Windows 11 Grows in Popularity, Surpassing Windows 10 in Key Markets
As the adoption of Windows 11 continues to rise, significant shifts in market share are evident. According to Statcounter, as of May 1, 2025, Windows 11 has captured 43.72% of the Windows ecosystem, showing a marked increase since its launch.
Market Share Dynamics
In April 2025 alone, Windows 11 increased its market presence by 1.03 percentage points. Conversely, Windows 10 is witnessing a decline, shedding 1.26 percentage points during the same period, bringing its share down to 52.94%.The transition to Windows 11 is particularly notable as many users seek to upgrade before the expiration of Windows 10’s support later this year.
A year-over-year analysis reveals a dramatic contrast: Windows 11’s market share rose from 26.19% to 43.72% (+17.53 points) over the last 12 months, while Windows 10’s share fell from 69.89% to 52.94% (-16.95 points).Microsoft is expected to expedite the rollout of Windows 11. However, Windows 10 will remain functional due to the Extended Security Update (ESU) program, ensuring support for users who have not yet transitioned to the new platform.
Regional Variations in Windows 11 Adoption
In the United States, Windows 11 now holds a commanding lead over its predecessor, boasting a market share of 56.43% compared to Windows 10’s 41.04%.Similar trends are observed in both the United Kingdom and Canada, where Windows 11 is also gaining traction.
However, not all regions are embracing the transition equally. For instance, in Ukraine, Windows 11 has only managed to secure 26.7% of the market, with Windows 10 remaining robust at 68.55%.
Legacy Versions Persist
While a majority of users operate on supported versions, older releases still have a notable presence. Statcounter data indicates that Windows 7 holds 2.4% (+0.18 points), Windows XP represents 0.38% (+0.05 points), and Windows 8.1 accounts for 0.28% of the market share.
For more comprehensive insights into the Windows operating system market, visit the official Statcounter website.
To read further details on the growing popularity of Windows 11, check out this article from Neowin.
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