Waydroid

Container-based Android runtime approach for Linux desktop environments.

Linux Publisher: Waydroid Project Latest: Current Stable Updated: 2026-02-17
Top Strength: Linux-native workflow Main Limitation: Distribution/kernel dependencies can increase setup complexity Best For: Developers

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Quick Start

Step 1: Choose Build

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Step 2: Check Changes

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Step 3: Configure

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Story, About, and Visual Walkthrough

Publisher: Waydroid Project

Container-based Android runtime approach for Linux desktop environments.

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Requirements

  • Min CPU Cores: 4
  • Min RAM: 4.0 GB
  • Recommended RAM: 8.0 GB
  • Storage: 8.0 GB
  • Virtualization: Optional

Capabilities

ADB

Android Versions: 10,11,12

Scores

Gaming 62 Dev 78 Business 58 Stability 72

Last Verified: 2026-02-17

Version History

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Recommended Versions by Platform & Use Case

Host OS Use Case Version Variant Architecture Download
Windows Gaming Current Stable Stable x64 Open
Windows Development Current Stable Stable x64 Open
macOS Gaming Current Stable Stable x64 Open
macOS Development Current Stable Stable x64 Open
Linux Development Current Stable Stable x64 Open
Linux Testing Current Stable Stable x64 Open

Pros

  • Linux-native workflow
  • Open-source and flexible

Cons

  • Distribution/kernel dependencies can increase setup complexity

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Guides, FAQs, and Known Issues

Frequently Asked Questions

Waydroid: What are the minimum system requirements?

Waydroid typically runs best with at least 4 CPU cores, 4 GB minimum RAM (8 GB recommended), and 8 GB free storage.

Supported host platforms: Linux. Virtualization requirement: optional. Supported host architecture profile: x86_64.
Current Stable Verified 2026-02-16 Open FAQ
Waydroid: Which versions are available and which one should I use?

Known Waydroid versions in this repository include: Current Stable. For most users, start with the latest stable release unless a specific game/app requires an older branch.

Use the Downloads and Changelog pages to compare release branches, variant channels, and compatibility notes before switching versions.
Current Stable Verified 2026-02-16 Open FAQ

Deep Dive

Waydroid runs Android in Linux containers and is often used by Linux users for app compatibility and development experiments.

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Validation & Assurance

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