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Android-x86
Android-x86 ports the Android Open Source Project to x86 computers, allowing Android to run on a PC.
About Android-x86
Android-x86 ports the Android Open Source Project to x86 computers so Android can run on a PC. Its stated goal is to provide a solution for common x86 platforms, described as an Android BSP for generic x86 hardware. The project maintains its own code base for different x86 platforms, hosts it on a git server, and offers downloadable releases through mirrors.
Key features
- Runs Android Open Source Project on x86 PCs
- Maintains code base for different x86 platforms
- Hosts project code on a git server
- Provides downloadable releases through mirror sites
- Acts as Android BSP for generic x86 hardware
Best for: People who want to run Android on common x86 computers.
Good for
- Licensed under Apache Public License 2.0 with some GPL components
- Maintains code for different x86 platforms
- Offers downloads via mirrors including SourceForge
Android-x86 at a glance
- Website
- android-x86.org
- Category
- Software & Utilities › Linux & Mac Apps
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Android, Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Last checked
- Oct 7, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Android-x86 FAQ
What does Android-x86 do?
It ports the Android Open Source Project to the x86 platform so Android can run on a PC.
How is Android-x86 licensed?
It is licensed under Apache Public License 2.0, with some components licensed under GNU General Public License (GPL) 2.0 or later.
Where are releases available for download?
Releases are available from the Download section, with SourceForge listed as a download mirror.
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