Windows 11 Surpasses Windows 10 Market Share as Support for the Older Version Nears Its End

Windows 11 has officially surpassed its predecessor, Windows 10, in market share as of July 2025, according to StatCounter figures. The new version of Windows now holds a 50.24% share, while Windows 10 lags behind at 46.84%. This marks a significant shift from the situation just a year ago, when Windows 10 had a commanding 66.04% market share and Windows 11 was stuck at just 29.75%. This shift is especially notable as Microsoft prepares to discontinue support for Windows 10 in just three months. The numbers suggest a gradual but steady adoption of Windows 11, though Windows 10 still commands a significant portion of the market. Users have been hesitant to transition to the new operating system, likely due to compatibility concerns and resistance to change. Some have criticized Windows 11 for not offering enough compelling reasons to upgrade, citing the absence of groundbreaking features and the shift towards more stringent hardware requirements. With the end of support for Windows 10 looming, it remains to be seen how many users will finally make the switch to Windows 11 or explore alternatives such as Linux.