Windows 11 has officially surpassed Windows 10 in global market share, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of Microsoft's operating systems. According to recent data from StatCounter, as of July 2025, Windows 11 holds 52.19% of the desktop Windows market worldwide, while Windows 10 has declined to 44.48%. (gs.statcounter.com)
This shift comes just three months before Windows 10 reaches its end of support on October 14, 2025. Microsoft has been actively encouraging users to upgrade to Windows 11, offering incentives such as a free extra year of Windows 10 security updates for users who log into a Microsoft account and back up their settings to the cloud. (windowscentral.com)
The adoption of Windows 11 has varied by region. In North America, Windows 11 overtook Windows 10 in March 2025 and now leads with 53.8% market share compared to Windows 10's 43.98%. (windowscentral.com) However, in Europe, Windows 10 remains dominant, holding 53.02% of the market, while Windows 11 accounts for 44.13%. (gs.statcounter.com)
The slower adoption in Europe may be attributed to several factors, including regional preferences, hardware compatibility issues, and the presence of legacy systems. Despite Microsoft's efforts, a significant portion of users in Europe continue to rely on Windows 10, raising concerns about potential security risks once support ends.
Microsoft's push for Windows 11 adoption has included highlighting new features such as integrated AI capabilities and a redesigned user interface. However, some users have expressed reluctance to upgrade due to concerns over system requirements and the necessity of a Microsoft account during setup. (windowscentral.com)
As the end-of-support date for Windows 10 approaches, it remains to be seen how adoption rates will change, particularly in regions like Europe where Windows 10 maintains a strong presence. Users are encouraged to consider upgrading to Windows 11 to ensure continued security updates and support.
Source: i-programmer.info Windows 11 Overtakes Windows 10 - But Not In Europe