Windows 11 Market Share Decrease in November 2024

November 2024 Windows Market Analysis: Insights and Trends

As we step into December 2024, it’s time to reflect on the significant shifts in the Windows market observed throughout November. Recent data from Statcounter indicates a slight decline in Windows 11’s market share after experiencing sustained growth over the previous months. In contrast, Windows 10 has seen an increase in its user base, suggesting a potential shift in user preferences.

Current Market Share Overview

As of November 2024, Windows 11’s market share stands at approximately 34.94%, reflecting a decrease of 0.64 percentage points. This decline is notable, especially since Microsoft currently supports only two Windows versions. The drop in Windows 11 implies a corresponding rise in Windows 10, which increased its market share to 61.83%, up by 0.88 points in the same timeframe.

Year-over-Year Growth Patterns

When analyzing the year-over-year trends, Windows 11 has advanced significantly from 26.63% last November, marking an impressive increase of 8.31 percentage points. Conversely, Windows 10 has experienced a drop from 68.02% to its current share, losing 6.19 points over the past year.

Detailed Market Share Statistics

The current landscape of the Windows market is as follows:

Windows 10: 61.83% (+0.88 points)
Windows 11: 34.94% (-0.64 points)
Windows 7: 2.47% (-0.15 points)
Windows 8.1: 0.31% (no change)
Windows XP: 0.25% (-0.03 points)

Statcounter November 2023-2024 Windows chart

Implications of Windows 10’s End of Support

With Windows 10’s end of support approaching in just over ten months, its reigning market share of over 61% raises concerns for both users and Microsoft. In an effort to accelerate the migration to Windows 11, Microsoft is actively promoting its new operating system through full-screen advertisements that highlight the benefits of Windows 11 and devices equipped with Copilot+.

Options for Users Considering an Upgrade

Recognizing that not all users can transition immediately, Microsoft has introduced a $30 option for one additional year of security updates for Windows 10. For those unwilling to incur this expense, there are alternative strategies to extend the life of outdated Windows systems. Upgrading unsupported PCs to Windows 11 is one option, although prospective users should be prepared for certain operational limitations that may come with the new platform.

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