from the 1990s. This is not an exaggeration, as even Windows 3.1 could log into corporate network domains and run tons of programs simultaneously (multitasking). Unless you’re in the habit of ripping out high performance engines in your trucks and sports cars and replacing them with gutless 4cyl Ford Pinto engines.

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  7. each platform has its advantages and disadvantages .. I agree that android for server settings, emulation, and a lot of other tasks (which can be done by linux), is simply unusable .. but even for it was not designed .. its advantages are elsewhere, and the programmers of his platform certainly know this well.

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  8. I have tried installing ANDROID-86_64-7.1-r5 on my Gateway LT10Q Win7. [USB BOOT]what i see is just an image of android. anything else need to be done?

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  9. I want to try android 10, it’s a game running on two specific mobile phones or tablets, unfortunately, I’ve tried any of them so far, none of them have run. I would need Bliss OS 12 in a 32-bit version, but unfortunately, I can only find 64-bit versions only. My laptop is an old Lenovo x200 ThinkPad and does not support 64-bit programs. Jurassic world alive and Jurassic world the game are the two games in question, the Bluestack 5 emulators, unfortunately, don’t match, the games become unenjoyable, the alive is cruelly slow, the graphics of the games are distorted beyond recognition and sometimes it cruelly loads slowly. If anyone can send me an Android 10 limit that can be used for me, I would be grateful. Thanks.

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  10. You can install Prime OS as it is very user friendly and it comes with Play Store so that you can use those android apps whcih you are not able to use as you have bricked your phone. They even have their own forum now, so if you face any issues while using their OS you can post your query on their forums and get your issue resolved asap. You can download it from here : https://www.primeos.in/download

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  11. RemixOS can’t be installed without god damn Windows coz it lacks bootloader and installer must be run from Windows environment. Cant get it to work either ! Stand alone install not possible at all ! And is unclear it is further developed or it is dropped !

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  12. Prime OS would be a great option for you if you are looking for playing games with mouse and keyboard as PrimeOS comes with keymapping which makes it easier to play android games on PC without any trouble. You can download it from here :

    https://www.primeos.in/download

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  13. So, WoW… article updated for 2022.
    You missed the M1/M2 architecture from Apple.
    It’s an ALL Intel x86 based.
    I want an Android ISO which i could run on my m1/m2 apple device
    preferable already rooted.
    i can use virtualbox 7 – beta release for macOSArm64
    or Parallels for Mac M1/M2

    anybody knows one?

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  14. Hello I wanted a modern minimalist os for my pc, you see i tried prime os but it is more of a tablet os, i want a stable one an android os for pc very cutomizable!

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    • Actually, there are one or two options but they have not been updated for a very long time. So we are left with Android-x86 Project but again it is not well suited for PC. Hence, in short, currently, there are no other options except the ones listed in the article.

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