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Official Android Virtual Device emulator for app development, testing, and CI validation.
Android Studio Emulator
Official Android Virtual Device emulator for app development, testing, and CI validation.
Gaming
42/100
Stability
88/100
Developer
95/100
Business
90/100
Verdict
Best for: Developers
Top strength
Most complete API-level test coverage
Watch out for
High hardware demand compared to casual emulators
Overview
Capabilities
🌐 Platform & Store
Google Play access—
Android versions5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14
PricingPaid / Freemium
⚙️ System & Virtualization
Virtualization required✓ Required
Minimum RAM8 GB
Minimum CPU cores4
Minimum storage20 GB
🛠️ Tools & Access
ADB support✓ Supported
Script automation✓ Supported
Root access level0
🎮 Controls & Multi-Tasking
Controller support—
KeymappingStandard
Multi-instance—
At-a-Glance Specs
PlatformsWindows, macOS, Linux
Android versions5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14
Minimum RAM8 GB
Recommended RAM16 GB
Minimum CPU cores4
Minimum storage20 GB
Will It Run on Your PC?
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Real-World Scores
0–100 ScaleVersions & Releases
View All Releases →| Version | Date | Highlights | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVD 35.x | Jan 10, 2026 | Android 15 image support and emulator speedups | ↓ Download |
| AVD 34.x | Jun 15, 2025 | Graphics fixes and virtualization updates | ↓ Download |
Review & Hands-On Testing
EditorialThe Android Studio emulator is the canonical environment for Android app testing across API levels and device profiles.