AMD Affirms Continued Windows 10 Support, Confirms Windows 11 Installer Compatibility with Windows 10

AMD recently addressed concerns regarding its support for Windows 10 in a statement to Windows Latest. The company confirmed that it will continue to issue drivers for Windows 10 for the foreseeable future, ensuring users won’t be left behind.

On October 29, AMD launched the Adrenalin Edition Version 25.10.2, an update meant for all PCs utilizing Radeon graphics cards. This significant upgrade brings enhancements for several popular games, notably boosting performance in Battlefield 6 and Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2.

The release notes also highlight compatibility with the Ryzen AI 5 330 processor, further showcasing AMD’s commitment to support a range of hardware.

AMD’s documentation, as reported by Windows Latest, only lists Windows 11 version 21H2 and later under the “Compatible Operating Systems” section, omitting any mention of Windows 10.

Previously, AMD included both Windows 10 and 11 in its driver release notes; however, the latest version specifically states support for Windows 11 only. This change has led to speculation that AMD might not be validating this driver for Windows 10 anymore.

Nonetheless, AMD representatives clarified to Windows Latest that the reference to Windows 10 was simply removed from the documentation due to Microsoft’s announcement of the operating system’s end of support on October 14. The company reassured users that the Adrenalin software, including the latest driver, remains fully functional on Windows 10.

“To clarify, the new driver doesn’t claim Windows 10 support because Windows 10 is in the End of Life stage as per Microsoft, ” stated an AMD spokesperson.“The AMD Software Adrenalin package, although it does not specifically call out Windows 10 support, supports Windows 10. Windows 10 support will continue to be available in AMD Software Adrenalin Edition via the Windows 11 installer.”

AMD Drivers Compatibility with Windows 10

In a personal test, I installed AMD’s latest drivers on a Windows 10 operating system without encountering any compatibility or installation issues. All features, including game support and new CPU integration, functioned seamlessly on Windows 10. This practical experience, in conjunction with AMD’s reassurances, indicates that Windows 10 users will not lose access to driver updates.

It’s noteworthy that AMD is not alone in its commitment to supporting Windows 10. Reports from Windows Latest highlighted that Intel’s recent driver updates also continue to include Windows 10 compatibility, expected to persist for at least another year.

Although Microsoft ceased mainstream support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, the operating system entered an Extended Security Updates (ESU) program simultaneously. Users can remain updated by enrolling in this program through the Windows Update page.

Despite the transition, many users continue to rely on Windows 10. While exact user numbers are elusive, data indicates a significant portion of the gaming community still utilizes this OS.