Android-x86

Developer: Android-x86 project

Reviews: 5 / 4449
Downloads: 14,072,024
Latest version: 9.0-r2; Released Mar 25, 2020

Downloads

Older Versions

Downloads are available on Android-x86’s official website.

The 32-bit 9.0-r2 RPM remains unavailable because the checked download did not match the publisher’s checksum.

Android-x86 at a glance

What it is: A port of Android to the x86 platform, for running Android on a PC
Latest version: 9.0-r2 (March 25, 2020)
Open source: Yes
Licence: Apache-2.0
Made by: Android-x86 project
Official website: android-x86.org
Source code: sourceforge.net/p/android-x86/_list/git
Alternatives: Phoenix OS and OPENTHOS

Description

Android-x86 is a free, open source project (formerly known as "patch hosting for android x86 support") that allows you to run Android on x86 operating systems.

It is a port of the well-known "Android Open Source Project" and is offered for free. It is licensed under the Apache License 2.0, and some components use the GNU General Public License. Both 64-bit and 32-bit ISO images are available.

Android-x86 Review

The Android-x86 software helps people use the Android operating system on a laptop or desktop computer. Though the software has its merits, it is also somewhat flawed. Let's dig into the details of Android-x86.

Who It is For

The Android-x86 software allows the mobile Google Android operating system to function on devices that are powered by AMD x86 / Intel processors rather than RISC-based ARM chips. Those who would like a single Linux-based operating system to run on all of their devices will find that Android-x86 is a solid alternative.

The Installation Process

Android-x86 comes as a 64-bit ISO and a 32-bit ISO. Select the one that is appropriate for your hardware: most modern devices should be able to run the 64-bit one, and the 32-bit one is for older devices with legacy BIOS. You will be taken to a screen where you can run the software in a live session without actually installing it or choose a direct installation. You can even install Android-x86 onto a USB drive so you have a bootable USB stick at your disposal. All in all, the Android-x86 installation process is quite easy.

Benefits

The benefit to running Android on each device is that it allows you to keep all of your apps, settings and Google services aligned. Thankfully Android-x86 makes this happen without too many major obstacles. Android-x86 is fairly intuitive and easy to learn. Use it on a variety of computing devices from netbooks to tablets and beyond. Hardware acceleration is available for Intel, AMD and Nvidia graphics.

Drawbacks

Some users have reported that there are issues with the software's suspend and resume features.

The Verdict

Android-x86 should be lauded for its ability to seamlessly run the Android operating system on a laptop or desktop powered by AMD x86 / Intel processors. However, some users will be frustrated with the software's flaws.